CPU Comparison

The Intel Core i7-10875H and the Intel Xeon E-2236 are both 14 nm Intel parts, but they target completely different segments: one is a high-end mobile processor, the other a workstation/entry-server chip. The benchmark data shows a clear, consistent pattern across every shared test, with the mobile Core part taking the lead in all six head-to-head comparisons. The margins are narrow but uniform, which points to architectural and configuration differences rather than any single workload advantage.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The most striking finding is the consistency of the results. Across the entire Cinebench suite, the Intel Core i7-10875H wins every single test, with deltas ranging from 3.7% to 4.2%. The largest margin comes in Cinebench R15 single-core, where the i7-10875H scores 174 against the Xeon E-2236's 167, a 4.2% advantage. The smallest gap is in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the i7-10875H posts 12234 versus 11792, a 3.7% lead.

The multi-core results tell a story of thread scaling. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the i7-10875H scores 1233, beating the Xeon's 1188 by 3.8%. That same 3.8% delta appears in Cinebench R20 multi-core, where the scores are 5138 and 4952 respectively. The pattern holds in Cinebench R23 multi-core as well, with the i7-10875H at 12234 and the Xeon at 11792. The i7-10875H has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Xeon E-2236 has 6 cores and 12 threads, yet the performance gap is smaller than the 33% core-count difference might suggest.

Single-core results follow the same trend. The i7-10875H leads in Cinebench R15 single-core with 174 versus 167, and in Cinebench R20 single-core with 725 versus 698. The Cinebench R23 single-core test shows 1727 for the i7-10875H and 1664 for the Xeon, a 3.8% difference. The Xeon's higher base clock of 3.40 GHz compared to the i7's 2.30 GHz does not translate into a single-core win, because the i7-10875H boosts to 5.10 GHz, which is 300 MHz higher than the Xeon's 4.80 GHz peak.

Looking at the broader benchmark context, the i7-10875H has an average benchmark score of 3432, placing it in the 54th percentile of all CPUs. The Xeon E-2236 sits at 3410, also in the 54th percentile. The i7-10875H's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i9-9880H at 3433, which is essentially identical, and the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G at 3441, which is 0.3% ahead. The Xeon's nearest rival is the Intel Xeon E-2146G at 3410, with a 0% delta, and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7530U at 3394, which is 0.5% behind. Notably, the i7-10875H appears as a rival to the Xeon E-2236 with a delta of -0.6%, meaning the i7-10875H's average score is 0.6% higher.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural families. The Intel Core i7-10875H uses the Comet Lake architecture, specifically the Comet Lake-H codename, while the Intel Xeon E-2236 is based on Coffee Lake, with the Coffee Lake-S WS codename. Both are built on the same 14 nm process node and fabricated by Intel, but the die sizes differ: the i7-10875H has a die size of 177.5 mm², while the Xeon E-2236 is smaller at 154 mm².

Core and thread counts are a major differentiator. The i7-10875H has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Xeon E-2236 has 6 cores and 12 threads. This gives the mobile part a 33% advantage in core count, which should theoretically help in heavily threaded workloads, though the benchmark data shows only a 3.7-3.8% lead in multi-core tests. The cache hierarchy is also different: both have 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 256 KB of L2 cache per core, but the L3 cache is 16 MB shared on the i7-10875H versus 12 MB shared on the Xeon E-2236.

Clock speeds are a significant architectural difference. The i7-10875H has a base clock of 2.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, while the Xeon E-2236 has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The Xeon's higher base clock is typical of a desktop-derived workstation part, but the i7's higher boost clock gives it the edge in single-threaded performance. The thermal design power (TDP) reflects their different market segments: the i7-10875H is rated at 45 W, while the Xeon E-2236 is rated at 80 W.

Memory support is similar in some respects, with both using DDR4 and dual-channel memory buses. However, the memory bandwidth differs, with the i7-10875H at 46.9 GB/s and the Xeon E-2236 at 42.7 GB/s. A critical difference is ECC memory support: the Xeon E-2236 supports ECC memory, while the i7-10875H does not. This is a key feature for workstation and server workloads where data integrity is paramount. Both use PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The integrated graphics also differ: the i7-10875H has UHD Graphics, while the Xeon E-2236 has UHD Graphics P630.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core i7-10875H has 8 cores and 16 threads, while the Intel Xeon E-2236 has 6 cores and 12 threads.

