Intel Core i7-4810MQ vs Intel Xeon D-1528 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded benchmark data shows a clean sweep for the Intel Xeon D-1528 across all six Cinebench comparisons. The margins are remarkably consistent, hovering between 12.8% and 13.9% in every test. This uniformity suggests a systemic advantage rather than a workload-specific quirk.

Starting with multicore performance, the Xeon D-1528 posts a Cinebench R15 score of 584 against the Core i7-4810MQ’s 516, a 13.2% lead. The pattern repeats in Cinebench R20, where the Xeon scores 2435 versus 2154, again a 13% gap. In the more demanding Cinebench R23 multicore test, the Xeon reaches 5799 while the i7-4810MQ manages 5129, a 13.1% difference. These are substantial margins for CPUs that both sit in the 40th percentile of all processors in the database.

Single-core results tell a similar story, which is noteworthy because the i7-4810MQ has a much higher boost clock. The Xeon D-1528 scores 82 in Cinebench R15 single-core versus 72 for the i7, a 13.9% advantage. In R20 single-core, the Xeon posts 343 against 304, a 12.8% lead. The R23 single-core test shows 818 for the Xeon and 724 for the i7, a 13% gap. The fact that the Xeon wins single-core despite its lower clock speeds points to architectural efficiency rather than raw frequency.

The average benchmark score for the Xeon D-1528 is 1677, while the i7-4810MQ averages 1651. That difference of 26 points is small in absolute terms, but the head-to-head data shows the Xeon winning every recorded comparison. The i7-4810MQ does have additional Geekbench entries in its profile, scoring 3203 multicore and 1106 single-core, but no corresponding Geekbench data exists for the Xeon in this comparison set, so those cannot be directly compared.

Interestingly, the nearest rivals for each chip reinforce their positioning. The Xeon D-1528 sits within 0.6% of the Intel Core i7-6700TE (1666 average) and 0.3% of the Core i5-4690K (1682). The i7-4810MQ is within 0.4% of the Intel Core i7-5700HQ (1645) and 0.1% of the AMD Ryzen 5 3550H (1653). Both chips occupy similar performance tiers overall, yet the direct head-to-head favors the Xeon consistently.

Architecture Differences

The fundamental gap between these two processors lies in their design targets. The Xeon D-1528 uses Intel’s Broadwell architecture on a 14 nm process, while the Core i7-4810MQ is built on Haswell at 22 nm. The smaller process node gives the Xeon a transistor count of 3,200 million on a 246 mm² die, compared to 1,400 million transistors on a 177 mm² die for the i7. This density advantage allows the Xeon to pack more cores and cache into its silicon.

Core configuration differs significantly. The Xeon D-1528 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the i7-4810MQ has 4 cores and 8 threads. That is a 50% advantage in core count and a 50% advantage in thread count for the Xeon. The cache hierarchy reflects this: the Xeon provides 1.5 MB of L3 per core, which totals 9 MB across six cores, while the i7 has 6 MB of shared L3 for its four cores. Both share the same 64 KB L1 and 256 KB L2 per core.

Clock speeds favor the i7-4810MQ heavily. The i7 runs at a base clock of 2.80 GHz and boosts to 3.80 GHz. The Xeon D-1528 operates at 1.90 GHz base and 2.50 GHz boost. That is a 1.3 GHz difference in boost clocks, yet the Xeon still wins every single-core benchmark. This implies the Broadwell architecture delivers significantly more instructions per clock cycle than Haswell, enough to overcome a massive frequency deficit.

Power draw is another stark contrast. The Xeon D-1528 has a TDP of 35 watts, while the i7-4810MQ draws 47 watts. The Xeon achieves superior performance across the board while consuming 25.5% less power according to the TDP figures. This efficiency is a direct consequence of the 14 nm process versus 22 nm.

Memory support also differs. The Xeon supports both DDR3 and DDR4 memory in a dual-channel configuration, while the i7 is limited to DDR3 only. The i7 lists a memory bandwidth of 25.6 GB/s, but no equivalent figure is recorded for the Xeon. The Xeon also supports ECC memory, a feature absent from the i7. PCIe lane counts differ as well: the Xeon provides 24 Gen 3 lanes, the i7 provides 16.

The i7-4810MQ includes integrated graphics in the form of Intel HD 4600, while the Xeon D-1528 has no integrated graphics listed. This makes sense given their market segments: the Xeon targets server and workstation deployments where discrete graphics are expected, while the i7 is designed for mobile use where integrated graphics are necessary.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear performance winner: the Intel Xeon D-1528 outperforms the Intel Core i7-4810MQ in every recorded benchmark, with margins between 12.8% and 13.9%. This is despite the i7 having a substantially higher boost clock (3.80 GHz versus 2.50 GHz) and a higher TDP (47 watts versus 35 watts). The Xeon achieves this through more cores, a denser process node, and a more efficient architecture.

