Xeon W-3265M vs Xeon E7-8857 v2
Xeon W-3265M
Xeon E7-8857 v2
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3265M
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7-8857 v2
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-3265M | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,500) | ✅ More affordable ($2,995) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-3265M | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+19%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,500) | ✅ More affordable ($2,995) |
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-3265M and Xeon E7-8857 v2
Xeon W-3265M
The Xeon W-3265M 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 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 33 MB. L2 cache: 24 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 35,506 points. Launch price was $6,353.
Xeon E7-8857 v2
The Xeon E7-8857 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 12 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 36,304 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-3265M packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Xeon E7-8857 v2 offers 12 cores / 12 threads — the Xeon W-3265M has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Xeon W-3265M versus 3.6 GHz on the Xeon E7-8857 v2 — a 24.4% clock advantage for the Xeon W-3265M (base: 2.7 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Xeon W-3265M is built on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon W-3265M scores 35,506 against the Xeon E7-8857 v2's 36,304 — a 2.2% lead for the Xeon E7-8857 v2. L3 cache: 33 MB on the Xeon W-3265M vs 30 MB on the Xeon E7-8857 v2.
| Feature | Xeon W-3265M | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+100% | 12 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+28% | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3 GHz+11% |
| L3 Cache | 33 MB+10% | 30 MB |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB | — |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) | — |
| PassMark | 35,506 | 36,304+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-3265M uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon E7-8857 v2 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2933 on the Xeon W-3265M versus 1600 on the Xeon E7-8857 v2 — the Xeon W-3265M supports 58.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E7-8857 v2 supports up to 1536 of RAM compared to 1024 — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon W-3265M) vs 4 (Xeon E7-8857 v2). PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon W-3265M) vs 40 (Xeon E7-8857 v2) — the Xeon W-3265M offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C620 (Xeon W-3265M) and C602J (Xeon E7-8857 v2).
| Feature | Xeon W-3265M | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 2933+83% | 1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1024 | 1536+50% |
| RAM Channels | 6+50% | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64+60% | 40 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon W-3265M supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Direct competitor: Xeon W-3265M rivals EPYC 7402; Xeon E7-8857 v2 rivals Xeon E7-4850 v2.
| Feature | Xeon W-3265M | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-3265M launched at $6300 MSRP, while the Xeon E7-8857 v2 debuted at $3838. At current prices ($3500 vs $2995), the Xeon E7-8857 v2 is $505 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-3265M delivers 10.1 pts/$ vs 12.1 pts/$ for the Xeon E7-8857 v2 — making the Xeon E7-8857 v2 the 17.8% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-3265M | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $6300 | $3838-39% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3500 | $2995-14% |
| Performance per Dollar | 10.1 | 12.1+20% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2014 |
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