Intel Core i5-1340P vs Intel Xeon E-2288G Comparison

The Verdict

The Intel Core i5-1340P wins every recorded head-to-head benchmark against the Intel Xeon E-2288G. The i5-1340P takes all six Cinebench comparisons with deltas between 6.0% and 6.2%, making it the clear performance pick in this matchup. Its advantage is consistent across both single-core and multi-core workloads, which confirms that the newer architecture is not merely competitive but systematically superior in the measured tests.

The Xeon E-2288G still holds a role in systems that require registered DDR4 memory with ECC support, a feature the i5-1340P does not offer. Its 95-watt TDP and older 14 nm process are trade-offs of that server-oriented positioning. For anyone working in a mobile or compact platform, the i5-1340P is the obvious choice since it delivers higher scores while drawing far less power.

The database places both chips at the 58th percentile among all CPUs, but the average benchmark score tells a different story. The i5-1340P averages 4545 points, while the Xeon E-2288G averages 4373 points, a gap of roughly 172 points. The i5-1340P also sits closer to its nearest rivals, with deltas of only 0.3% to 0.7% against the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2748 and Intel Core i5-1250P. The Xeon E-2288G faces slightly larger deltas, ranging from 0.4% to 1.8% against its closest competitors.

Architecture Differences

The fundamental design split is node technology and core layout. The i5-1340P uses a 10 nm process from Intel, while the Xeon E-2288G uses the older 14 nm node. That node advantage is a key reason the i5-1340P can achieve higher benchmark scores at a much lower 28-watt TDP compared to the Xeon's 95 watts.

Core counts differ significantly. The i5-1340P has 12 cores and 16 threads, built on the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-P codename. The Xeon E-2288G has 8 cores and 16 threads, using the Coffee Lake architecture with the Coffee Lake-S WS codename. Despite having fewer physical cores, the Xeon still matches the thread count through Hyper-Threading, but the i5-1340P's additional cores give it a structural advantage in multi-threaded workloads.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The i5-1340P has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Xeon E-2288G has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 cache per core, and 16 MB of shared L3 cache. While the Xeon has more L3 cache, the i5-1340P's larger per-core L1 and L2 caches help its efficiency in the recorded tests.

The socket and memory ecosystems are entirely different. The i5-1340P mounts on Intel BGA 1744, a soldered mobile socket, and supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory in dual-channel configuration. The Xeon E-2288G uses Intel Socket 1151, supports only DDR4, and has a rated memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. The i5-1340P's memory bandwidth is not specified in the database, so a direct bandwidth comparison cannot be made.

PCIe generation is another split. The i5-1340P supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU, while the Xeon E-2288G supports PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes. Integrated graphics also differ: the i5-1340P includes Iris Xe Graphics with 80 execution units, while the Xeon E-2288G has HD Graphics P630.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The i5-1340P wins all six recorded comparisons, but the margins are narrow and consistent. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the i5-1340P scores 1584 against 1493, a 6.1% lead. In single-core, it scores 223 against 210, a 6.2% lead. Those two tests establish the pattern: the i5-1340P is ahead in both scaling scenarios.

Cinebench R20 confirms the trend. The i5-1340P posts 6600 in multi-core, beating the Xeon's 6223 by 6.1%. In single-core, the i5-1340P scores 931 versus 878, a 6.0% margin. The single-core delta drops slightly to 6.0%, but the multi-core margin remains at 6.1%.

Cinebench R23 shows the same story with larger absolute numbers. The i5-1340P scores 15716 in multi-core, ahead of 14817 by 6.1%. In single-core, it scores 2218 versus 2091, again a 6.1% lead. The consistency of these deltas, all within 6.0% to 6.2%, suggests a stable architectural advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk.

The Xeon E-2288G does have a Geekbench result in its own benchmark list, scoring 7639 in multi-core and 1632 in single-core. However, the head-to-head table only includes Cinebench tests, and the i5-1340P has no recorded Geekbench score for comparison. The recorded head-to-head data therefore shows a clean sweep for the i5-1340P with six wins and zero losses.

Specification Differences

The two processors diverge sharply in core count: 12 cores for the i5-1340P versus 8 for the Xeon E-2288G, though both have 16 threads. Base clocks differ substantially, with the i5-1340P at 1900 MHz and the Xeon at 3700 MHz. Boost clocks also favor the Xeon at 5.00 GHz versus 4.60 GHz for the i5-1340P.

