Intel Core i7-11700T vs Intel Xeon D-2733NT Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has the higher benchmark score in the database?

A: The Intel Xeon D-2733NT has a higher average benchmark score of 3984, compared to the Intel Core i7-11700T's 3864. The Xeon also holds a higher percentile position at 57 versus 56 for the Core i7.

Q: How does the memory bandwidth compare between these two processors?

A: The Intel Xeon D-2733NT offers significantly higher memory bandwidth at 85.3 GB/s, while the Intel Core i7-11700T is limited to 51.2 GB/s. This difference stems from the Xeon's quad-channel memory bus versus the Core i7's dual-channel bus.

Q: Does the Intel Core i7-11700T include integrated graphics?

A: Yes, it features UHD Graphics 750. The Intel Xeon D-2733NT does not have integrated graphics listed in the database.

Q: What is the production status of each processor?

A: The Intel Xeon D-2733NT is listed as Active, while the Intel Core i7-11700T is End-of-life.

Q: Which CPU has ECC memory support?

A: The Intel Xeon D-2733NT supports ECC memory. The Intel Core i7-11700T does not support ECC memory.

Q: What are the socket requirements for each CPU?

A: The Intel Xeon D-2733NT uses Intel BGA 2579, which is a soldered, embedded-style socket. The Intel Core i7-11700T uses Intel Socket 1200, a standard desktop socket.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Xeon D-2733NT wins every single benchmark in the head-to-head comparison. It takes all six Cinebench tests, from R15 to R23, in both single-core and multi-core variants. The database records zero wins for the Intel Core i7-11700T in these direct comparisons.

The Xeon's dominance is consistent across all tested workloads. In multi-core tests, the Xeon maintains a steady 6.4% advantage in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23. This pattern indicates that the Xeon's performance lead is not workload-specific but rather a general throughput advantage across rendering tasks.

The Intel Core i7-11700T does have additional Geekbench entries in the database, with a multi-core score of 6621 and a single-core score of 1824. However, these are not head-to-head benchmarks against the Xeon D-2733NT, as the database does not include Geekbench results for the server processor.

For users looking at raw performance in rendering workloads, the Xeon D-2733NT is the clear winner. The Core i7-11700T's strengths lie elsewhere: it has a much lower thermal design power at 35 watts versus 80 watts, and it includes integrated graphics, which the Xeon lacks.

Architecture Differences

The two processors belong to different architectural families. The Intel Xeon D-2733NT is built on Ice Lake, specifically the Ice Lake-D variant, and uses a 10 nm process node. The Intel Core i7-11700T uses Rocket Lake architecture on a 14 nm process node, with a die size of 276 mm².

Both CPUs have 8 cores and 16 threads, and both use DDR4 memory. The L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core. However, the L2 cache differs substantially: the Xeon D-2733NT has 1.25 MB per core, while the Core i7-11700T has 512 KB per core. The L3 cache is also different, with the Xeon sharing 15 MB and the Core i7 sharing 16 MB.

The memory controller configuration is a major architectural split. The Xeon D-2733NT supports quad-channel memory with 85.3 GB/s bandwidth, while the Core i7-11700T is dual-channel with 51.2 GB/s. The Xeon also supports ECC memory, a feature absent from the Core i7.

PCIe lanes differ as well. The Xeon D-2733NT provides Gen 4 with 32 lanes from the CPU, while the Core i7-11700T offers Gen 4 with 20 lanes from the CPU. The Core i7 includes UHD Graphics 750 integrated graphics, whereas the Xeon has no integrated graphics listed.

The sockets are completely different: BGA 2579 for the Xeon, indicating a soldered embedded design, versus Socket 1200 for the Core i7, a conventional desktop socket. The Xeon targets the Server/Workstation market segment, while the Core i7 is a Desktop part.

Specification Differences

Process Node: The Xeon D-2733NT uses 10 nm, while the Core i7-11700T uses 14 nm.

Base Clock: The Xeon D-2733NT has a base clock of 2.10 GHz. The Core i7-11700T has a base clock of 1400.00 MHz, which is equivalent to 1.40 GHz.

Boost Clock: The Xeon D-2733NT boosts to 3.20 GHz. The Core i7-11700T boosts to 4.60 GHz, a significantly higher peak frequency.

