Intel Core i5-1350P vs Intel Xeon W-2150B Comparison

The Verdict

The data shows a clear, if narrow, benchmark sweep for the Intel Xeon W-2150B. Across every recorded Cinebench test, the Xeon W-2150B outperforms the Intel Core i5-1350P by a consistent 4.9% margin. For users prioritizing raw multi-threaded throughput in sustained workloads, the Xeon W-2150B is the stronger choice based on the recorded measurements. It wins all six head-to-head benchmark comparisons, with the largest absolute gap appearing in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Xeon scores 17,368 against the i5-1350P's 16,514.

However, the i5-1350P is not without its own arguments. It carries a 28W TDP compared to the Xeon's 120W TDP, a significant difference for any system constrained by thermal or power limits. The i5-1350P also integrates Iris Xe Graphics 80EU, while the Xeon has no integrated graphics at all, meaning a discrete GPU is mandatory for the Xeon. The i5-1350P is built on a 10nm process versus the Xeon's 14nm node, and it supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory, while the Xeon is limited to DDR4. For mobile or compact systems where power efficiency and integrated graphics are essential, the i5-1350P is the practical pick.

The average benchmark score in the database tells a similar story. The i5-1350P posts an average score of 4,776, while the Xeon W-2150B posts 4,992. Both processors sit at the 59th percentile among all CPUs in the database, indicating they occupy a similar overall performance tier. The Xeon's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-1375PRE at 4,985 (0.1% ahead) and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G at 5,002 (0.2% ahead), while the i5-1350P's closest competitors include the Intel Xeon W-1290E at 4,775 and the AMD EPYC 7252 at 4,772. The data suggests that neither chip dramatically outclasses the other in general-purpose computing, but the Xeon holds a steady edge in the recorded Cinebench suite.

The Xeon W-2150B is marked end-of-life in the database, whereas the i5-1350P is active. That means the i5-1350P remains a current product with ongoing availability, while the Xeon is a legacy part. Buyers building new systems today may find the i5-1350P easier to source, despite its slightly lower scores.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-core score in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Xeon W-2150B leads with a score of 2,452, while the Intel Core i5-1350P scores 2,331. The Xeon holds a 4.9% advantage in this test.

Q: Does the Intel Core i5-1350P support ECC memory?

A: No. The database lists ECC memory support as false for the i5-1350P. The Xeon W-2150B, by contrast, lists ECC memory support as true.

Q: What is the difference in memory channel support between the two?

A: The Xeon W-2150B supports quad-channel DDR4 memory with a recorded bandwidth of 85.3 GB/s. The i5-1350P supports dual-channel DDR4 or DDR5 memory, with no bandwidth figure recorded in the database.

Q: Which processor has more PCIe lanes?

A: The Xeon W-2150B offers Gen 3 with 48 lanes (CPU only). The i5-1350P offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The Xeon provides more lanes, but they are Gen 3 rather than Gen 4.

Q: Are both processors unlocked for overclocking?

A: No. Both the Intel Core i5-1350P and the Intel Xeon W-2150B have multiplier unlock set to false in the database. Neither is designed for overclocking.

Q: Which chip has a smaller physical footprint?

A: The database records a die size of 484 mm² for the Xeon W-2150B. No die size is recorded for the i5-1350P, but the i5 is built on a 10nm process compared to the Xeon's 14nm process, suggesting a more compact design.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design eras. The Intel Core i5-1350P is built on Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-P mobile variant, and uses a 10nm process node fabricated by Intel. The Intel Xeon W-2150B is a Skylake-W part, built on a 14nm process, also by Intel. This generational gap explains several downstream differences in features and efficiency.

The i5-1350P uses a hybrid core layout with 12 cores and 16 threads, which is typical for Raptor Lake-P mobile parts. The Xeon W-2150B has 10 cores and 20 threads, relying on hyper-threading to reach its thread count. Despite having fewer cores, the Xeon's higher base clock of 3.00 GHz and boost clock of 4.50 GHz help it maintain a lead over the i5's 1.90 GHz base and 4.70 GHz boost.

Cache configurations also differ. The i5-1350P has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Xeon W-2150B has 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and 13.75 MB of shared L3 cache. The Xeon's larger total L3 is offset by the i5's larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations, which can benefit workloads with high per-thread cache demands.

