Xeon W-2191B vs Xeon w3-2525
Xeon W-2191B
Xeon w3-2525
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-2191B
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w3-2525
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-2191B | Xeon w3-2525 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($39) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($800) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-2191B | Xeon w3-2525 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1931%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($39) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($800) |
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-2191B and Xeon w3-2525
Xeon W-2191B
The Xeon W-2191B is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 18 cores and 36 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 24.75 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: 28,362 points. Launch price was $800.
Xeon w3-2525
The Xeon w3-2525 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 22.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 175 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 28,641 points. Launch price was $609.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-2191B packs 18 cores / 36 threads, while the Xeon w3-2525 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon W-2191B has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Xeon W-2191B versus 4.5 GHz on the Xeon w3-2525 — a 4.5% clock advantage for the Xeon w3-2525 (base: 2.3 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Xeon W-2191B uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon w3-2525 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-2191B scores 28,362 against the Xeon w3-2525's 28,641 — a 1% lead for the Xeon w3-2525. L3 cache: 24.75 MB (total) on the Xeon W-2191B vs 22.5 MB on the Xeon w3-2525.
| Feature | Xeon W-2191B | Xeon w3-2525 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 18 / 36+125% | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz | 4.5 GHz+5% |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz | 3.5 GHz+52% |
| L3 Cache | 24.75 MB (total)+10% | 22.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 28,362 | 28,641 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 15,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-2191B uses the LGA2066 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon w3-2525 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2666 on the Xeon W-2191B versus DDR5-4400 on the Xeon w3-2525 — the Xeon w3-2525 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon W-2191B supports up to 512 GB of RAM compared to 2 TB — 198.4% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 4-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon W-2191B) vs 64 (Xeon w3-2525) — the Xeon w3-2525 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Xeon W-2191B | Xeon w3-2525 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2066 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | DDR5-4400+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 512 GB | 2 TB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48 | 64+33% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Primary use case: Xeon W-2191B targets Workstation, Xeon w3-2525 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon w3-2525 rivals Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX.
| Feature | Xeon W-2191B | Xeon w3-2525 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Workstation | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-2191B launched at $1333 MSRP, while the Xeon w3-2525 debuted at $609. At current prices ($39 vs $800), the Xeon W-2191B is $761 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-2191B delivers 727.2 pts/$ vs 35.8 pts/$ for the Xeon w3-2525 — making the Xeon W-2191B the 181.2% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-2191B | Xeon w3-2525 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1333 | $609-54% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $39-95% | $800 |
| Performance per Dollar | 727.2+1931% | 35.8 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2024 |
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