TDP: The Xeon D-2733NT has a TDP of 80 watts. The Core i7-11700T has a TDP of 35 watts.

Cache: The Xeon D-2733NT has 1.25 MB L2 per core and 15 MB shared L3. The Core i7-11700T has 512 KB L2 per core and 16 MB shared L3.

Memory Bus: The Xeon D-2733NT is quad-channel with 85.3 GB/s bandwidth. The Core i7-11700T is dual-channel with 51.2 GB/s bandwidth.

ECC Support: The Xeon D-2733NT supports ECC memory. The Core i7-11700T does not.

PCIe: The Xeon D-2733NT has Gen 4 with 32 lanes. The Core i7-11700T has Gen 4 with 20 lanes.

Integrated Graphics: The Core i7-11700T includes UHD Graphics 750. The Xeon D-2733NT has no integrated graphics.

Socket: The Xeon D-2733NT uses Intel BGA 2579. The Core i7-11700T uses Intel Socket 1200.

Market Segment: The Xeon D-2733NT is Server/Workstation. The Core i7-11700T is Desktop.

Production Status: The Xeon D-2733NT is Active. The Core i7-11700T is End-of-life.

Launch MSRP: The Core i7-11700T has a launch MSRP of $323. The Xeon D-2733NT has no launch MSRP listed.

Part Number: The Xeon D-2733NT is SRLCJ. The Core i7-11700T is SRKNT.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Xeon D-2733NT sweeps all six head-to-head benchmark comparisons. The most telling result is in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Xeon scores 13775 against the Core i7's 12945, a 6.4% advantage. This is the largest absolute gap in the comparison, with the Xeon leading by 830 points.

Single-core performance follows the same pattern. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Xeon scores 1944 versus 1827 for the Core i7, again a 6.4% margin. This is notable because the Core i7 has a much higher boost clock of 4.60 GHz compared to the Xeon's 3.20 GHz, yet the Xeon still wins.

The Cinebench R20 results mirror the R23 data. The Xeon scores 5785 in multi-core and 816 in single-core, while the Core i7 scores 5436 and 767 respectively. The delta is 6.4% in both cases.

Cinebench R15 shows the same consistency. The Xeon leads 1388 to 1304 in multi-core, and 195 to 184 in single-core. The delta percentages are 6.4% and 6% respectively.

The consistent 6.4% delta across multiple Cinebench versions indicates that the Xeon D-2733NT's advantage is stable and not diminishing with workload intensity. The Xeon's higher memory bandwidth and larger L2 cache likely contribute to this sustained lead, despite the Core i7's higher boost clock. The Xeon also has a higher base clock at 2.10 GHz versus 1.40 GHz, which helps in sustained workloads.

The database shows the Xeon's nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon E-2336 with an identical average score of 3985, and the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 4650G at 3977. The Core i7-11700T's nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen Embedded V2718 at 3875 and the AMD Ryzen 5 4600GE at 3906.

The Verdict

The data is unambiguous: the Intel Xeon D-2733NT outperforms the Intel Core i7-11700T in every recorded benchmark. Users seeking maximum rendering performance should choose the Xeon D-2733NT, as it delivers a 6.4% advantage across all Cinebench tests, both single-core and multi-core.

The Intel Core i7-11700T has its own appeal for different use cases. Its 35-watt TDP makes it a much lower-power option, which could be decisive for compact desktop builds or systems where thermal output is a primary concern. It also includes integrated graphics, eliminating the need for a discrete GPU in basic display scenarios. The Core i7's 4.60 GHz boost clock gives it a frequency advantage, though the benchmark data shows this does not translate into a performance win.

The Xeon D-2733NT is the clear choice for server and workstation environments. Its quad-channel memory with 85.3 GB/s bandwidth, ECC support, and 32 PCIe Gen 4 lanes make it suited for memory-intensive and reliability-critical workloads. The Xeon also remains in Active production status, while the Core i7 is End-of-life.

For desktop users building a low-power system with integrated graphics, the Core i7-11700T offers a viable path. For any workload where raw CPU performance matters, the Xeon D-2733NT is the superior processor according to the recorded data. The Core i7's 56th percentile versus the Xeon's 57th percentile ranking, along with the lower average score of 3864 versus 3984, confirms this ordering.