Xeon W3565 vs Core i7-880
Xeon W3565
Core i7-880
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon W3565 is positioned at rank 827 and the Core i7-880 is on rank 1064, so the Xeon W3565 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W3565
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-880
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W3565 | Core i7-880 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($69) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Bloomfield (2008−2010) / 45 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Lynnfield (2009−2010) / 45 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W3565 | Core i7-880 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+74%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($69) | ✅ More affordable ($40) |
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 W3565 and Core i7-880
Xeon W3565
The Xeon W3565 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 November 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.46 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,391 points. Launch price was $70.
Core i7-880
The Core i7-880 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 May 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Lynnfield (2009−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.06 GHz, with boost up to 3.73 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 45 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1156. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,429 points. Launch price was $583.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon W3565 and Core i7-880 share an identical 4-core/8-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.46 GHz on the Xeon W3565 versus 3.73 GHz on the Core i7-880 — a 7.5% clock advantage for the Core i7-880 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.06 GHz). The Xeon W3565 uses the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i7-880 uses Lynnfield (2009−2010) (45 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W3565 scores 3,391 against the Core i7-880's 3,429 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i7-880. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 513 vs 507, a 1.2% lead for the Xeon W3565 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 1,726 vs 1,478 (15.5% advantage for the Xeon W3565). Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Xeon W3565 | Core i7-880 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.46 GHz | 3.73 GHz+8% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+5% | 3.06 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 45 nm | 45 nm |
| Architecture | Bloomfield (2008−2010) | Lynnfield (2009−2010) |
| PassMark | 3,391 | 3,429+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 513+1% | 507 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,726+17% | 1,478 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W3565 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i7-880 uses LGA1156 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1066 memory speed. The Xeon W3565 supports up to 24 GB of RAM compared to 16 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 3 (Xeon W3565) vs 2 (Core i7-880). PCIe lanes: 36 (Xeon W3565) vs 16 (Core i7-880) — the Xeon W3565 offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X58 (Xeon W3565) and P55,H55,H57,Q57 (Core i7-880).
| Feature | Xeon W3565 | Core i7-880 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | LGA1156 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+150% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1066 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 24 GB+50% | 16 GB |
| RAM Channels | 3+50% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 36+125% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Both support Yes virtualization.
| Feature | Xeon W3565 | Core i7-880 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | Yes | Yes |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W3565 launched at $294 MSRP, while the Core i7-880 debuted at $583. At current prices ($69 vs $40), the Core i7-880 is $29 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W3565 delivers 49.1 pts/$ vs 85.7 pts/$ for the Core i7-880 — making the Core i7-880 the 54.2% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W3565 | Core i7-880 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $294-50% | $583 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $69 | $40-42% |
| Performance per Dollar | 49.1 | 85.7+75% |
| Release Date | 2009 | 2010 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Xeon W3565 and Core i7-880
