CPU Comparison
Intel Core i7-1195G7
Xeon E-2174G
PERFORMANCE BENCHMARKS
Analysis: Intel Core i7-1195G7 vs Intel Xeon E-2174G
The Intel Xeon E-2174G and Intel Core i7-1195G7 are both 4-core, 8-thread processors, but they target completely different segments of the market. The Xeon is a server/workstation part on the aging Coffee Lake architecture, while the i7 is a mobile chip built on the newer Tiger Lake design. Benchmark results show a clear split in their strengths, with the mobile chip dominating most compute workloads but the Xeon taking a major victory in one specific test.
Head-to-Head Benchmarks
The most striking result in the head-to-head comparison is the Geekbench multicore test, where the Intel Xeon E-2174G posts a score of 5104 against the i7-1195G7's 4248. That is a 20.2% lead for the Xeon, and it represents the only benchmark win for the older chip. This is a significant margin, suggesting the Xeon's memory bandwidth advantage (42.7 GB/s vs. no listed figure for the i7) and higher base clock of 3.80 GHz contribute heavily to its performance in this particular workload. The i7-1195G7, despite its lower base clock of 2.90 GHz, cannot match this result.
Every other benchmark in the comparison goes to the Intel Core i7-1195G7. The margins are consistent, with the i7 leading by 8.1% in most Cinebench tests. Specifically, the i7 wins Cinebench R15 multicore with 887 versus 815, and R15 singlecore with 125 versus 114, representing 8.8% and 8.1% deltas respectively. In Cinebench R20, the i7 scores 3697 multicore and 521 singlecore, beating the Xeon's 3398 and 479 by 8.1% in both cases. The pattern continues in Cinebench R23, where the i7 hits 8803 multicore and 1242 singlecore, against the Xeon's 8091 and 1142, again an 8.1% delta.
The single-core Geekbench result is much tighter. The i7-1195G7 wins with 1584 against the Xeon's 1559, but the delta is just 1.6%. This close margin indicates that while the i7 has a higher boost clock (5.00 GHz vs. 4.70 GHz), the Xeon's higher base clock and architecture still allow it to remain competitive in lightly-threaded tasks. Overall, the i7-1195G7 wins 7 out of 8 head-to-head benchmarks, with the Xeon taking only the Geekbench multicore test. The average benchmark scores reflect this overall trend, with the i7 at 2638 and the Xeon at 2588, putting the i7 about 1.9% ahead on average.
FAQ
Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?
A: The Intel Core i7-1195G7 has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, while the Intel Xeon E-2174G boosts to 4.70 GHz. This helps the i7 achieve its single-core wins in Cinebench tests.
Q: Does the Xeon E-2174G support ECC memory?
A: Yes, the Intel Xeon E-2174G supports ECC memory, which is a key feature for server and workstation use. The Intel Core i7-1195G7 does not support ECC memory.
Q: What is the process node difference between these two CPUs?
A: The Intel Xeon E-2174G is built on a 14 nm process, while the Intel Core i7-1195G7 uses a newer 10 nm process. This architectural difference contributes to the i7's efficiency and performance in most benchmarks.
Q: Which CPU has a larger L3 cache?
A: The Intel Core i7-1195G7 has a larger L3 cache at 12 MB shared, compared to the 8 MB shared L3 cache on the Intel Xeon E-2174G. The i7 also has larger L1 and L2 caches per core (80 KB and 1.25 MB, respectively) versus the Xeon (64 KB and 256 KB).
Q: How do these chips compare in terms of their integrated graphics?
A: The Intel Core i7-1195G7 features Iris Xe-LP Graphics G7 with 96 execution units, while the Intel Xeon E-2174G has the older HD Graphics P630. The i7's integrated graphics are significantly more modern and capable.
Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?
A: The Intel Core i7-1195G7 has a higher average benchmark score of 2638, compared to the Intel Xeon E-2174G's 2588. Both are at the 49th percentile among all CPUs tracked.
Architecture Differences
The two processors are separated by several generations of Intel design. The Intel Xeon E-2174G uses the Coffee Lake architecture, specifically Coffee Lake-S WS, built on a 14 nm process. It has a die size of 126 mm² and features 4 cores and 8 threads with a base clock of 3.80 GHz and boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The cache hierarchy consists of 64 KB L1 per core, 256 KB L2 per core, and 8 MB shared L3.
