Intel Core i7-8809G vs Intel Xeon D-1715TER Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data tells a remarkably consistent story: the Intel Xeon D-1715TER wins every single head-to-head comparison in the database. Across all six recorded Cinebench tests, the Xeon holds a lead between 6.4% and 7.2% over the Core i7-8809G. This uniformity is striking, as it suggests the performance gap is not workload-specific but rather a general characteristic of the two processors.

In Cinebench R15, the Xeon D-1715TER scores 779 in multi-core versus 724 for the Core i7-8809G, a delta of 7.1%. The single-core test shows a similar pattern: 109 versus 102, a 6.4% advantage. Moving to Cinebench R20, the Xeon again leads by 7.1% in multi-core (3249 versus 3017) and by 7.2% in single-core (458 versus 425). The Cinebench R23 results reinforce this trend: 7738 versus 7185 in multi-core, and 1092 versus 1014 in single-core, both representing a 7.1% gap.

The consistency of these deltas is noteworthy. A roughly 7% advantage across every rendering benchmark indicates that the Xeon D-1715TER is simply the faster chip in this comparison, regardless of thread count or workload intensity. The Core i7-8809G does not record a single win in the head-to-head table; the Xeon claims all six victories.

However, the broader database context tempers this picture. The Core i7-8809G holds an average benchmark score of 2307, placing it at the 48th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i5-10400H (avg score 2303, delta 0.2%), the Intel Xeon E-2134 (2319, delta -0.5%), and the AMD Ryzen 7 2700 (2320, delta -0.6%). The Xeon D-1715TER, meanwhile, has an average score of 2238 and sits at the 47th percentile. Its closest competitors are the Intel Xeon D-1548 (2231, delta 0.3%), the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 (2246, delta -0.3%), and the Intel Core i7-10710U (2248, delta -0.5%).

So while the Xeon D-1715TER beats the Core i7-8809G in every direct test, the Core i7-8809G actually holds a slightly higher average benchmark score across all recorded tests. This apparent paradox is explained by the Geekbench results: the Core i7-8809G has Geekbench scores of 4590 multi-core and 1401 single-core, tests that the Xeon D-1715TER does not appear in the database for. When only the overlapping Cinebench tests are considered, the Xeon is ahead; when the full benchmark suite is averaged, the Core i7 edges ahead due to those additional Geekbench data points.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural families and manufacturing nodes. The Core i7-8809G uses the Kaby Lake architecture, specifically the Kaby Lake G codename, built on Intel's 14 nm process. The Xeon D-1715TER uses the Ice Lake architecture, the Ice Lake-D codename, on a 10 nm node. This node advantage likely contributes to the Xeon's efficiency and performance characteristics.

Both chips have 4 cores and 8 threads, so the thread count is identical. The cache hierarchy, however, differs substantially. The Core i7-8809G has 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 256 KB of L2 per core, with 8 MB of shared L3 cache. The Xeon D-1715TER has 80 KB of L1 per core and 1.25 MB of L2 per core, with a larger 10 MB shared L3. The larger per-core L2 and L3 caches on the Xeon could explain part of its consistent benchmark advantage.

Clock speeds tell a different story. The Core i7-8809G has a base clock of 3.10 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz, notably higher than the Xeon's 2.40 GHz base and 3.50 GHz boost. Despite lower clocks, the Xeon still outperforms the Core i7 in every test, suggesting that the architectural efficiency of Ice Lake and the larger caches more than compensate for the clock deficit.

The integrated graphics situation is a major differentiator. The Core i7-8809G includes a Radeon RX Vega M GH GPU, a substantial integrated graphics solution. The Xeon D-1715TER has no integrated graphics at all, which is expected for a server/workstation part. Memory support also differs: both support DDR4, but the Xeon features triple-channel memory with a rated bandwidth of 64.0 GB/s, while the Core i7's memory bus and bandwidth are not recorded in the database. The Xeon also supports ECC memory, while the Core i7 does not. PCIe connectivity favors the Xeon as well, with Gen 4 and 16 lanes (CPU only) listed, whereas the Core i7's PCIe details are absent.

The market segments are clearly distinct. The Core i7-8809G is a mobile processor, while the Xeon D-1715TER is aimed at server and workstation use. Their sockets differ: Intel BGA 2270 for the Core i7 and Intel BGA 2227 for the Xeon. The release dates are separated by about four years: the Core i7 launched on January 31, 2018, and the Xeon on February 23, 2022. Both are listed as Active in production status, and neither has a launch MSRP recorded in the database.

Where Each One Wins

The data shows that the Xeon D-1715TER wins in every rendering-focused benchmark. For users running Cinebench workloads, whether multi-threaded or single-threaded, the Xeon consistently delivers 6.4% to 7.2% higher scores. This makes it the clear choice for CPU-bound rendering tasks, particularly in server or workstation environments where ECC memory support and triple-channel bandwidth are valuable.

