Xeon W-3275 vs Core i9-13900HX
Xeon W-3275
Core i9-13900HX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3275
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-13900HX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-3275 | Core i9-13900HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,550) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-HX (2023) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-3275 | Core i9-13900HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,550) | ✅ 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-3275 and Core i9-13900HX
Xeon W-3275
The Xeon W-3275 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 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 38.5 MB. L2 cache: 28 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 41,267 points. Launch price was $4,449.
Core i9-13900HX
The Core i9-13900HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-HX (2023) architecture. It features 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 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: 42,437 points. Launch price was $668.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-3275 packs 28 cores / 56 threads, while the Core i9-13900HX offers 24 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon W-3275 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Xeon W-3275 versus 5.4 GHz on the Core i9-13900HX — a 16% clock advantage for the Core i9-13900HX (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Xeon W-3275 uses the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i9-13900HX uses Raptor Lake-HX (2023) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-3275 scores 41,267 against the Core i9-13900HX's 42,437 — a 2.8% lead for the Core i9-13900HX. L3 cache: 38.5 MB on the Xeon W-3275 vs 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-13900HX.
| Feature | Xeon W-3275 | Core i9-13900HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 28 / 56+17% | 24 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz | 5.4 GHz+17% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz+14% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 38.5 MB+7% | 36 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 28 MB+1300% | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) | Raptor Lake-HX (2023) |
| PassMark | 41,267 | 42,437+3% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 29,493 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,878 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 14,944 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-3275 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i9-13900HX uses FCBGA1964 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Xeon W-3275 versus DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200 on the Core i9-13900HX — the Xeon W-3275 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon W-3275 supports up to 1024 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 136.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon W-3275) vs 2 (Core i9-13900HX). PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon W-3275) vs 20 (Core i9-13900HX) — the Xeon W-3275 offers 44 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621 (Xeon W-3275) and HM770,WM790 (Core i9-13900HX).
| Feature | Xeon W-3275 | Core i9-13900HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | FCBGA1964 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+63900% | DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1024 | 192 GB+19660700% |
| RAM Channels | 6+200% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64+220% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i9-13900HX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon W-3275 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon W-3275) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i9-13900HX). The Core i9-13900HX includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770), while the Xeon W-3275 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i9-13900HX targets Performance Gaming / Mobile Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon W-3275 rivals Threadripper 3970X; Core i9-13900HX rivals Ryzen 9 7945HX.
| Feature | Xeon W-3275 | Core i9-13900HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Performance Gaming / Mobile Workstation |
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