Intel Core i7-8809G vs Intel Xeon D-1548 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a clean sweep for the Intel Xeon D-1548 across every Cinebench iteration, with the Core i7-8809G trailing by a remarkably consistent margin. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Xeon D-1548 scores 777 against 724 for the i7-8809G, a delta of -6.8%. The single-core R15 test tells a similar story: 109 for the Xeon versus 102 for the i7, a 6.4% gap. These are not small differences; the Xeon wins every benchmark in the head-to-head set, six out of six.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the pattern holds. The Xeon D-1548 posts 3239 in multicore, while the i7-8809G manages 3017, a 6.9% deficit. In single-core R20, the Xeon leads 457 to 425, a 7% gap. The most recent Cinebench R23 results reinforce the trend: multicore shows 7713 for the Xeon versus 7185 for the i7, and single-core shows 1089 versus 1014. Each delta lands between -6.4% and -7%, which suggests a consistent performance advantage rather than a workload-specific fluke.

The i7-8809G does have Geekbench entries in the database, scoring 4590 multicore and 1401 single-core, but the Xeon D-1548 has no recorded Geekbench scores. So the Cinebench results are the only direct apples-to-apples comparison available. Based on those six tests, the Xeon D-1548 is ahead in every single measurement, with no test where the i7-8809G pulls ahead.

Where Each One Wins

The Xeon D-1548 wins in every benchmark category recorded. It takes multicore workloads across all three Cinebench versions (R15, R20, R23) and also wins every single-core test. This is not a case of one chip favoring multithreaded tasks while the other excels at lightly threaded work; the Xeon leads in both. The i7-8809G has no benchmark wins in the head-to-head data, so there is no recorded scenario where it comes out on top.

For users looking at single-threaded responsiveness, the Xeon's 6.4% to 7% advantage in single-core Cinebench tests means it handles everyday tasks like application launches and UI responsiveness with a measurable edge. For heavily threaded work, such as video rendering or compilation, the Xeon's multicore lead of 6.8% to 6.9% across all three Cinebench versions makes it the clear choice. The i7-8809G, despite its higher boost clock on paper, cannot overcome the Xeon's per-core efficiency in these benchmarks.

The i7-8809G does have the advantage of integrated Radeon RX Vega M GH graphics, which the Xeon lacks entirely. For systems that need a GPU without a discrete card, the i7 is the only option here. But in pure CPU compute, the data shows no scenario where the i7 wins.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel architectures and target completely different market segments. The Core i7-8809G uses the Kaby Lake architecture, specifically the Kaby Lake G codename, built on a 14 nm process. It is a mobile segment chip with 4 cores and 8 threads, a base clock of 3.10 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz. The Xeon D-1548 uses the Broadwell architecture (Broadwell-DE codename), also on 14 nm, but it is a server and workstation part with 8 cores and 16 threads, running at a 2000.00 MHz base clock and 2.60 GHz boost. The Xeon is the older design, released in October 2015, while the i7 arrived in January 2018.

Cache layouts differ substantially. Both have 64 KB of L1 per core and 256 KB of L2 per core. The i7-8809G has 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The Xeon D-1548 instead has 1.5 MB of L3 per core, which across 8 cores amounts to a larger total pool. The Xeon also lists transistor count at 3,200 million and die size at 246 mm², while the i7 has no recorded transistor or die size data.

Memory support is another split. The i7-8809G supports DDR4 only and does not support ECC memory. The Xeon D-1548 supports both DDR3 and DDR4, has a dual-channel memory bus, and supports ECC memory, which is critical for server reliability. The Xeon also has PCIe Gen 3 with 24 lanes from the CPU, while the i7 has no recorded PCIe information. The i7 integrates Radeon RX Vega M GH graphics, while the Xeon has no integrated graphics at all.

Specification Differences

The table below highlights only the fields where the two chips differ:

| Specification | Intel Core i7-8809G | Intel Xeon D-1548 |

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

| Cores | 4 | 8 |

| Threads | 8 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 3.10 GHz | 2000.00 MHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.20 GHz | 2.60 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 45 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 2270 | Intel BGA 1667 |

| Architecture | Kaby Lake | Broadwell |

| Codename | Kaby Lake G | Broadwell |

| Generation | Core i7 (Kaby Lake-G) | Xeon D (Broadwell-DE) |

| Transistors | Not recorded | 3,200 million |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 246 mm² |

| L3 Cache | 8 MB (shared) | 1.5 MB (per core) |

| Memory Support | DDR4 | DDR3, DDR4 |

| Memory Bus | Not recorded | Dual-channel |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Not recorded | Gen 3, 24 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon RX Vega M GH | None |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Server/Workstation |

| Release Date | 2018-01-31 | 2015-10-31 |

| Launch MSRP | None recorded | $555 |

| Part Number | Not recorded | SR2DJ |

The Xeon has double the cores and threads, a lower TDP despite more cores, and a much larger L3 cache footprint per core. The i7 has a significantly higher clock speed, both base and boost, and includes integrated graphics. The Xeon supports ECC and a dual-channel memory bus, while the i7 does not.

FAQ

Q: Which CPU has more cores?

A: The Intel Xeon D-1548 has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Core i7-8809G has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Does either chip support ECC memory?

A: Only the Xeon D-1548 supports ECC memory. The Core i7-8809G does not.

Q: Which chip has integrated graphics?

A: The Core i7-8809G includes Radeon RX Vega M GH graphics. The Xeon D-1548 has no integrated graphics.

Q: What is the performance gap in Cinebench R23 multicore?

A: The Xeon D-1548 scores 7713, while the i7-8809G scores 7185. That is a 6.8% advantage for the Xeon.

Q: Which CPU has a lower TDP?

A: The Xeon D-1548 has a TDP of 45 W. The i7-8809G has a TDP of 65 W.

Q: When was each chip released?

A: The Xeon D-1548 was released on 2015-10-31. The Core i7-8809G was released on 2018-01-31.

The Verdict

The Intel Xeon D-1548 is the better performer in every benchmark recorded. It wins all six Cinebench tests, with margins ranging from 6.4% to 7%. It offers double the cores and threads, supports ECC memory, and runs at a lower TDP of 45 W versus 65 W. The data clearly favors the Xeon for any compute-heavy workload, whether single-threaded or multithreaded.

The Core i7-8809G is not without merit, but its strengths lie outside the CPU benchmarks. It has integrated Radeon RX Vega M GH graphics, making it a self-contained mobile solution for systems that cannot accommodate a discrete GPU. It also has a much higher boost clock of 4.20 GHz, though the benchmark results show this does not translate into a win in any recorded test. Its 4 cores and 8 threads are half the Xeon's count, and it lacks ECC support, which limits its suitability for server-class workloads.

Who should pick which? Choose the Xeon D-1548 for any task where CPU throughput matters most: server workloads, multi-threaded rendering, or ECC-dependent reliability. Choose the Core i7-8809G only if integrated graphics are a hard requirement and the workload is light enough that the 6.4% to 7% deficit in every Cinebench test is acceptable. Based on the database records, the Xeon D-1548 is the superior processor in raw compute, and the i7-8809G is a niche mobile part with a graphics advantage that the Xeon cannot match.