TDP is the largest gap. The i5-1340P draws 28 watts, while the Xeon E-2288G draws 95 watts. That difference of 67 watts is critical for system design.

L3 cache favors the Xeon at 16 MB shared, while the i5-1340P has 12 MB shared. L2 cache favors the i5-1340P at 2 MB per core versus 256 KB per core. L1 cache also favors the i5-1340P at 80 KB per core versus 64 KB per core.

The Xeon E-2288G has a die size of 180 mm², while the i5-1340P has no recorded die size. The Xeon also has a listed memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s, which the i5-1340P lacks in the database. ECC memory support is present only on the Xeon E-2288G.

Release dates differ by nearly four years. The i5-1340P launched on January 3, 2023, while the Xeon E-2288G launched on May 28, 2019. The i5-1340P remains active in production, while the Xeon is marked end-of-life. The i5-1340P's launch MSRP is $353; the Xeon's launch MSRP is $539. The Xeon's integrated graphics are HD Graphics P630, while the i5-1340P uses Iris Xe Graphics 80EU.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in multi-core performance?

A: The Intel Core i5-1340P wins all three multi-core Cinebench tests. It scores 1584 in R15, 6600 in R20, and 15716 in R23, each time beating the Xeon E-2288G by a 6.1% margin.

Q: Does the Xeon E-2288G win in any benchmark?

A: No. The recorded head-to-head data shows zero wins for the Xeon E-2288G. The i5-1340P wins all six comparisons, with deltas ranging from 6.0% to 6.2%.

Q: What is the core count difference?

A: The i5-1340P has 12 cores and 16 threads. The Xeon E-2288G has 8 cores and 16 threads. Thread counts are identical, but the i5-1340P has four more physical cores.

Q: Does the Xeon E-2288G support ECC memory?

A: Yes. The Xeon E-2288G has ECC memory support and uses DDR4 only. The i5-1340P does not support ECC memory and supports both DDR4 and DDR5.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?

A: The i5-1340P has an average benchmark score of 4545, while the Xeon E-2288G has 4373. Both processors sit at the 58th percentile among all CPUs.

Q: What are the TDP differences?

A: The i5-1340P has a 28-watt TDP. The Xeon E-2288G has a 95-watt TDP. The i5-1340P delivers higher benchmark scores while using less than a third of the power budget.

Where Each One Wins

The i5-1340P wins in every measured performance category. Its six Cinebench victories cover both single-core and multi-core workloads, and the deltas are consistent between 6.0% and 6.2%. This makes it the superior choice for any workload that relies on CPU compute, whether that is rendering, encoding, or general productivity. The 12-core configuration with 16 threads provides more parallel execution capacity than the Xeon's 8 cores, and the newer 10 nm process enables higher efficiency at the same time.

The Xeon E-2288G does not win any recorded benchmark, but it holds a specific niche in system-level features. ECC memory support makes it suitable for servers and workstations where data integrity is prioritized over raw speed. The 42.7 GB/s memory bandwidth is a listed advantage, while the i5-1340P has no recorded memory bandwidth figure. The Xeon's Socket 1151 platform is a standard desktop-style socket, which allows for replaceable processors in ATX motherboards, while the i5-1340P is soldered on BGA 1744 and is not upgradeable.

The Xeon's higher clock speeds, 3.70 GHz base and 5.00 GHz boost, do not translate into benchmark wins in the recorded data. The i5-1340P compensates with a newer architecture, larger per-core caches, and more cores. For a system builder who requires ECC and a replaceable socket, the Xeon E-2288G remains the only choice between these two. For anyone who values performance per watt, mobile compatibility, or raw Cinebench scores, the i5-1340P is the definitive pick.

The production status also matters. The i5-1340P is active, while the Xeon E-2288G is end-of-life. That means the i5-1340P is a forward-looking choice for new designs, while the Xeon is a legacy option. The i5-1340P's launch MSRP of $353 also sits below the Xeon's $539 launch MSRP, though pricing beyond that is not part of this analysis. In short, the data shows a clean sweep for the i5-1340P in performance, with the Xeon retaining relevance only through ECC and socket flexibility.