Intel Core i7-1375PRE vs Intel Xeon W-1290E Comparison

Intel Xeon W-1290E and Intel Core i7-1375PRE occupy different corners of the Intel lineup, one a 14 nm Comet Lake workstation part for Socket 1200, the other a 10 nm Raptor Lake-P mobile processor on BGA 1744. The recorded data shows a consistent pattern across all six Cinebench tests, with the Core i7-1375PRE taking every single head-to-head win. The margin is narrow but uniform, and the architectural gap between the two is wide enough to explain why the newer mobile chip edges out the older server-class part in every measured workload.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results are unambiguous: the Intel Core i7-1375PRE wins all six recorded Cinebench comparisons. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Xeon W-1290E scores 1664 against 1737 for the Core i7-1375PRE, a delta of -4.2% for the Xeon. The single-core R15 test shows a slightly larger gap, with the Xeon at 234 and the Core i7 at 245, a -4.5% difference. That single-core margin is the largest relative gap in the entire dataset, indicating the Raptor Lake core design holds a clearer advantage in lightly threaded work.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the pattern holds. The Xeon W-1290E records 6934 in multicore while the Core i7-1375PRE posts 7239, again a -4.2% delta. Single-core R20 shows 978 for the Xeon against 1021 for the Core i7, another -4.2% gap. The consistency of these deltas across R15, R20, and R23 suggests the performance difference is structural rather than workload-specific, a function of the underlying core architecture and memory subsystem rather than a quirk of any one benchmark.

Cinebench R23 multicore delivers the largest absolute difference in the dataset. The Xeon W-1290E scores 16510, while the Core i7-1375PRE reaches 17236, a 726-point gap that again translates to -4.2%. Single-core R23 shows 2330 for the Xeon and 2433 for the Core i7, matching the -4.2% delta seen elsewhere. No test in the recorded data favors the Xeon W-1290E, and the wins column confirms this: the Core i7-1375PRE takes all six head-to-head comparisons, leaving the Xeon with zero wins.

The average benchmark score tells a similar story at a higher level. The Xeon W-1290E averages 4775 across its benchmark suite, while the Core i7-1375PRE averages 4985, a difference of roughly 210 points. Both parts sit at the 59th percentile among all CPUs in the database, but the raw average score favors the Core i7. The nearest rivals for each chip reinforce this positioning: the Xeon sits within 1% of the Intel Core i5-1350P, AMD EPYC 7252, Intel Xeon E-2386G, and AMD Ryzen 9 3950X, while the Core i7-1375PRE sits within 0.3% of the Intel Core i5-12600HE, Intel Xeon W-2150B, Intel Core i3-12300HE, and AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650G. Neither chip dominates its immediate competitive cluster, but the Core i7 sits in a slightly higher average score tier.

Where Each One Wins

On raw performance, the Intel Core i7-1375PRE wins everywhere in the recorded data. It beats the Xeon W-1290E in every Cinebench generation tested, both single-core and multicore, and no benchmark in the dataset shows a Xeon advantage. This makes the use-case split straightforward from a performance standpoint: any workload that relies on Cinebench-style rendering or compute will favor the Core i7-1375PRE, even if the margin is only around 4%.

The Xeon W-1290E does not win any benchmark, but it brings other recorded characteristics that matter outside of raw compute. It supports ECC memory, which the Core i7-1375PRE does not, and it targets the Server/Workstation market segment rather than Mobile. Its memory bandwidth is listed at 46.9 GB/s, a figure the Core i7-1375PRE lacks in the database entirely, and it supports DDR4 memory, whereas the Core i7-1375PRE supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The Xeon also uses Intel UHD Graphics P630, while the Core i7-1375PRE carries Iris Xe Graphics 96EU, a more capable integrated GPU for display and media tasks.

For users prioritizing data integrity in memory-heavy workloads, the Xeon W-1290E offers ECC support that the Core i7-1375PRE cannot match. For users prioritizing raw Cinebench scores, the Core i7-1375PRE is the clear choice. The Core i7 also brings a smaller thermal footprint in terms of listed TDP, 28 watts versus 95 watts for the Xeon, which is relevant for constrained chassis designs even though the performance delta is modest.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear winner for pure benchmark performance: the Intel Core i7-1375PRE. It leads in all six Cinebench tests, with deltas ranging from -4.2% to -4.5% relative to the Xeon W-1290E. Its average benchmark score of 4985 is higher than the Xeon's 4775, and it matches the Xeon's 59th percentile ranking among all CPUs. Anyone choosing between these two strictly on measured compute should select the Core i7-1375PRE.

