Xeon W-2295 vs Core i7-12850HX
Xeon W-2295
Core i7-12850HX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-2295
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-12850HX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-2295 | Core i7-12850HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,400) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-HX (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-2295 | Core i7-12850HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,400) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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-2295 and Core i7-12850HX
Xeon W-2295
The Xeon W-2295 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 18 cores and 36 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 24.75 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 30,986 points. Launch price was $800.
Core i7-12850HX
The Core i7-12850HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 May 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-HX (2022) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1964. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 30,596 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-2295 packs 18 cores / 36 threads, while the Core i7-12850HX offers 16 cores / 24 threads — the Xeon W-2295 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon W-2295 versus 4.8 GHz on the Core i7-12850HX — identical boost frequencies (base: 3 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Core i7-12850HX is built on the Alder Lake-HX (2022) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon W-2295 scores 30,986 against the Core i7-12850HX's 30,596 — a 1.3% lead for the Xeon W-2295. L3 cache: 24.75 MB on the Xeon W-2295 vs 25 MB (total) on the Core i7-12850HX.
| Feature | Xeon W-2295 | Core i7-12850HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 18 / 36+13% | 16 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz | 4.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+43% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 24.75 MB | 25 MB (total)+1% |
| L2 Cache | — | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | — | Alder Lake-HX (2022) |
| PassMark | 30,986+1% | 30,596 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,703 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 12,863 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-2295 uses the LGA2066 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-12850HX uses FCBGA1964 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2933 on the Xeon W-2295 versus DDR5-4800 on the Core i7-12850HX — the Core i7-12850HX supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon W-2295 supports up to 1024 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon W-2295) vs 2 (Core i7-12850HX). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon W-2295) vs 20 (Core i7-12850HX) — the Xeon W-2295 offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Xeon W-2295 | Core i7-12850HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2066 | FCBGA1964 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2933 | DDR5-4800+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1024 GB+700% | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4+100% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48+140% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i7-12850HX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core i7-12850HX includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770), while the Xeon W-2295 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon W-2295 targets Workstation, Core i7-12850HX targets Mobile Workstation.
| Feature | Xeon W-2295 | Core i7-12850HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Workstation | Mobile Workstation |
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