Xeon W-1370
Intel
PassMark
22,948
MSRP
$323
AVG Price
$323
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon W-1370 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 6 May 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Rocket Lake-S (2021) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 22,948 points. Launch price was $362.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Xeon W-1370 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Counter-Strike 2
Garry's Mod
League of Legends
Left 4 Dead 2
Monster Hunter Wilds
Naraka: Bladepoint
Path of Exile 2
Project Zomboid
Red Dead Redemption 2
Starfield
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon W-1370 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-1370 is a 8-core / 16-thread processor based on the Rocket Lake-S (2021) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 5.1 GHz from a base frequency of 2.9 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 16 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 512 kB (per core) of L2 cache and 80 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 22,948, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Aging generation product.
| Specification | Xeon W-1370 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 8C / 16T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 5.1 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2.9 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Rocket Lake-S (2021) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 14 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 512 kB (per core) |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 80 kB (per core) |
| Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor | 276 mm2 |
| 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 | 22,948 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-1370 fits into the LGA1200 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-3200 memory.
| Specification | Xeon W-1370 |
|---|---|
| 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 | DDR4-3200 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon W-1370 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 80 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon W-1370 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 80 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 100 °C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $323, the Xeon W-1370 delivers 71 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #645 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon W-1370 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $323 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $323 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $362 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #645 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 6 May 2021 (4 years ago) |
| Release Year | 2021 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
| ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC) | 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
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General Information
7 specs
| Type | server |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $362 |
| Manufacturer | Intel |
| Release Date | 6 May 2021 (4 years ago) |
| Architecture Codename | Rocket Lake-S (2021) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 645 |
Technical Specifications
13 specs
Technical Specifications
13 specs
| Cores | 8 |
| Threads | 16 |
| Die Size | 276 mm2 |
| L1 Cache | 80 kB (per core) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB (total) |
| Bus Speed | 8 GT/s |
| Max Frequency | 5.1 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 2.9 GHz |
| Process Technology | 14 nm |
| Max Core Temperature | 100 °C |
| Windows 11 Compatible | + |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | LGA1200 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 80 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 1 |
Memory
5 specs
Memory
5 specs
| RAM Types | DDR4-3200 |
| Memory Channels | 2 |
| Memory Bandwidth | 50 GB/s |
| ECC Memory Support | + |
| Max Memory Capacity | 128 GB |
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