The market segments tell the rest of the story. The Xeon D-1528 is a server and workstation part with ECC memory support, DDR4 compatibility, and a production status of active. The i7-4810MQ is a mobile processor from the Haswell generation, now end-of-life, with integrated graphics and DDR3-only memory support. The Xeon launched in October 2015 with an MSRP of $320, while the i7 launched in January 2014 with an MSRP of $378.

For anyone choosing between these two based on the recorded data, the Xeon D-1528 is the superior processor in raw performance and efficiency. The i7-4810MQ’s only advantages are its integrated graphics and its higher clock speeds, but those clock speeds do not translate into benchmark wins. The Xeon’s 6-core, 12-thread configuration with Broadwell efficiency simply outclasses the 4-core, 8-thread Haswell part.

The percentiles are identical at 40 for both, placing them in the same overall tier of the database, but the head-to-head comparison is unambiguous. The Xeon wins 6 benchmarks, the i7 wins none.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Xeon D-1528 has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Core i7-4810MQ has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Why does the Xeon win single-core benchmarks despite a lower boost clock?

A: The Xeon D-1528 has a boost clock of 2.50 GHz versus 3.80 GHz for the i7-4810MQ, yet it wins single-core tests by 12.8% to 13.9%. This is attributable to the Xeon’s Broadwell architecture on a 14 nm process, which delivers higher instructions per clock than the i7’s Haswell design on 22 nm.

Q: Does the i7-4810MQ support ECC memory?

A: No. The Intel Core i7-4810MQ does not support ECC memory, while the Intel Xeon D-1528 does support ECC memory.

Q: What is the TDP difference between these two chips?

A: The Intel Xeon D-1528 has a TDP of 35 watts, and the Intel Core i7-4810MQ has a TDP of 47 watts. The Xeon is more power-efficient despite performing better.

Q: Which chip has integrated graphics?

A: The Intel Core i7-4810MQ includes Intel HD 4600 integrated graphics. The Intel Xeon D-1528 has no integrated graphics listed in the database.

Q: How do these processors compare in the overall database percentile?

A: Both processors sit at the 40th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Xeon D-1528 has an average benchmark score of 1677, while the i7-4810MQ has an average score of 1651.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Xeon D-1528 wins every head-to-head benchmark in this comparison, but the nature of those wins suggests different use cases. The Xeon’s multicore advantage is consistent across all Cinebench versions, making it the better choice for threaded workloads such as rendering, compilation, and server-side processing. Its ECC memory support and DDR4 compatibility further cement its role in reliability-focused server and workstation environments.

The Intel Core i7-4810MQ does have one clear advantage: integrated graphics. For a mobile system where a discrete GPU is not present, the i7’s Intel HD 4600 provides display output capability that the Xeon lacks entirely. The i7 also has higher clock speeds, which could benefit legacy software that relies on single-threaded performance without the architectural efficiency of Broadwell, though the benchmark data does not show this translating into any wins.

The thermal envelope also favors the Xeon in absolute terms: 35 watts versus 47 watts. In a dense server chassis where heat dissipation is critical, the Xeon’s lower TDP is a meaningful operational advantage. However, the i7’s socket (Intel Socket G3) is designed for mobile platforms, which may offer upgrade paths or form factor benefits not captured in benchmark scores.

The Xeon’s 24 PCIe Gen 3 lanes versus the i7’s 16 lanes gives the Xeon more headroom for expansion cards, NVMe storage, or multiple GPUs in a workstation configuration. The i7’s 16 lanes are sufficient for a single discrete GPU typical of a laptop or compact desktop.

In summary, the Xeon D-1528 wins on performance, efficiency, memory flexibility, and PCIe capacity. The i7-4810MQ wins only on integrated graphics and raw clock speed, with no benchmark victory to show for it.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Xeon D-1528 | Intel Core i7-4810MQ |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 6 | 4 |

| Threads | 12 | 8 |

| Base Clock | 1.90 GHz | 2.80 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 2.50 GHz | 3.80 GHz |

| TDP | 35 W | 47 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1667 | Intel Socket G3 |

| Architecture | Broadwell | Haswell |

| Process Node | 14 nm | 22 nm |

| Transistors | 3,200 million | 1,400 million |

| Die Size | 246 mm² | 177 mm² |

| L3 Cache | 1.5 MB per core | 6 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR3, DDR4 | DDR3 |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not recorded | 25.6 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe Lanes | Gen 3, 24 Lanes | Gen 3, 16 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | None | Intel HD 4600 |

| Market Segment | Server/Workstation | Mobile |

| Production Status | Active | End-of-life |

| Release Date | 2015-10-31 | 2014-01-19 |

| Launch MSRP | $320 | $378 |

| Part Number | SR2DL | SR1PV |