Q: Does the Xeon E-2236 support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Xeon E-2236 has ECC memory support, while the Intel Core i7-10875H does not.

Q: What is the maximum boost clock of each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-10875H boosts up to 5.10 GHz, while the Intel Xeon E-2236 boosts up to 4.80 GHz.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core i7-10875H has an average benchmark score of 3432, which is higher than the Intel Xeon E-2236's 3410. The i7-10875H is 0.6% ahead according to the deltaPct in the Xeon's nearest rivals list.

Q: Are both processors on the same manufacturing process?

A: Yes, both the Intel Core i7-10875H and the Intel Xeon E-2236 are manufactured on a 14 nm process node by Intel.

Q: What is the production status of each processor?

A: The Intel Core i7-10875H is listed as Active, while the Intel Xeon E-2236 is listed as End-of-life.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the two processors:

• Cores: Intel Core i7-10875H has 8, Intel Xeon E-2236 has 6
• Threads: Intel Core i7-10875H has 16, Intel Xeon E-2236 has 12
• Base Clock: 2.30 GHz vs 3.40 GHz
• Boost Clock: 5.10 GHz vs 4.80 GHz
• TDP: 45 W vs 80 W
• Socket: Intel BGA 1440 vs Intel Socket 1151
• Architecture: Comet Lake vs Coffee Lake
• Codename: Comet Lake-H vs Coffee Lake-S WS
• Die Size: 177.5 mm² vs 154 mm²
• L3 Cache: 16 MB shared vs 12 MB shared
• Memory Bandwidth: 46.9 GB/s vs 42.7 GB/s
• ECC Memory: False vs True
• Integrated Graphics: UHD Graphics vs UHD Graphics P630
• Market Segment: Mobile vs Server/Workstation
• Production Status: Active vs End-of-life
• Release Date: 2020-04-01 vs 2019-05-28
• Launch MSRP: $450 vs $284
• Part Number: SRJ8F vs SRF7G

The Verdict

The data points firmly in one direction. The Intel Core i7-10875H wins all six head-to-head benchmarks, with margins between 3.7% and 4.2%. Its average benchmark score of 3432 is higher than the Xeon E-2236's 3410. The i7-10875H achieves this despite having a lower base clock and a much lower TDP, which makes its performance advantage more notable given the power envelope. The Xeon E-2236's only clear advantages are its higher base clock of 3.40 GHz and its ECC memory support.

For anyone building a system where raw benchmark performance is the primary criterion, the Intel Core i7-10875H is the superior choice based on the data. It leads in every shared test, including single-core and multi-core workloads. The Xeon E-2236's appeal rests on its ECC memory support and its workstation market segment, not on benchmark performance. The Xeon is end-of-life, while the i7-10875H remains active, which could affect long-term availability.

The 54th percentile ranking for both processors against all CPUs suggests they are comparable in the broader market, but within this specific matchup, the i7-10875H is consistently ahead. The deltaPct values in the head-to-head tests range from 3.7% to 4.2%, which is a meaningful and consistent edge across different Cinebench versions and thread counts.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-10875H wins in every benchmark category measured. In single-core tests, it leads by 4.2% in Cinebench R15, 3.9% in Cinebench R20, and 3.8% in Cinebench R23. In multi-core tests, it leads by 3.8% in Cinebench R15 and R20, and 3.7% in Cinebench R23. This makes it the choice for applications that rely on both single-threaded responsiveness and multi-threaded throughput, from everyday desktop tasks to content creation and rendering workloads.

The Intel Xeon E-2236 has no benchmark wins in this comparison, but it holds advantages in specific features rather than performance. Its support for ECC memory is critical for servers and workstations where memory errors cannot be tolerated. Its higher base clock of 3.40 GHz could theoretically provide more consistent performance under sustained loads, though the benchmark data does not show this translating into a win. The Xeon's smaller die size of 154 mm² and its server/workstation market segment suggest it is designed for a different use case, one where reliability and data integrity are more important than raw speed.

For a mobile workstation or high-end laptop, the Intel Core i7-10875H is the clear winner. For a compact server or workstation requiring ECC memory, the Intel Xeon E-2236 is the only option of the two, despite its lower benchmark scores. The production status matters here: the i7-10875H is active, while the Xeon E-2236 is end-of-life, so the i7-10875H is the more future-proof choice.