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Overview

The Xeon E-2144G is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 July 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 71 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 9,397 points. Launch price was $272.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon E-2144G is positioned at rank #997 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 E-2144G

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

46183%

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

8720%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

7747%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

5985%

#537

Xeon Platinum 8180

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2363

85%

#538

Xeon Platinum 8280M

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $6223

84%

#539

Xeon Platinum 8280

MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2940

82%

#540

Xeon E7-8891 v3

MSRP: $6841|Avg: $418

70%

#997

Xeon E-2144G

MSRP: $2090|Avg: $389

100%

#998

Xeon X5675

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $22

99%

#999

Xeon Phi 7210

MSRP: $1881|Avg: $150

86%

#1000

Xeon D-1567

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

86%

#1001

Xeon E-2126G

MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230

86%

#1004

Xeon D-1531

MSRP: $2057|Avg: $250

83%

#1005

Xeon 5130

MSRP: $316|Avg: $10

83%

#1007

Xeon E5-4640 v3

MSRP: $2859|Avg: $300

81%

#1008

Xeon E5440

MSRP: $690|Avg: $37

76%

#1009

Xeon E5-2643

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $50

75%

#1010

Xeon E5-2637

MSRP: $885|Avg: $40

75%

#1011

Xeon W3570

MSRP: $999|Avg: $15

73%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon E-2144G across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon E-2144G specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon E-2144G is a 4-core / 8-thread processor based on the Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.5 GHz from a base frequency of 3.6 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 8 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 256 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 64 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 9,397, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon E-2144G
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 8T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.5 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.6 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Coffee Lake-S WS (2018−2019)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	8 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	256 kB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64 kB (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	126 mm2
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	4 × 8 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	9,397

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon E-2144G fits into the LGA1151 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2666 memory.

Specification	Xeon E-2144G
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SeriesProduct family	Intel Xeon E
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA1151
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-2666
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon E-2144G has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 71 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon E-2144G
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	71 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $389 (MSRP: $2090), the Xeon E-2144G delivers 24 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #997 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #1343 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon E-2144G
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$2090
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$389
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$272
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#997
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1343
Release DateLaunch date	12 July 2018 (7 years ago)
Release Year	2018
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel