Xeon w5-3425 vs Xeon E7-8857 v2
Xeon w5-3425
Xeon E7-8857 v2
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-3425
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7-8857 v2
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w5-3425 | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,189) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,995) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w5-3425 | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+151%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,189) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($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 w5-3425 and Xeon E7-8857 v2
Xeon w5-3425
The Xeon w5-3425 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 36,178 points. Launch price was $1,189.
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 w5-3425 packs 12 cores / 24 threads, matching the Xeon E7-8857 v2's 12 cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Xeon w5-3425 versus 3.6 GHz on the Xeon E7-8857 v2 — a 24.4% clock advantage for the Xeon w5-3425 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Xeon w5-3425 is built on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon w5-3425 scores 36,178 against the Xeon E7-8857 v2's 36,304 — a 0.3% lead for the Xeon E7-8857 v2. Both processors carry 30 MB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Xeon w5-3425 | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 12 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+28% | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+7% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB | 30 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | — |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-68% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | — |
| PassMark | 36,178 | 36,304 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w5-3425 uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon E7-8857 v2 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w5-3425 versus 1600 on the Xeon E7-8857 v2 — the Xeon E7-8857 v2 supports 198.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w5-3425 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 1536 — 90.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon w5-3425) vs 4 (Xeon E7-8857 v2). PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w5-3425) vs 40 (Xeon E7-8857 v2) — the Xeon w5-3425 offers 72 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w5-3425) and C602J (Xeon E7-8857 v2).
| Feature | Xeon w5-3425 | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | 1600+31900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+279620167% | 1536 |
| RAM Channels | 8+100% | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 112+180% | 40 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon w5-3425 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Direct competitor: Xeon E7-8857 v2 rivals Xeon E7-4850 v2.
| Feature | Xeon w5-3425 | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w5-3425 launched at $1189 MSRP, while the Xeon E7-8857 v2 debuted at $3838. At current prices ($1189 vs $2995), the Xeon w5-3425 is $1806 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w5-3425 delivers 30.4 pts/$ vs 12.1 pts/$ for the Xeon E7-8857 v2 — making the Xeon w5-3425 the 86% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w5-3425 | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1189-69% | $3838 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1189-60% | $2995 |
| Performance per Dollar | 30.4+151% | 12.1 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2014 |
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