CPU Comparison
Intel Core i7-11370H
Xeon E-2324G
PERFORMANCE BENCHMARKS
Analysis: Intel Core i7-11370H vs Intel Xeon E-2324G
The Intel Core i7-11370H and Intel Xeon E-2324G are both quad-core Intel parts, but they target different worlds: one is a 28 W mobile processor built for thin laptops, the other a 65 W server/workstation chip. Despite the Xeon’s higher base clock and single-core Geekbench victory, the benchmark data shows the Core i7-11370H winning seven of eight head-to-head tests, often by a consistent 11% margin. This page breaks down where each chip excels, what the architecture differences mean, and which processor the data favors for specific workloads.
FAQ
Q: Which processor wins more head-to-head benchmarks?
A: The Intel Core i7-11370H wins 7 of 8 comparisons, with the only loss coming in Geekbench single-core, where the Xeon E-2324G takes a 19% lead.
Q: How large is the Core i7-11370H’s lead in Cinebench multi-core tests?
A: The lead is remarkably consistent. In Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multi-core, the Core i7-11370H wins by 11.4%, 11.3%, and 11.3% respectively, with raw scores of 987 vs 886, 4113 vs 3694, and 9793 vs 8797.
Q: Does the Xeon E-2324G have any meaningful advantage?
A: Yes, in the Geekbench single-core test, the Xeon scores 2059 against the Core i7-11370H’s 1667, a 19% delta. This is the only test where the Xeon wins.
Q: What are the thread counts of each CPU?
A: The Core i7-11370H has 8 threads (4 cores with Hyper-Threading), while the Xeon E-2324G has 4 threads (4 cores without). This explains the multi-core gap despite equal core counts.
Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?
A: No. The Xeon E-2324G supports ECC memory, while the Core i7-11370H does not. Both use dual-channel DDR4 with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth.
Q: How do their average benchmark scores compare?
A: The Core i7-11370H has an average benchmark score of 2861, slightly edging out the Xeon’s 2823. Both sit at the 51st percentile of all CPUs.
Where Each One Wins
The Core i7-11370H dominates the multi-threaded and most single-threaded rendering workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 9793 versus the Xeon’s 8797, a lead that stems directly from its 8 threads versus the Xeon’s 4. The same pattern holds in Geekbench multi-core (5485 vs 5257, a 4.3% advantage) and across every Cinebench iteration. For users running CPU-intensive rendering or encoding tasks that scale with thread count, the Core i7-11370H is the clear choice.
The Xeon E-2324G’s single win is narrow but distinct: Geekbench single-core. With a score of 2059 versus 1667, it is 19% faster in this specific test. This suggests that for lightly-threaded, latency-sensitive workloads that rely on raw single-thread performance, such as certain database operations or legacy application logic, the Xeon holds an edge. However, this advantage does not translate to Cinebench single-core, where the Core i7-11370H wins by 11.2% in R15 (139 vs 125) and 11.3% in both R20 (580 vs 521) and R23 (1382 vs 1242).
The Xeon also offers ECC memory support, a feature absent on the Core i7-11370H. For error-sensitive server or workstation environments, that feature alone may define the use case, even if raw benchmark scores favor the mobile chip.
Architecture Differences
The two processors come from different Intel nodes and designs. The Core i7-11370H is built on Tiger Lake-H, using a 10 nm process with a die size of 146.1 mm². The Xeon E-2324G is Rocket Lake-E, fabricated on a 14 nm process with a much larger die at 276 mm². Both are made by Intel, and both feature the same L1 cache of 80 KB per core.
The cache layout diverges at L2 and L3. The Core i7-11370H has 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 12 MB of shared L3. The Xeon E-2324G has a smaller 512 KB L2 per core and only 8 MB of shared L3. This means the Core i7 has more than double the L2 per core and 50% more L3, which likely contributes to its multi-core efficiency despite the thread-count advantage.
Both processors support PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes (CPU only) and dual-channel DDR4 memory with identical 51.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Core i7-11370H integrates Iris XE 96EU graphics, while the Xeon uses UHD Graphics P750. The Core i7 is unlocked? No, both have locked multipliers. The Xeon is a server/ workstation part with ECC support, while the Core i7 is a mobile part without it; the Xeon uses Intel Socket 1200, while the Core i7 uses Intel BGA 1449, meaning the Xeon is socketed for replaceability while the Core i7 is soldered.
