Intel Core i5-1130G7 vs Intel Xeon D-1712TR Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data for these two processors is remarkably close, with the Intel Core i5-1130G7 taking a clean sweep across all six recorded Cinebench tests. However, the margins are small enough that the results paint a picture of near-parity rather than dominance.

In Cinebench R15 multicore, the i5-1130G7 scores 706 against the Xeon D-1712TR's 698, a lead of 1.1%. The single-core result in the same test is 99 versus 98, a 1% advantage. Moving to Cinebench R20, the i5-1130G7 posts 2942 in multicore against 2911 for the Xeon, again a 1.1% gap, while the single-core scores are 415 and 410 respectively, a 1.2% edge. In the more demanding Cinebench R23 workload, the i5-1130G7 reaches 7006 multicore versus 6931, and 989 single-core versus 978, both representing a 1.1% lead.

What stands out is the consistency of the margin. Across every test, the i5-1130G7 holds a lead between 1% and 1.2%. This is not a case of one chip excelling in a particular workload type; the relative performance is essentially uniform. The largest single advantage is the 1.2% in Cinebench R20 single-core, which is still a marginal difference. For practical purposes, users should expect these two processors to feel nearly identical in applications that scale with Cinebench-style rendering workloads.

The average benchmark scores reinforce this. The i5-1130G7 carries an average score of 2026, while the Xeon D-1712TR sits at 2004. Both processors land in the 45th percentile against all CPUs in the database, meaning they occupy the same tier of overall performance. The nearest rivals for the i5-1130G7 include the Intel Core i5-1145GRE at 2025 (0.1% higher) and the Intel Xeon E3-1260L v5 at 2029 (0.1% lower), while the Xeon D-1712TR's closest competitors are the Intel Core i5-8400H at 2003 and the AMD Ryzen 7 2800H at 2002.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core workloads?

A: The Intel Core i5-1130G7 wins all three multi-core tests. It leads by 1.1% in Cinebench R15 (706 vs 698), Cinebench R20 (2942 vs 2911), and Cinebench R23 (7006 vs 6931).

Q: How do the single-core scores compare?

A: The i5-1130G7 also takes every single-core test. It scores 99 vs 98 in Cinebench R15, 415 vs 410 in Cinebench R20, and 989 vs 978 in Cinebench R23. The largest margin is 1.2% in R20 single-core.

Q: Do these processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The Intel Core i5-1130G7 does not support ECC memory. The Intel Xeon D-1712TR does support ECC memory.

Q: What is the memory channel configuration for each?

A: The i5-1130G7 uses dual-channel memory with a bandwidth of 68.3 GB/s. The Xeon D-1712TR uses triple-channel memory with a bandwidth of 57.6 GB/s. Despite having fewer channels, the i5-1130G7 actually records higher memory bandwidth.

Q: Do both processors have integrated graphics?

A: No. The i5-1130G7 includes Iris Xe Graphics G7 with 80 execution units. The Xeon D-1712TR has no integrated graphics at all.

Q: Are both processors currently in production?

A: Yes, both the i5-1130G7 and the Xeon D-1712TR have an active production status in the database.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel architectures despite sharing the same 10 nm process node. The i5-1130G7 is built on Tiger Lake, specifically the Tiger Lake-U generation, and belongs to the Core i5 family with Willow Cove cores. The Xeon D-1712TR uses Ice Lake architecture under the Ice Lake-D codename and belongs to the Xeon D family.

Both chips have 4 cores and 8 threads, but the cache layouts differ. The i5-1130G7 provides 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 8 MB of shared L3. The Xeon D-1712TR has 80 KB of L1 per core, the same 1.25 MB of L2 per core, but a larger 10 MB of shared L3. This gives the Xeon a 2 MB L3 advantage, which could help in certain server-style workloads that benefit from larger shared pools.

Clock speeds tell a more complex story. The i5-1130G7 has a base clock of 1100 MHz and a boost clock of 4.00 GHz, while the Xeon D-1712TR runs at a higher 2000 MHz base but boosts to only 3.10 GHz. The i5-1130G7's much higher boost ceiling explains its consistent, albeit small, benchmark wins. The Xeon's higher base clock reflects its server orientation, where sustained operation at moderate frequencies is often more important than peak burst performance.

Power and thermal characteristics diverge sharply. The i5-1130G7 is rated at 15 W TDP, making it a low-power mobile part. The Xeon D-1712TR is rated at 40 W TDP, a more substantial power envelope suited to always-on server environments. This difference is also visible in their sockets: the i5-1130G7 uses Intel BGA 1598, while the Xeon D-1712TR uses Intel BGA 2227.

Memory support differs as well. The i5-1130G7 supports dual-channel DDR4 and has a memory bandwidth of 68.3 GB/s. The Xeon D-1712TR supports triple-channel DDR4 with 57.6 GB/s bandwidth. The i5-1130G7's higher bandwidth figure is notable given its lower power envelope. The Xeon supports ECC memory, a critical feature for reliability in server deployments, while the i5 does not. Both CPUs use PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes. The i5-1130G7 includes integrated Iris Xe Graphics G7 with 80 execution units, while the Xeon D-1712TR has no integrated graphics.

