Xeon W-3223 vs Xeon E5-2689 v4
Xeon W-3223
Xeon E5-2689 v4
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3223
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E5-2689 v4
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-3223 | Xeon E5-2689 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($294) | ✅ More affordable ($100) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Broadwell (2015−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-3223 | Xeon E5-2689 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+196%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($294) | ✅ More affordable ($100) |
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-3223 and Xeon E5-2689 v4
Xeon W-3223
The Xeon W-3223 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 June 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 16.5 MB. L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 160 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 16,956 points. Launch price was $749.
Xeon E5-2689 v4
The Xeon E5-2689 v4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Broadwell (2015−2019) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 25 MB. L2 cache: 2.5 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011-3. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 17,084 points. Launch price was $2,723.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-3223 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon E5-2689 v4 offers 10 cores / 20 threads — the Xeon E5-2689 v4 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Xeon W-3223 versus 3.8 GHz on the Xeon E5-2689 v4 — a 10% clock advantage for the Xeon W-3223 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Xeon W-3223 uses the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon E5-2689 v4 uses Broadwell (2015−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-3223 scores 16,956 against the Xeon E5-2689 v4's 17,084 — a 0.8% lead for the Xeon E5-2689 v4. L3 cache: 16.5 MB on the Xeon W-3223 vs 25 MB on the Xeon E5-2689 v4.
| Feature | Xeon W-3223 | Xeon E5-2689 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 10 / 20+25% |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz+11% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+13% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 16.5 MB | 25 MB+52% |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB+220% | 2.5 MB |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) | Broadwell (2015−2019) |
| PassMark | 16,956 | 17,084 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-3223 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon E5-2689 v4 uses LGA2011-3 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon W-3223 | Xeon E5-2689 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA2011-3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-3223 launched at $294 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-2689 v4 debuted at $2723. At current prices ($294 vs $100), the Xeon E5-2689 v4 is $194 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-3223 delivers 57.7 pts/$ vs 170.8 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-2689 v4 — making the Xeon E5-2689 v4 the 99% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-3223 | Xeon E5-2689 v4 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $294-89% | $2723 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $294 | $100-66% |
| Performance per Dollar | 57.7 | 170.8+196% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2016 |
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