Xeon W-1290T
Intel
PassMark
18,409
MSRP
$546
AVG Price
$494
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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Overview
The Xeon W-1290T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 20 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 18,409 points. Launch price was $800.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Xeon W-1290T across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Civilization VI
Counter-Strike 2
Dead by Daylight
Deadlock
Destiny 2
Euro Truck Simulator 2
Hogwarts Legacy
League of Legends
Palworld
Path of Exile 2
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon W-1290T specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-1290T is a 10-core / 20-thread processor, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.7 GHz from a base frequency of 1.9 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 20 MB Intel® Smart Cache of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 18,409, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Aging generation product.
| Specification | Xeon W-1290T |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 10C / 20T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 4.7 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 1.9 GHz |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 14 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 20 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| 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 | 18,409 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-1290T fits into the LGA1200 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2933 memory.
| Specification | Xeon W-1290T |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | LGA1200 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4-2933 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon W-1290T has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 35 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon W-1290T |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 35 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 100 °C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $494 (MSRP: $546), the Xeon W-1290T delivers 37 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #853 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon W-1290T |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $546 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $494 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $800 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #853 |
| 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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| Type | server |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $800 |
| Release Date | 2015-01-01 |
| Performance Ranking Position | 853 |
Technical Specifications
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| Cores | 10 |
| Threads | 20 |
| L3 Cache | 20 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| Bus Speed | 8 GT/s |
| Max Frequency | 4.7 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 1.9 GHz |
| Process Technology | 14 nm |
| Max Core Temperature | 100 °C |
| Windows 11 Compatible | + |
Compatibility
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Compatibility
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| Socket | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 35 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 1 |
Memory
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Memory
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| RAM Types | DDR4-2933 |
| Memory Channels | 2 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 45.8 GB/s |
| ECC Memory Support | + |
| Max Memory Capacity | 128 GB |
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