Xeon W-2195 vs Core i7-9700K

Xeon W-2195

18 Cores36 Thrd140 WWMax: 4.3 GHz2017

Core i7-9700K

8 Cores8 Thrd95 WWMax: 4.9 GHz2018

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon W-2195

18 / 36

27,977

+94.3%

14,397

0.0%

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-2195

#41

Xeon W-2195

MSRP: $150|Avg: $5

100%

#50

Xeon Gold 6238R

MSRP: $2612|Avg: N/A

78%

#54

EPYC 4465P

MSRP: $399|Avg: $399

67%

#55

Ryzen 5 PRO 7645

MSRP: $229|Avg: $192

65%

#56

Xeon E5-4667 v3

MSRP: $128|Avg: $128

64%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-9700K

#259

Core i3-9100TE

MSRP: $122|Avg: $60

106%

#260

Core i5-12500T

MSRP: $302|Avg: $214

106%

#261

Core i9-13900

MSRP: $549|Avg: $599

105%

#262

Core i7-11700

MSRP: $323|Avg: $274

105%

#262

Core i7-8700K

MSRP: $359|Avg: $160

53%

#263

Core i9-13900T

MSRP: $549|Avg: $570

104%

#264

Processor 300T

MSRP: $82|Avg: $82

103%

#265

Athlon 3000G

MSRP: $49|Avg: $60

103%

#266

Athlon 220GE

MSRP: $65|Avg: $60

103%

#267

Ryzen 9 3900X

MSRP: $499|Avg: $441

102%

#268

Core i5-10500

MSRP: $200|Avg: $178

102%

#269

Celeron G6900T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $50

102%

#270

Core i9-10850K

MSRP: $453|Avg: $300

102%

#271

Core i9-13900E

MSRP: $554|Avg: $554

101%

#272

Core i9-9820X

MSRP: $889|Avg: $280

101%

#273

Core i9-9900X

MSRP: $989|Avg: $300

100%

#274

Ryzen 7 1800X

MSRP: $499|Avg: $120

45%

#274

Core i7-9700K

MSRP: $385|Avg: $200

100%

#275

Core i3-10320

MSRP: $154|Avg: $140

99%

#276

Core i5-9600KF

MSRP: $262|Avg: $150

99%

#277

Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE

MSRP: $180|Avg: $180

98%

#278

Ryzen Threadripper 1900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $116

43%

#278

Core i7-14701TE

MSRP: $392|Avg: $390

98%

#279

Ryzen Threadripper 1920X

MSRP: $799|Avg: $265

40%

#279

Core i9-11900KF

MSRP: $513|Avg: $349

98%

#280

Athlon Silver 3050GE

MSRP: $75|Avg: $65

97%

#280

Core i7-7820X

MSRP: $599|Avg: $198

40%

#281

Core i7-9700E

MSRP: $259|Avg: $180

97%

#282

Core i7-11700K

MSRP: $399|Avg: $350

97%

#283

Ryzen Threadripper 1920

MSRP: $799|Avg: $200

38%

#283

Ryzen 7 PRO 3700

MSRP: $329|Avg: $330

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Use Case Distinction: This is a comparison between a Professional Workstation processor ($5) and a Consumer Desktop CPU. The Xeon W-2195 is engineered for massive parallel workloads (rendering, scientific simulations), offering significantly higher core counts.

Insight	Xeon W-2195	Core i7-9700K
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($5)	⚠️ Higher cost ($200)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-9700K ($200), however, is optimized for mixed workloads and gaming. For most users, it offers superior single-thread performance and responsiveness at a fraction of the cost ($195 less, 3900% cheaper), making it the better choice for daily use and gaming.

Insight	Xeon W-2195	Core i7-9700K
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+7673%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($5)	⚠️ Higher cost ($200)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Xeon W-2195 Benchmark Check

Core i7-9700K Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon W-2195 and Core i7-9700K

Xeon W-2195

The Xeon W-2195 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 September 2017 (8 years ago). 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: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400, DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 27,977 points. Launch price was $2,553.

Core i7-9700K

The Core i7-9700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 14,397 points. Launch price was $374.

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Processing Power

The Xeon W-2195 packs 18 cores / 36 threads, while the Core i7-9700K offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Xeon W-2195 has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Xeon W-2195 versus 4.9 GHz on the Core i7-9700K — a 13% clock advantage for the Core i7-9700K (base: 2.3 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Xeon W-2195 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-9700K uses Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-2195 scores 27,977 against the Core i7-9700K's 14,397 — a 64.1% lead for the Xeon W-2195. L3 cache: 24.75 MB (total) on the Xeon W-2195 vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-9700K.

Feature	Xeon W-2195	Core i7-9700K
Cores / Threads	18 / 36+125%	8 / 8
Boost Clock	4.3 GHz	4.9 GHz+14%
Base Clock	2.3 GHz	3.6 GHz+57%
L3 Cache	24.75 MB (total)+106%	12 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)+300%	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Skylake (server) (2017−2018)	Coffee Lake-R (2018−2019)
PassMark	27,977+94%	14,397
Cinebench R23 Multi	21,000	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,300	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	10,002	—

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon W-2195 uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-9700K uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. The Xeon W-2195 supports up to 512 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon W-2195) vs 2 (Core i7-9700K). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon W-2195) vs 16 (Core i7-9700K) — the Xeon W-2195 offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C422 (Xeon W-2195) and Intel 300 series (Core i7-9700K).

Feature	Xeon W-2195	Core i7-9700K
Socket	LGA2011	LGA1151
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2666	DDR4-2666
Max RAM Capacity	512 GB+300%	128 GB
RAM Channels	4+100%	2
ECC Support	✅	❌
PCIe Lanes	48+200%	16

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Advanced Features

Only the Core i7-9700K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon W-2195 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon W-2195) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-9700K). The Core i7-9700K includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 630), while the Xeon W-2195 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon W-2195 targets Scientific Workstation / Data Analysis, Core i7-9700K targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Xeon W-2195 rivals Ryzen Threadripper 1950X.

Feature	Xeon W-2195	Core i7-9700K
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	—	UHD Graphics 630
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	Yes	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, EPT	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	Scientific Workstation / Data Analysis	Desktop

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Value Analysis

The Xeon W-2195 launched at $150 MSRP, while the Core i7-9700K debuted at $385. At current prices ($5 vs $200), the Xeon W-2195 is $195 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-2195 delivers 5595.4 pts/$ vs 72.0 pts/$ for the Core i7-9700K — making the Xeon W-2195 the 194.9% better value option.