The Core i7-8809G, however, has its own domain where the database shows it excels: integrated graphics. The Radeon RX Vega M GH is a powerful integrated GPU, and the Core i7 is the only one of the two with any graphics capability. For mobile use cases where a discrete GPU is not available or not desired, the Core i7 offers a complete solution. Its higher clock speeds (3.10 GHz base, 4.20 GHz boost) may also provide better responsiveness in lightly threaded tasks, even if the recorded Cinebench single-core results favor the Xeon.

The Core i7 also holds the advantage in the broader benchmark average. Its avgBenchmarkScore of 2307 exceeds the Xeon's 2238, driven by Geekbench scores of 4590 multi-core and 1401 single-core. The Xeon does not have Geekbench results in the database, so for users who value Geekbench as a metric, the Core i7 is the only one with recorded data.

The Xeon's strengths are architectural: a smaller 10 nm process, larger caches (1.25 MB L2 per core versus 256 KB, and 10 MB L3 versus 8 MB), ECC memory support, triple-channel memory, and PCIe Gen 4. These features position it for reliability and throughput in sustained server workloads. The Core i7's strengths are integration and mobility: a 65 W TDP versus the Xeon's 50 W, but with built-in graphics and a mobile socket design.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification category in the database. The Core i7-8809G has a base clock of 3.10 GHz and a boost clock of 4.20 GHz, while the Xeon D-1715TER runs at 2.40 GHz base and 3.50 GHz boost. Thermal design power differs as well: 65 W for the Core i7 versus 50 W for the Xeon.

The sockets are incompatible: the Core i7 uses Intel BGA 2270, the Xeon uses Intel BGA 2227. The architecture and codename are distinct, with the Core i7 on Kaby Lake (Kaby Lake G) and the Xeon on Ice Lake (Ice Lake-D). The process node is 14 nm for the Core i7 and 10 nm for the Xeon.

Cache specifications show the Xeon with larger allocations: L1 is 64 KB per core on the Core i7 versus 80 KB per core on the Xeon; L2 is 256 KB per core versus 1.25 MB per core; L3 is 8 MB shared versus 10 MB shared. Memory support is DDR4 for both, but the Xeon adds triple-channel operation, 64.0 GB/s bandwidth, and ECC support, none of which are recorded for the Core i7. The Xeon also lists PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes, while the Core i7 has no PCIe data.

Integrated graphics are present only on the Core i7, with the Radeon RX Vega M GH. The market segment differs: Mobile for the Core i7, Server/Workstation for the Xeon. The release dates are January 31, 2018, and February 23, 2022, respectively. Both are Active in production, both lack a launch MSRP, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Intel Xeon D-1715TER scores 7738 versus 7185 for the Core i7-8809G, a 7.1% advantage.

Q: Does the Core i7-8809G have any benchmark wins over the Xeon D-1715TER?

A: No. The head-to-head table records 6 wins for the Xeon and 0 for the Core i7 across all Cinebench tests.

Q: Why does the Core i7-8809G have a higher average benchmark score than the Xeon?

A: The Core i7's avgBenchmarkScore is 2307 versus 2238 for the Xeon. This is because the Core i7 has Geekbench scores (4590 multi-core, 1401 single-core) that are not recorded for the Xeon, raising its average across all tests.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Xeon D-1715TER supports ECC memory. The Core i7-8809G does not have ECC support listed.

Q: Do both processors have the same number of cores and threads?

A: Yes, both have 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: Only the Core i7-8809G has integrated graphics, the Radeon RX Vega M GH. The Xeon D-1715TER has no integrated graphics.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear performance hierarchy: the Xeon D-1715TER is the faster CPU in every recorded rendering benchmark, with a consistent 6.4% to 7.2% lead over the Core i7-8809G. For users who prioritize raw CPU compute in Cinebench-style workloads, the Xeon is the better choice. Its architectural advantages, including the 10 nm process, larger L2 and L3 caches, ECC memory support, and triple-channel bandwidth, support this conclusion.

The Core i7-8809G, however, is not without merit. It offers integrated graphics in the form of the Radeon RX Vega M GH, a feature entirely absent from the Xeon. It also has higher clock speeds, a lower average benchmark score but a broader recorded suite of tests, and a mobile market positioning. For a compact or mobile system that needs graphics output without a discrete GPU, the Core i7 is the only viable option of the two.

The choice depends on the use case. For a server, workstation, or any always-on compute environment where rendering throughput and memory reliability matter, the Xeon D-1715TER is the recommended pick. For a mobile system with graphics needs, the Core i7-8809G is the appropriate selection. The Xeon wins the performance comparison outright, but the Core i7 wins the integration comparison. The database records no scenario where the Core i7 outperforms the Xeon in compute benchmarks, making the Xeon the superior processor for pure processing tasks.