Intel Core i5-4570R vs Intel Xeon W-2104 Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-core Cinebench R23, the Intel Core i5-4570R or the Intel Xeon W-2104?

A: The Intel Xeon W-2104 scores 4669 points in Cinebench R23 multi-core, while the Intel Core i5-4570R scores 3879 points. That puts the Xeon W-2104 roughly 17% ahead.

Q: Do both CPUs have the same core and thread configuration?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core i5-4570R and the Intel Xeon W-2104 feature 4 cores and 4 threads. Neither processor supports hyper-threading, so the thread count matches the physical core count exactly.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Xeon W-2104 supports ECC memory, with a quad-channel DDR4 memory bus. The Intel Core i5-4570R does not support ECC memory and uses a dual-channel DDR3 memory bus.

Q: How do the two processors compare in terms of single-core performance in Geekbench?

A: The Intel Core i5-4570R records a Geekbench single-core score of 943. The database does not list a Geekbench single-core score for the Intel Xeon W-2104, but in Cinebench R23 single-core, the Xeon W-2104 scores 659 versus 547 for the i5-4570R, a 17% advantage.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor relative to all CPUs?

A: The Intel Core i5-4570R has an average benchmark score of 1318, placing it in the 35th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Xeon W-2104 has an average benchmark score of 1350, placing it in the 36th percentile.

Q: Which processor has a higher base clock speed?

A: The Intel Xeon W-2104 has a base clock of 3.20 GHz, while the Intel Core i5-4570R has a base clock of 2.70 GHz. The Core i5-4570R does have a boost clock of 3.20 GHz, but the Xeon W-2104 has no listed boost clock.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous: the Intel Xeon W-2104 wins all six head-to-head benchmark comparisons recorded in the database. The Intel Core i5-4570R does not capture a single win in any Cinebench R15, R20, or R23 test, whether multi-core or single-core.

For users who prioritize raw compute throughput, the Intel Xeon W-2104 is the clear choice. It delivers consistently higher scores across every rendering workload listed, with margins ranging from roughly 17% to 18.2%. The Xeon W-2104 also brings platform advantages that matter for workstation or server environments: it supports ECC memory, uses a quad-channel DDR4 memory bus, and offers 48 PCIe Gen 3 lanes. The Core i5-4570R, by contrast, is a desktop part with dual-channel DDR3 memory, no ECC support, and only 16 PCIe lanes.

The Intel Core i5-4570R does have one notable feature the Xeon lacks: integrated graphics. The i5-4570R includes Intel Iris Pro 5200 graphics, making it a self-contained solution for systems without a discrete GPU. The Xeon W-2104 has no integrated graphics at all, so it requires a separate graphics card.

In terms of power, the two parts are far apart. The Core i5-4570R has a 65 W TDP, while the Xeon W-2104 has a 120 W TDP. The higher power draw of the Xeon is consistent with its higher base clock and larger die size.

The verdict depends on use case. For a compact desktop build with integrated graphics and lower power consumption, the Core i5-4570R is the sensible option. For a workstation or server workload where ECC memory, quad-channel bandwidth, and higher rendering scores are critical, the Xeon W-2104 is the better pick. The benchmark results favor the Xeon W-2104 in every recorded test, and the platform features reinforce that direction.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Xeon W-2104 dominates the Intel Core i5-4570R across every benchmark in the head-to-head comparison. The smallest margin is in Cinebench R20 multi-core, where the Xeon W-2104 scores 1960 against 1629 for the Core i5-4570R, a 16.9% difference. The same 16.9% margin appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core, with the Xeon at 4669 and the i5 at 3879.

Single-core tests show similar patterns. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the Xeon W-2104 scores 66, while the Core i5-4570R scores 54. That is an 18.2% gap, the largest of any test in the database. In Cinebench R20 single-core, the Xeon posts 276 against 229, a 17% difference. Cinebench R23 single-core follows the same trend: 659 for the Xeon versus 547 for the i5, again a 17% margin.

The multi-core Cinebench R15 test shows the Xeon W-2104 at 470 and the Core i5-4570R at 390, a 17% advantage. Across all six recorded comparisons, the Xeon W-2104 wins by between 16.9% and 18.2%. The consistent margins indicate that the Xeon W-2104's higher base clock, 3.20 GHz versus 2.70 GHz, provides a steady performance uplift in both single-threaded and multi-threaded workloads.

It is notable that the Core i5-4570R has a boost clock of 3.20 GHz, which matches the Xeon W-2104's base clock. Yet the boost clock does not translate into competitive benchmark scores. The Xeon W-2104 still finishes ahead by nearly 17% in every test, suggesting that architectural differences beyond clock speed play a significant role.