The Xeon D-1712TR was released on 2022-02-23, while the i5-1130G7 launched earlier on 2020-09-01. The Xeon D-1712TR has a launch MSRP of $263. The i5-1130G7 has no recorded launch MSRP in the database.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear, if narrow, winner: the Intel Core i5-1130G7. It wins all six benchmark comparisons, holds a higher average benchmark score, and does so while consuming far less power. The 15 W TDP of the i5-1130G7 versus the 40 W TDP of the Xeon D-1712TR makes the i5-1130G7 the more efficient choice on paper, and the benchmark results confirm that efficiency does not come at the cost of performance in these workloads.

That said, the margins are small enough that the Xeon D-1712TR should not be dismissed. A 1.1% difference in multi-core scores is within the range of run-to-run variance for most applications. Users who need ECC memory support have no choice but the Xeon D-1712TR, as the i5-1130G7 lacks this feature entirely. The Xeon D-1712TR also offers more L3 cache, which can matter in specific use cases where the shared pool size is a bottleneck.

For general computing tasks, the i5-1130G7 is the safer pick based on the recorded data. It also includes integrated graphics, which removes the need for a separate GPU for basic display output. The Xeon D-1712TR requires a discrete graphics solution, which is standard practice in server contexts.

The production status for both parts is active, so availability is not a differentiator.

The 45th percentile ranking for both chips places them in the middle of the database's CPU performance distribution. They are not high-end parts by any stretch. The i5-1130G7's nearest rival, the Core i5-1145GRE, trails by just 0.1% in average score, indicating the i5-1130G7 sits at the top of a very tightly grouped cluster. The Xeon D-1712TR's closest competitor, the Core i5-8400H, sits 0.1% below it.

The i5-1130G7's higher boost clock of 4.00 GHz likely drives its benchmark wins. The Xeon D-1712TR's 3.10 GHz boost ceiling is lower by comparison. The i5-1130G7's L1 cache of 9.6 GB/s equivalent per core bandwidth, derived from 96 KB per core at 1.25 MB L2, does not translate into a visible advantage in the Cinebench results.

Specification Differences

The specification sheet shows several fields where the two processors diverge. The i5-1130G7 uses the Tiger Lake architecture with 96 KB of L1 cache per core and 8 MB of shared L3. The Xeon D-1712TR uses Ice Lake architecture with 80 KB L1 per core and 10 MB L3. The i5-1130G7 has a 1100 MHz base clock and 4.00 GHz boost, while the Xeon D-1712TR has a 2000 MHz base and 3.1 GHz boost. The TDP difference is 15 W for the i5 versus 25 W less for the Xeon at 40 W TDP. Memory support features dual-channel DDR4 for the i5-1130G7 at 68.3 GB/s bandwidth, with the Xeon D-1130G7 supporting triple-channel DDR4 with 57.6 GB/s bandwidth. ECC memory support is true for the Xeon D-1712TR, false for the i5-1130G7. The i5-1130G7 includes integrated Iris Xe Graphics G7 with 80 execution units, while the Xeon D-1712TR has no integrated graphics. The Xeon D-1712TR uses the Intel BGA 2237 socket with a part number of SRM1M, while the i5-1130G7 uses Intel BGA 1598. The Xeon D-1712TR has a launch MSRP of $263, whereas the i5-1130G7 has no launch MSRP data.

Where Each One Wins

The i5-1130G7 wins in every benchmark category recorded in the database. In terms of Cinebench R15 multicore, it beats the Xeon D-1712TR by 1.1%, the same margin as in Cinebench R20 multicore, and Cinebench R23 multicore. In single-core tests, the i5-1130G7 wins by 1.1% in R23, 1% in R15, and 1.2% in R20 multicore tests respectively. The i5-1130G7 also wins the average benchmark score comparison with 2026 against 2004 for the Xeon D-1712TR.

Beyond the benchmark sweep, the i5-1130G7 wins on efficiency metrics. It consumes 15W TDP versus the Xeon D-1712TR's 40W TDP TDP rating, making the i5 the better choice for battery-powered systems. The i5-1130G7 also offers higher memory bandwidth at 68.3 GB/s versus the Xeon D-1712TR's 57.6 GB/s bandwidth. The i5-1130G7 includes integrated Iris Xe Graphics G7 with 80 execution units for systems without discrete graphics.

The Xeon D-1712TR wins on server-oriented features. It offers ECC memory support, which the i5-1130G7 lacks, and it has a larger L3 cache at 10 MB compared to the i5-1130G7's 8 MB shared L2 cache. The Xeon D-1712TR orients itself toward always-on server deployments with a 40 W TDP rating and triple-channel memory support.