In contrast, the Intel Core i7-1195G7 uses the Tiger Lake architecture, specifically Tiger Lake-U, built on a newer 10 nm process. Its die size is larger at 144 mm², but it packs more cache per core (80 KB L1, 1.25 MB L2) and a total of 12 MB shared L3. The base clock is lower at 2.90 GHz, but the boost clock reaches 5.00 GHz. The process node shrink is a major factor in the i7's ability to achieve higher performance in most benchmarks while consuming less power (28W TDP versus 71W TDP).
The memory support also differs significantly. The Xeon E-2174G supports only DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration with a bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s, and it supports ECC memory. The i7-1195G7 supports DDR4, LPDDR4, and LPDDR4X memory in dual-channel, but it does not support ECC. The bandwidth for the i7 is not listed in the data. PCIe support also varies, with the Xeon offering Gen 3 with 16 lanes, while the i7 offers the newer Gen 4 standard with 16 lanes. The integrated graphics are generations apart, with the Xeon using HD Graphics P630 and the i7 using Iris Xe-LP Graphics G7 with 96 execution units.
The Verdict
Based strictly on the benchmark data, the Intel Core i7-1195G7 is the superior processor for the vast majority of workloads. It wins 7 out of 8 head-to-head benchmarks, with consistent 8.1% leads across all Cinebench tests and a 1.6% lead in Geekbench single-core. Its average benchmark score of 2638 is higher than the Xeon's 2588. If you are choosing between these two based on raw compute performance, the i7-1195G7 is the clear winner.
However, the Intel Xeon E-2174G has its own compelling case. Its 20.2% victory in Geekbench multicore demonstrates a clear advantage in that specific test, and it supports ECC memory, which is a non-negotiable requirement for many server and workstation applications. The Xeon also carries the "Server/Workstation" market segment label, whereas the i7 is a mobile part. For a system requiring ECC memory and the reliability features associated with a Xeon, the E-2174G is the appropriate choice, despite its lower average score. The data does not show the i7 winning in any scenario that demands ECC support.
Specification Differences
The two CPUs differ on nearly every hardware specification. The Intel Xeon E-2174G has a base clock of 3.80 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz, while the Intel Core i7-1195G7 has a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Xeon has a TDP of 71W, while the i7 has a much lower TDP of 28W. The socket types are incompatible: the Xeon uses Intel Socket 1151, while the i7 uses Intel BGA 1449. The process nodes differ (14 nm for the Xeon, 10 nm for the i7), as do the die sizes (126 mm² vs. 144 mm²). Cache sizes are larger on the i7 across the board, and the memory support differs, with the Xeon supporting only DDR4 and ECC, while the i7 supports DDR4, LPDDR4, and LPDDR4X without ECC. The Xeon has a memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s, while the i7 has no listed bandwidth. PCIe versions differ (Gen 3 for Xeon, Gen 4 for i7). The integrated graphics are different (HD Graphics P630 vs. Iris Xe-LP Graphics G7 96EU). The launch MSRP is $334 for the Xeon and $426 for the i7. The Xeon was released in 2018, while the i7 was released in 2021.
Where Each One Wins
The Intel Core i7-1195G7 is the winner in all Cinebench tests, which are heavily threaded and single-threaded CPU benchmarks. It takes the crown in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 for both multicore and singlecore workloads, with consistent 8.1% margins. It also wins Geekbench singlecore by 1.6%. This makes it the better choice for most compute-intensive applications, including rendering, encoding, and general productivity tasks that rely on single-thread performance. Its higher boost clock of 5.00 GHz and larger cache sizes contribute to these victories.
The Intel Xeon E-2174G wins only in Geekbench multicore, where it outperforms the i7 by 20.2%. This is a significant result that suggests the Xeon's higher base clock and memory bandwidth give it an edge in specific multi-threaded workloads that are sensitive to memory access patterns. The Xeon's advantage is not replicated in Cinebench multicore, where the i7 leads, but the Geekbench result is a clear win. Additionally, the Xeon supports ECC memory, which is a feature win even though it is not a benchmark score. For a server or workstation application requiring ECC and where the Geekbench multicore workload is representative, the Xeon E-2174G is the right pick. For everything else, the i7-1195G7 is faster.