Specification Differences
The most striking difference is thread count: 8 threads on the Core i7-11370H versus 4 on the Xeon E-2324G, despite both having 4 cores. The Xeon has a higher base clock (3.10 GHz vs 3.00 GHz) but a lower boost clock (4.60 GHz vs 4.80 GHz). The thermal design power is dramatically different: the Core i7 is rated at 28 W, while the Xeon draws 65 W. This explains the mobile vs server positioning.
The process node differs (10 nm vs 14 nm) and die size differs (146.1 mm² vs 276 mm²). L2 cache per core is 1.25 MB on the Core i7 versus 512 KB on the Xeon; L3 is 12 MB versus 8 MB. ECC memory is supported only on the Xeon. The integrated graphics differ: Iris XE 96EU versus UHD Graphics P750. Release dates are separated by eight months: the Core i7 launched on January 10, 2021, and the Xeon on September 7, 2021. The launch MSRP for the Core i7-11370H is $426, and for the Xeon E-2324G it is $209 (stated once per the data). Both are active production parts, both use the same memory bus and PCIe configuration, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.
Head-to-Head Benchmarks
The Cinebench series paints a picture of near-total dominance for the Core i7-11370H. In R15 multi-core, it scores 987 against 886, an 11.4% win. The single-core R15 test is similarly decisive: 139 vs 125, an 11.2% margin. Moving to R20, the multi-core score is 4113 vs 3694 (11.3% delta), and single-core is 580 vs 521 (11.3% delta). The R23 results repeat the pattern exactly: multi-core 9793 vs 8797 (11.3%) and single-core 1382 vs 1242 (11.3%). Across all six Cinebench tests, the Core i7-11370H leads by roughly 11%, a consistent gap that points to a fundamental architectural advantage, likely the combination of more threads and larger caches, rather than a test-specific quirk.
Geekbench splits the results. In the multi-core test, the Core i7-11370H wins 5485 to 5257, a 4.3% margin. This is a smaller lead than in Cinebench, suggesting the workload is less sensitive to thread count. The single-core Geekbench test flips the script: the Xeon E-2324G scores 2059, beating the Core i7-11370H’s 1667 by a substantial 19%. This is the Xeon’s only victory, and it is a large one. The data implies that the Xeon’s higher base clock and server-oriented design yield superior performance in this specific single-threaded scenario, even though Cinebench single-core tells a different story.
Overall, the Core i7-11370H wins 7 of 8 tests, with an average benchmark score of 2861 versus the Xeon’s 2823. The Xeon’s nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5450U (avg score 2829, deltaPct -0.2%), while the Core i7’s nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 5475U (avg score 2865, deltaPct -0.1%). Both processors rank at the 51st percentile of all CPUs, indicating they are mid-pack performers overall.
The Verdict
The benchmark data is unambiguous for most workloads: the Intel Core i7-11370H is the faster processor. It wins every Cinebench test, multi-core and single-core alike, by a consistent 11.3% margin, and it also takes Geekbench multi-core by 4.3%. With 8 threads versus 4, a larger L2 (1.25 MB vs 512 KB per core) and L3 (12 MB vs 8 MB), and a smaller 10 nm process, the Core i7-11370H is built to outperform across rendering and general multi-threaded tasks. Its 28 W TDP also makes it suitable for mobile platforms, a distinct advantage in power-constrained environments.
The Intel Xeon E-2324G is the pick only for specific scenarios. Its 19% Geekbench single-core win suggests that for certain lightly-threaded, high-frequency tasks, it can outpace the Core i7. More importantly, it supports ECC memory, a feature entirely absent on the Core i7-11370H. For a server or workstation where data integrity is critical and single-thread latency matters more than multi-thread throughput, the Xeon’s 65 W TDP and socketed design (Intel Socket 1200) make it a viable choice. The data shows the Core i7-11370H is the performance leader, but the Xeon E-2324G holds a niche for ECC-dependent and specific single-threaded workloads. Choose the Core i7 for raw speed; choose the Xeon for reliability features and that one benchmark where it shines.