The i5-1350P integrates Iris Xe Graphics with 80 execution units, a notable feature for a processor of its class. The Xeon W-2150B has no integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for any visual output. This makes the i5-1350P suitable for systems that need a display output without a separate graphics card.

Memory support diverges as well. The i5-1350P accepts both DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration. The Xeon W-2150B only accepts DDR4, but in a quad-channel configuration, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 85.3 GB/s. The Xeon's quad-channel setup provides higher theoretical bandwidth, though the i5's support for DDR5 could offer lower latency in some scenarios.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The i5-1350P provides Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only), while the Xeon W-2150B provides Gen 3 with 48 lanes (CPU only). The Xeon offers more total lanes for expansion, but the i5's Gen 4 interface doubles the per-lane bandwidth potential.

Specification Differences

The database records several key specification differences between the two processors. The i5-1350P has 12 cores and 16 threads, while the Xeon W-2150B has 10 cores and 20 threads. The i5's base clock is 1.90 GHz versus the Xeon's 3.00 GHz. The boost clocks are closer: 4.70 GHz for the i5 and 4.50 GHz for the Xeon.

Thermal design power is a major separator. The i5-1350P is rated at 28W, while the Xeon W-2150B is rated at 120W. This nearly four-fold difference in TDP directly impacts cooling requirements and system form factor.

The sockets are incompatible. The i5-1350P uses Intel BGA 1744, a soldered mobile socket, while the Xeon W-2150B uses Intel Socket 2066, a desktop/workstation socket. The i5 is not upgradeable in the traditional sense, while the Xeon can be mounted on compatible LGA 2066 motherboards.

Process node and die size differ: the i5 is on 10nm with no die size recorded, while the Xeon is on 14nm with a die size of 484 mm². The Xeon's larger process and die contribute to its higher power draw.

Memory support differs in type and channel count. The i5 supports DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode. The Xeon supports DDR4 only, but in quad-channel mode with 85.3 GB/s bandwidth. ECC memory is supported only on the Xeon.

The i5-1350P includes integrated Iris Xe Graphics 80EU; the Xeon has none. PCIe capabilities: the i5 has Gen 4 with 20 lanes, the Xeon has Gen 3 with 48 lanes. The i5 is an active production part released on January 3, 2023, with a launch MSRP of $320. The Xeon is end-of-life, released on December 20, 2017, with no launch MSRP recorded in the database.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded head-to-head results are uniform: the Xeon W-2150B wins all six Cinebench tests, each by exactly 4.9%. The consistency of this margin suggests a stable performance advantage across both single-core and multi-core workloads.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Xeon scores 1,750 against the i5's 1,664. The single-core result follows the same pattern: Xeon 246, i5 234. These are the smallest absolute scores in the suite, but the relative gap is identical.

Cinebench R20 shows the Xeon at 7,294 multi-core and 1,029 single-core, versus the i5 at 6,935 and 979. The multi-core gap of 359 points is modest in percentage terms, but it confirms the Xeon's edge in rendering workloads that scale with thread count.

Cinebench R23, the most demanding test in the set, reinforces the trend. The Xeon scores 17,368 multi-core and 2,452 single-core. The i5 scores 16,514 and 2,331, respectively. The multi-core difference of 854 points is the largest absolute gap in the entire comparison, representing a 4.9% advantage for the Xeon.

The i5-1350P has no benchmark wins in the head-to-head data. The Xeon's 4.9% lead is consistent across every recorded test, which is a strong indicator that the Xeon's higher base clock and additional threads provide a real performance benefit in Cinebench's rendering workload. However, the i5's lower TDP and integrated graphics make it a compelling option for portable or power-sensitive systems where the Xeon's 120W requirement would be prohibitive.

The database also records a Geekbench multi-core score of 8,481 and a single-core score of 1,314 for the Xeon W-2150B, though no corresponding Geekbench results are listed for the i5-1350P. This prevents a direct comparison in that suite, but the Xeon's recorded Geekbench numbers place it in a competitive range relative to its Cinebench performance.

Overall, the benchmark data shows a processor that is consistently ahead in rendering performance, but the i5-1350P holds its own in the broader context. The 59th percentile ranking for both chips means they sit in the same performance tier among all CPUs in the database. The Xeon's wins are real but narrow, and the i5's efficiency and feature set provide practical advantages that raw benchmark scores do not capture.