The overall benchmark averages confirm the head-to-head results. The Xeon W-2104 averages 1350 across all recorded benchmarks, while the Core i5-4570R averages 1318. That places the Xeon in the 36th percentile of all CPUs and the i5 in the 35th percentile. The Xeon's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-7400T at an average score of 1348 with a 0.1% delta, and the Intel Core i5-4670 at 1347 with a 0.2% delta. The Core i5-4570R's nearest rivals include the Intel Celeron G6900E at 1321 with a -0.2% delta, and the Intel Core i7-3770T at 1314 with a 0.3% delta.

Specification Differences

The Intel Core i5-4570R and Intel Xeon W-2104 differ in nearly every major specification category. The most obvious difference is the socket: the Core i5-4570R uses Intel BGA 1364, a soldered embedded-style socket, while the Xeon W-2104 uses Intel Socket 2066, a standard LGA workstation socket.

The base clocks are different. The Core i5-4570R runs at 2.70 GHz with a boost clock of 3.20 GHz. The Xeon W-2104 runs at 3.20 GHz with no listed boost clock. This gives the Xeon a higher sustained frequency across all workloads.

The thermal design power differs substantially. The Core i5-4570R has a 65 W TDP, while the Xeon W-2104 has a 120 W TDP. This reflects the Xeon's higher clocks and larger platform requirements.

Memory support is another major divergence. The Core i5-4570R supports DDR3 memory on a dual-channel bus, providing 25.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Xeon W-2104 supports DDR4 memory on a quad-channel bus, providing 85.3 GB/s of memory bandwidth. That is over three times the memory bandwidth for the Xeon.

ECC memory support is exclusive to the Xeon W-2104. The Core i5-4570R has no ECC capability.

The PCIe configurations are also very different. The Core i5-4570R offers Gen 3 with 16 lanes, while the Xeon W-2104 offers Gen 3 with 48 lanes. This makes the Xeon far more suitable for systems with multiple expansion cards, NVMe drives, or other high-bandwidth peripherals.

Integrated graphics are present only on the Core i5-4570R, which features Intel Iris Pro 5200. The Xeon W-2104 has no integrated graphics.

The release dates are separated by over four years. The Core i5-4570R launched in June 2013, while the Xeon W-2104 launched in August 2017. Both are currently listed as end-of-life products.

The Xeon W-2104 has a launch MSRP of $255. The Core i5-4570R has no listed launch MSRP in the database.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural generations. The Intel Core i5-4570R is built on the Haswell architecture with the codename Crystal Well. The Intel Xeon W-2104 is built on the Skylake architecture with the codename Skylake-W.

The manufacturing process differs accordingly. The Core i5-4570R uses Intel's 22 nm process node, while the Xeon W-2104 uses Intel's 14 nm process node. Both chips are fabricated by Intel.

The die sizes are significantly different. The Core i5-4570R has a die size of 260 mm², while the Xeon W-2104 has a die size of 484 mm². The Xeon's die is nearly twice as large, reflecting a more complex uncore and memory subsystem. The Core i5-4570R has a listed transistor count of 1,700 million; the Xeon W-2104 does not have a transistor count listed in the database.

Cache hierarchies also differ. Both processors have 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 256 KB of L2 cache per core for the Core i5-4570R, but the Xeon W-2104 has 1 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache is also different: the Core i5-4570R has 4 MB shared L3, while the Xeon W-2104 has 8.25 MB shared L3. That is more than double the L3 capacity for the Xeon.

The memory architecture reflects the platform split. The Core i5-4570R uses a dual-channel DDR3 controller with 25.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Xeon W-2104 uses a quad-channel DDR4 controller with 85.3 GB/s bandwidth. The Xeon also supports ECC memory, which is essential for error-correcting workloads in server and workstation environments.

The PCIe controllers are also architecturally distinct. The Core i5-4570R provides 16 Gen 3 lanes, while the Xeon W-2104 provides 48 Gen 3 lanes. The higher lane count on the Xeon enables more direct I/O connectivity without needing additional switches.

The integrated graphics on the Core i5-4570R, Intel Iris Pro 5200, is a feature that the Xeon W-2104 completely omits. This makes the Core i5-4570R a viable all-in-one desktop processor, while the Xeon W-2104 requires a discrete GPU.

Both processors are locked, with no unlocked multiplier. The Core i5-4570R has the part number SR18P, and the Xeon W-2104 has the part number SR3LH. The market segments differ as well: the Core i5-4570R is classified as a desktop processor, while the Xeon W-2104 is classified as a server or workstation processor.