Xeon W-2125 vs FX-9590
Xeon W-2125
FX-9590
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon W-2125 is positioned at rank 590 and the FX-9590 is on rank 608, so the Xeon W-2125 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-2125
Performance Per Dollar FX-9590
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-2125 | FX-9590 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($42) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Vishera (2012−2015) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-2125 | FX-9590 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+134%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($42) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Xeon W-2125 and FX-9590
Xeon W-2125
The Xeon W-2125 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 August 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8.25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400, DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 10,000 points. Launch price was $444.
FX-9590
The FX-9590 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 July 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Vishera (2012−2015) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 4.7 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L2 cache: 8192 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: AM3+. Thermal design power (TDP): 220 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 10,194 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-2125 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the FX-9590 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the FX-9590 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Xeon W-2125 versus 5 GHz on the FX-9590 — a 10.5% clock advantage for the FX-9590 (base: 4 GHz vs 4.7 GHz). The Xeon W-2125 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the FX-9590 uses Vishera (2012−2015) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-2125 scores 10,000 against the FX-9590's 10,194 — a 1.9% lead for the FX-9590.
| Feature | Xeon W-2125 | FX-9590 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 8 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz | 5 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz | 4.7 GHz+18% |
| L3 Cache | 8.25 MB (total) | — |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 8192 kB+700% |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Vishera (2012−2015) |
| PassMark | 10,000 | 10,194+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-2125 uses the LGA2066 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the FX-9590 uses AM3+ (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon W-2125 | FX-9590 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2066 | AM3+ |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 512 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 4 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 48 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon W-2125) / not specified (FX-9590). Primary use case: Xeon W-2125 targets Workstation.
| Feature | Xeon W-2125 | FX-9590 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | Yes | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | Workstation | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-2125 launched at $444 MSRP, while the FX-9590 debuted at $350. At current prices ($42 vs $100), the Xeon W-2125 is $58 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-2125 delivers 238.1 pts/$ vs 101.9 pts/$ for the FX-9590 — making the Xeon W-2125 the 80.1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-2125 | FX-9590 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $444 | $350-21% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $42-58% | $100 |
| Performance per Dollar | 238.1+134% | 101.9 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2013 |
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