Xeon w5-3525 vs Core i9-14900HX
Xeon w5-3525
Core i9-14900HX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-3525
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w5-3525 | Core i9-14900HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,392) | ✅ More affordable ($149) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w5-3525 | Core i9-14900HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+821%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,392) | ✅ More affordable ($149) |
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 w5-3525 and Core i9-14900HX
Xeon w5-3525
The Xeon w5-3525 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 45 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 290 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 45,311 points. Launch price was $1,339.
Core i9-14900HX
The Core i9-14900HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) architecture. It features 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 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: 44,685 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Xeon w5-3525 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Core i9-14900HX offers 24 cores / 32 threads — the Core i9-14900HX has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w5-3525 versus 5.7 GHz on the Core i9-14900HX — a 17.1% clock advantage for the Core i9-14900HX (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Xeon w5-3525 uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Core i9-14900HX uses Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w5-3525 scores 45,311 against the Core i9-14900HX's 44,685 — a 1.4% lead for the Xeon w5-3525. L3 cache: 45 MB on the Xeon w5-3525 vs 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-14900HX.
| Feature | Xeon w5-3525 | Core i9-14900HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 24 / 32+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz | 5.7 GHz+19% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+45% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 45 MB+25% | 36 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Raptor Lake-HX Refresh (2024) |
| PassMark | 45,311+1% | 44,685 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 35,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 3,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 17,500 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w5-3525 uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i9-14900HX uses FCBGA1964 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the Xeon w5-3525 versus DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200 on the Core i9-14900HX — the Xeon w5-3525 supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w5-3525 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon w5-3525) vs 2 (Core i9-14900HX). PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w5-3525) vs 20 (Core i9-14900HX) — the Xeon w5-3525 offers 92 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w5-3525) and HM770,WM790 (Core i9-14900HX).
| Feature | Xeon w5-3525 | Core i9-14900HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | FCBGA1964 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800+95900% | DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 192 GB+4915100% |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 112+460% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the Xeon w5-3525 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon w5-3525) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i9-14900HX). The Core i9-14900HX includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 770), while the Xeon w5-3525 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i9-14900HX targets Flagship Gaming Laptop. Direct competitor: Xeon w5-3525 rivals Threadripper PRO 7955WX; Core i9-14900HX rivals Ryzen 9 7945HX.
| Feature | Xeon w5-3525 | Core i9-14900HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Flagship Gaming Laptop |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w5-3525 launched at $1339 MSRP, while the Core i9-14900HX debuted at $668. At current prices ($1392 vs $149), the Core i9-14900HX is $1243 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w5-3525 delivers 32.6 pts/$ vs 299.9 pts/$ for the Core i9-14900HX — making the Core i9-14900HX the 160.8% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w5-3525 | Core i9-14900HX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1339 | $668-50% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1392 | $149-89% |
| Performance per Dollar | 32.6 | 299.9+820% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2024 |
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