Xeon W-10855M
Intel
PassMark
12,249
MSRP
$118
AVG Price
$43
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon W-10855M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Comet Lake-H (2020) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB. L2 cache: 1.5 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1440. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 12,249 points. Launch price was $800.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Xeon W-10855M across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Counter-Strike 2
Cyberpunk 2077
Dead by Daylight
Destiny 2
Euro Truck Simulator 2
League of Legends
Naraka: Bladepoint
Overwatch 2
Path of Exile 2
Phasmophobia
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon W-10855M specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-10855M is a 6-core / 12-thread processor based on the Comet Lake-H (2020) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.9 GHz from a base frequency of 2.8 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 12 MB of L3 cache, plus 1.5 MB of L2 cache and 384 kB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 12,249, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Aging generation product.
| Specification | Xeon W-10855M |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 6C / 12T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 4.9 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2.8 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Comet Lake-H (2020) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 14 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 12 MB |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 1.5 MB |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 384 kB |
| Bus SpeedData bus frequency | 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 | 12,249 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-10855M fits into the BGA1440 socket and supports PCIe 5.0. It supports DDR4 memory.
| Specification | Xeon W-10855M |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | Mobile Workstation |
| SeriesProduct family | Intel Comet Lake |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | BGA1440 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 5.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon W-10855M has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 45 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon W-10855M |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 45 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 100 °C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $43 (MSRP: $118), the Xeon W-10855M delivers 285 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1182 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon W-10855M |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $118 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $43 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $800 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1182 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2015-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2020 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
Specifications Reference
Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.
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General Information
7 specs
General Information
7 specs
| Type | Mobile Workstation |
| Series | Intel Comet Lake |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $800 |
| Release Date | 2015-01-01 |
| Architecture Codename | Comet Lake-H (2020) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 1182 |
Technical Specifications
12 specs
Technical Specifications
12 specs
| Cores | 6 |
| Threads | 12 |
| L1 Cache | 384 kB |
| L2 Cache | 1.5 MB |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB |
| Bus Speed | 8 GT/s |
| Max Frequency | 4.9 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 2.8 GHz |
| Process Technology | 14 nm |
| Max Core Temperature | 100 °C |
| Windows 11 Compatible | + |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | BGA1440 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 45 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 1 |
Memory
5 specs
Memory
5 specs
| RAM Types | DDR4 |
| Memory Channels | 2 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 45.8 GB/s |
| ECC Memory Support | + |
| Max Memory Capacity | 128 GB |
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