Xeon W-2275 vs Core i5-13600T
Xeon W-2275
Core i5-13600T
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-2275
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13600T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-2275 | Core i5-13600T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($500) | ✅ More affordable ($255) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-2275 | Core i5-13600T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+98%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($500) | ✅ More affordable ($255) |
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-2275 and Core i5-13600T
Xeon W-2275
The Xeon W-2275 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 14 cores and 28 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 19.25 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 27,974 points. Launch price was $800.
Core i5-13600T
The Core i5-13600T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 28,202 points. Launch price was $255.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-2275 packs 14 cores / 28 threads, matching the Core i5-13600T's 14 cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon W-2275 versus 4.8 GHz on the Core i5-13600T — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.3 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Core i5-13600T is built on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon W-2275 scores 27,974 against the Core i5-13600T's 28,202 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i5-13600T. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 19,000 vs 18,100 (4.9% advantage for the Xeon W-2275). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,596 vs 2,364, a 38.8% lead for the Core i5-13600T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 11,000 vs 10,911 (0.8% advantage for the Xeon W-2275). L3 cache: 19.25 MB on the Xeon W-2275 vs 24 MB (total) on the Core i5-13600T.
| Feature | Xeon W-2275 | Core i5-13600T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 14 / 28 | 14 / 20 |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+83% | 1.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 19.25 MB | 24 MB (total)+25% |
| L2 Cache | — | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | — | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 27,974 | 28,202 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 19,000+5% | 18,100 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,596 | 2,364+48% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 11,000 | 10,911 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-2275 uses the LGA2066 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-13600T uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2933 on the Xeon W-2275 versus DDR5-4800 / DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-13600T — the Core i5-13600T supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon W-2275 supports up to 1024 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon W-2275) vs 2 (Core i5-13600T). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon W-2275) vs 20 (Core i5-13600T) — the Xeon W-2275 offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C422 (Xeon W-2275) and H610,B660,Z690,B760,Z790 (Core i5-13600T).
| Feature | Xeon W-2275 | Core i5-13600T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2066 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2933 | DDR5-4800 / DDR4-3200+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1024 GB+700% | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4+100% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48+140% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon W-2275 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d, EPT virtualization. The Core i5-13600T includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 770), while the Xeon W-2275 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon W-2275 targets Professional Content Creation / VFX, Core i5-13600T targets Quiet Desktop / SFF PC. Direct competitor: Xeon W-2275 rivals Core i9-10940X; Core i5-13600T rivals Ryzen 5 7600.
| Feature | Xeon W-2275 | Core i5-13600T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Professional Content Creation / VFX | Quiet Desktop / SFF PC |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-2275 launched at $1112 MSRP, while the Core i5-13600T debuted at $255. At current prices ($500 vs $255), the Core i5-13600T is $245 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-2275 delivers 55.9 pts/$ vs 110.6 pts/$ for the Core i5-13600T — making the Core i5-13600T the 65.6% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-2275 | Core i5-13600T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1112 | $255-77% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $500 | $255-49% |
| Performance per Dollar | 55.9 | 110.6+98% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2023 |
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