Xeon W-2175 vs Core i9-7920X
Xeon W-2175
Core i9-7920X
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
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-2175
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-7920X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-2175 | Core i9-7920X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($180) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($236) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-2175 | Core i9-7920X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+31%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($180) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($236) |
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-2175 and Core i9-7920X
Xeon W-2175
The Xeon W-2175 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 October 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 14 cores and 28 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 19.25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400, DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 23,507 points. Launch price was $1,947.
Core i9-7920X
The Core i9-7920X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 September 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 16.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 23,508 points. Launch price was $1,199.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-2175 packs 14 cores / 28 threads, while the Core i9-7920X offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Xeon W-2175 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Xeon W-2175 versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i9-7920X — a 2.3% clock advantage for the Core i9-7920X (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). Both are built on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture using a 14 nm process. In PassMark, the Xeon W-2175 scores 23,507 against the Core i9-7920X's 23,508 — a 0% lead for the Core i9-7920X. L3 cache: 19.25 MB (total) on the Xeon W-2175 vs 16.5 MB (total) on the Core i9-7920X.
| Feature | Xeon W-2175 | Core i9-7920X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 14 / 28+17% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz | 4.4 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.9 GHz+16% |
| L3 Cache | 19.25 MB (total)+17% | 16.5 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 23,507 | 23,508 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA2066 socket with PCIe 3.0.
| Feature | Xeon W-2175 | Core i9-7920X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2066 | LGA2066 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-2175 launched at $1947 MSRP, while the Core i9-7920X debuted at $1199. At current prices ($180 vs $236), the Xeon W-2175 is $56 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-2175 delivers 130.6 pts/$ vs 99.6 pts/$ for the Core i9-7920X — making the Xeon W-2175 the 26.9% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-2175 | Core i9-7920X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1947 | $1199-38% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180-24% | $236 |
| Performance per Dollar | 130.6+31% | 99.6 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2017 |
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