Xeon W3580 vs Core i7-13700K

Xeon W3580

4 Cores8 Thrd130 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2009

Core i7-13700K

16 Cores24 Thrd125 WWMax: 5.4 GHz2022

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon W3580

4 / 8

3,638

0.0%

45,784

+1158.5%

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. The Xeon W3580 is positioned at rank #797 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon W3580

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

16801%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

3172%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

2818%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

2177%

#459

Xeon Platinum 8568Y+

MSRP: $6497|Avg: $6497

99%

#460

Xeon Gold 6242R

MSRP: $2977|Avg: $779

98%

#460

Xeon E5-2686 V3

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $160

98%

#462

Xeon W-2175

MSRP: $1947|Avg: $180

98%

#463

EPYC 75F3

MSRP: $5383|Avg: $2799

97%

#797

Xeon W3580

MSRP: $294|Avg: $30

100%

#798

Xeon W3690

MSRP: $583|Avg: $140

100%

#800

Xeon E5-2428L

MSRP: $692|Avg: $42

99%

#803

Opteron 6380

MSRP: $551|Avg: $111

98%

#812

Xeon E3-1220L

MSRP: $189|Avg: $27

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-13700K

#131

Core Ultra 5 245T

MSRP: $270|Avg: $270

105%

#132

Core i5-8500

MSRP: $192|Avg: $80

104%

#133

Core i5-9400F

MSRP: $182|Avg: $80

103%

#134

Core i5-11400

MSRP: $182|Avg: $141

103%

#135

Core i5-13600K

MSRP: $329|Avg: $319

103%

#136

Core i5-13500

MSRP: $242|Avg: $264

103%

#137

Ryzen 7 8700G

MSRP: $329|Avg: $269

103%

#138

Core i7-14700

MSRP: $384|Avg: $348

103%

#139

Ryzen 5 2500X

MSRP: $159|Avg: $80

103%

#140

Athlon Gold PRO 3150GE

MSRP: $100|Avg: $60

102%

#141

Core i9-13900K

MSRP: $599|Avg: $500

102%

#142

Core i3-14100

MSRP: $134|Avg: $131

101%

#143

Ryzen 5 3400G

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

100%

#144

Core i7-10700KF

MSRP: $405|Avg: $160

100%

#145

Core i5-11600K

MSRP: $262|Avg: $170

100%

#146

Core i7-13700K

MSRP: $409|Avg: $400

100%

#147

Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

99%

#148

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700X

MSRP: $329|Avg: $150

99%

#149

Core i9-12900KS

MSRP: $739|Avg: $385

99%

#150

Ryzen 5 5500X3D

MSRP: $185|Avg: $180

98%

#151

Core Ultra 7 265T

MSRP: $384|Avg: $362

98%

#152

Ryzen 3 3200GE

MSRP: $85|Avg: $64

98%

#153

Core i3-9100T

MSRP: $122|Avg: $50

98%

#154

Ryzen 5 4600G

MSRP: $154|Avg: $143

98%

#155

Core i7-13700T

MSRP: $384|Avg: $250

97%

#156

Ryzen 9 5900X

MSRP: $549|Avg: $350

97%

#157

Core i7-13700F

MSRP: $359|Avg: $345

97%

#158

Core i5-13600T

MSRP: $255|Avg: $255

97%

#159

Ryzen 5 3400GE

MSRP: $149|Avg: $80

96%

#160

Core i7-12700F

MSRP: $314|Avg: $275

96%

#161

Core i5-9400

MSRP: $192|Avg: $85

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Core i7-13700K (2022) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR4, DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon W3580	Core i7-13700K
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($400)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Bloomfield (2008−2010) / 45 nm)	✨ Modern (Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) / Intel 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon W3580 (2009) relies on 45 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon W3580	Core i7-13700K
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+6%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($30)	⚠️ Higher cost ($400)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Xeon W3580 Benchmark Check

Core i7-13700K Benchmark Check

Check FPS for your specific build

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon W3580 and Core i7-13700K

Xeon W3580

The Xeon W3580 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 9 August 2009 (16 years ago). It is based on the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.33 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 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: 3,638 points. Launch price was $215.

Core i7-13700K

The Core i7-13700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture. It features 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 45,784 points. Launch price was $409.

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Processing Power

The Xeon W3580 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i7-13700K offers 16 cores / 24 threads — the Core i7-13700K has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Xeon W3580 versus 5.4 GHz on the Core i7-13700K — a 40% clock advantage for the Core i7-13700K (base: 3.33 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Xeon W3580 uses the Bloomfield (2008−2010) architecture (45 nm), while the Core i7-13700K uses Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W3580 scores 3,638 against the Core i7-13700K's 45,784 — a 170.6% lead for the Core i7-13700K. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Xeon W3580 vs 30 MB (total) on the Core i7-13700K.

Feature	Xeon W3580	Core i7-13700K
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	16 / 24+300%
Boost Clock	3.6 GHz	5.4 GHz+50%
Base Clock	3.33 GHz	3.4 GHz+2%
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	30 MB (total)+275%
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	2 MB (per core)+700%
Process	45 nm	Intel 7 nm-84%
Architecture	Bloomfield (2008−2010)	Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022)
PassMark	3,638	45,784+1158%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	31,000
Geekbench 6 Single	—	2,846
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	18,980

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon W3580 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Core i7-13700K uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Xeon W3580	Core i7-13700K
Socket	LGA1366	LGA1700
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 5.0+150%
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR5-5600
Max RAM Capacity	—	192 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	20

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Xeon W3580) / true (Core i7-13700K). The Core i7-13700K includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 770), while the Xeon W3580 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i7-13700K rivals Ryzen 9 7900X.

Feature	Xeon W3580	Core i7-13700K
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	Intel UHD Graphics 770
Unlocked	—	Yes
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	true

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Value Analysis

The Xeon W3580 launched at $294 MSRP, while the Core i7-13700K debuted at $409. At current prices ($30 vs $400), the Xeon W3580 is $370 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W3580 delivers 121.3 pts/$ vs 114.5 pts/$ for the Core i7-13700K — making the Xeon W3580 the 5.8% better value option.