The Xeon W-1290E is the pick only when its platform features are the deciding factor. It is the sole option with ECC memory support, it uses a Socket 1200 workstation platform, and it has a listed memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s. It also carries a launch MSRP of $552, which the Core i7-1375PRE does not have recorded. The Xeon's 14 nm process node and Comet Lake architecture place it behind the Core i7's 10 nm Raptor Lake design in efficiency, but the ECC support and workstation segment positioning give it a distinct role.

For a mobile or compact system where performance per watt and integrated graphics matter, the Core i7-1375PRE wins on every measured axis. For a server or workstation build that requires ECC memory and does not need the extra Cinebench headroom, the Xeon W-1290E remains viable, but the benchmark data does not show any compute scenario where it comes out ahead.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has the higher Cinebench R23 multicore score?

A: The Intel Core i7-1375PRE scores 17236, while the Intel Xeon W-1290E scores 16510, giving the Core i7 a -4.2% delta advantage in the head-to-head comparison.

Q: Does the Intel Xeon W-1290E support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Xeon W-1290E lists ECC memory support as true. The Intel Core i7-1375PRE does not support ECC memory.

Q: How do the two CPUs compare in single-core performance?

A: The Core i7-1375PRE wins every single-core test. In Cinebench R15 it scores 245 versus 234 for the Xeon, in R20 it scores 1021 versus 978, and in R23 it scores 2433 versus 2330, each with a -4.2% or -4.5% delta for the Xeon.

Q: What memory types does each CPU support?

A: The Xeon W-1290E supports DDR4 memory only. The Core i7-1375PRE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each CPU?

A: The Xeon W-1290E has an average benchmark score of 4775, while the Core i7-1375PRE has an average benchmark score of 4985. Both sit at the 59th percentile among all CPUs in the database.

Q: Which CPU has the higher TDP?

A: The Xeon W-1290E has a listed TDP of 95 watts, while the Core i7-1375PRE has a listed TDP of 28 watts.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel design generations. The Xeon W-1290E uses Comet Lake architecture on a 14 nm process node, while the Core i7-1375PRE uses Raptor Lake architecture on a 10 nm node. Both are manufactured by Intel, but the process shrink gives the Core i7 a fundamental efficiency advantage that shows up in the TDP figures: 28 watts for the Core i7 versus 95 watts for the Xeon.

Core counts differ as well. The Xeon W-1290E has 10 cores and 20 threads, while the Core i7-1375PRE has 14 cores and 20 threads. Both support 20 threads total, but the Core i7 distributes them across more cores, which helps in multicore workloads. The cache hierarchy reflects the newer design: the Xeon has 64 KB of L1 per core and 256 KB of L2 per core with 20 MB of shared L3, while the Core i7 has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3.

Socket and platform support differ completely. The Xeon W-1290E uses Intel Socket 1200, while the Core i7-1375PRE uses Intel BGA 1744. The Xeon supports PCIe Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes, while the Core i7 supports PCIe Gen 4 with 20 CPU lanes. The Xeon has a die size of 206 mm², while the Core i7 is slightly larger at 217 mm², despite the smaller process node.

The integrated graphics also differ. The Xeon W-1290E carries Intel UHD Graphics P630, while the Core i7-1375PRE carries Iris Xe Graphics 96EU, a more modern and capable integrated GPU. The Xeon targets the Server/Workstation segment with ECC memory support, while the Core i7 targets the Mobile segment without ECC. The release dates are separated by roughly two and a half years, with the Xeon launching in 2020 and the Core i7 in 2023.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts differ: the Xeon W-1290E has 10 cores and 20 threads, while the Core i7-1375PRE has 14 cores and 20 threads. The base clock is listed as 3.50 GHz for the Xeon, while the Core i7 lists 1900.00 MHz, a substantial difference in base frequency. Both share the same boost clock of 4.80 GHz, which explains why single-core performance is so close.

TDP differs sharply, with the Xeon at 95 watts and the Core i7 at 28 watts. The socket differs completely, with the Xeon on Intel Socket 1200 and the Core i7 on Intel BGA 1744. The process node is 14 nm for the Xeon and 10 nm for the Core i7.

Memory support diverges: the Xeon supports DDR4 only, while the Core i7 supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The Xeon has a listed memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s, while the Core i7 has no memory bandwidth figure recorded. ECC memory is supported on the Xeon but not on the Core i7. The Xeon uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes, while the Core i7 uses PCIe Gen 4 with 20 lanes.

The integrated graphics units are different models, with the Xeon using Intel UHD Graphics P630 and the Core i7 using Iris Xe Graphics 96EU. The market segment is Server/Workstation for the Xeon and Mobile for the Core i7. The Xeon has a launch MSRP of $552, while the Core i7 has no launch MSRP recorded. The Xeon was released in 2020, the Core i7 in 2023. Both are active production parts with locked multipliers, and both are manufactured by Intel.