Xeon w7-2475X vs Core i5-13400F
Xeon w7-2475X
Core i5-13400F
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-2475X
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13400F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w7-2475X | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,544) | ✅ More affordable ($180) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w7-2475X | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+565%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,544) | ✅ More affordable ($180) |
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 w7-2475X and Core i5-13400F
Xeon w7-2475X
The Xeon w7-2475X 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 20 cores and 40 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 37.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 225 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 53,211 points. Launch price was $1,789.
Core i5-13400F
The Core i5-13400F is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 10 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 25,029 points. Launch price was $196.
Processing Power
The Xeon w7-2475X packs 20 cores / 40 threads, while the Core i5-13400F offers 10 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon w7-2475X has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-2475X versus 4.6 GHz on the Core i5-13400F — a 4.3% clock advantage for the Xeon w7-2475X (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Xeon w7-2475X uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Core i5-13400F uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w7-2475X scores 53,211 against the Core i5-13400F's 25,029 — a 72% lead for the Xeon w7-2475X. L3 cache: 37.5 MB on the Xeon w7-2475X vs 20 MB (total) on the Core i5-13400F.
| Feature | Xeon w7-2475X | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 20 / 40+100% | 10 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz+4% | 4.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+4% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 37.5 MB+88% | 20 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+60% | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 53,211+113% | 25,029 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 16,211 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,407 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 11,408 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w7-2475X uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i5-13400F uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the Xeon w7-2475X versus DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-13400F — the Xeon w7-2475X supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w7-2475X supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon w7-2475X) vs 2 (Core i5-13400F). PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w7-2475X) vs 20 (Core i5-13400F) — the Xeon w7-2475X offers 92 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w7-2475X) and H610,B660,H670,Z690,B760,H770,Z790 (Core i5-13400F).
| Feature | Xeon w7-2475X | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800+95900% | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 192 GB+4915100% |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 112+460% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w7-2475X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon w7-2475X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Primary use case: Core i5-13400F targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Xeon w7-2475X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX; Core i5-13400F rivals Ryzen 5 7600.
| Feature | Xeon w7-2475X | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w7-2475X launched at $1789 MSRP, while the Core i5-13400F debuted at $196. At current prices ($2544 vs $180), the Core i5-13400F is $2364 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w7-2475X delivers 20.9 pts/$ vs 139.1 pts/$ for the Core i5-13400F — making the Core i5-13400F the 147.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w7-2475X | Core i5-13400F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1789 | $196-89% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2544 | $180-93% |
| Performance per Dollar | 20.9 | 139.1+566% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2023 |
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