Intel Xeon D-1712TR vs Intel Xeon E-2124G Comparison

The Verdict

The recorded data presents a clear and consistent picture: the Intel Xeon D-1712TR outperforms the Intel Xeon E-2124G across every single benchmark in the comparison set. The D-1712TR wins all six head-to-head tests, with a uniform advantage of approximately 12% in each discipline. For workloads that rely on raw compute throughput, whether single-threaded or multi-threaded, the D-1712TR is the superior choice based on these measurements.

The E-2124G retains relevance in a narrower context. Its data shows a 45th percentile ranking among all CPUs, identical to the D-1712TR, and its average benchmark score of 2034 sits just 1.5% above the D-1712TR's 2004. This near-parity in aggregate scoring, despite the D-1712TR winning every direct comparison, suggests the E-2124G's profile is competitive in mixed workloads, but the head-to-head data leaves no ambiguity: the D-1712TR is faster in every measured test.

The decision hinges on platform requirements rather than raw performance. The E-2124G uses the Intel Socket 1151 with a 71 TDP, while the D-1712TR uses the Intel BGA 2227 with a 40 TDP. The D-1712TR is actively produced, whereas the E-2124G is end-of-life. For new deployments with flexible motherboard requirements, the D-1712TR offers both higher performance and an active production status. The E-2124G should only be considered when the Socket 1151 form factor or its specific integrated graphics are essential to the build.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the D-1712TR wins every single head-to-head test. There are no categories where the E-2124G takes the lead. The D-1712TR's advantages span both single-core and multi-core workloads, indicating a broadly stronger processor rather than a specialist in one area.

The single-core results show the D-1712TR ahead by 12.2% in Cinebench R15, 12% in R20, and 12.1% in R23. These consistent margins across three generations of the Cinebench suite suggest a fundamental clock-for-clock or architectural advantage, not a test-specific anomaly. The multi-core results mirror this pattern: 12.2% in R15, 12.1% in R20, and 12.1% in R23.

The E-2124G's only defensible "win" is contextual, not performance-based. It features integrated HD Graphics P630, while the D-1712TR has no integrated graphics. For systems that require a display output without a discrete GPU, the E-2124G holds a functional edge. Additionally, the E-2124G's 3.40 GHz base clock and 4.50 GHz boost clock are numerically higher than the D-1712TR's 2000 MHz base and 3.10 GHz boost, but these clock figures do not translate into benchmark victories. The recorded scores show the D-1712TR's lower clocks deliver higher performance, likely due to its 8 threads versus 4 threads and its newer 10 nm Ice Lake architecture.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural generations and manufacturing nodes. The E-2124G is built on Coffee Lake-S WS, a 14 nm process from Intel, with a die size of 126 mm². The D-1712TR uses Ice Lake-D, fabricated on Intel's 10 nm node. This node difference likely contributes to the D-1712TR's efficiency profile, as reflected in its 40 TDP compared to the E-2124G's 71 TDP, despite the D-1712TR delivering higher benchmark scores.

Core and thread counts differ meaningfully. The E-2124G has 4 cores and 4 threads, while the D-1712TR also has 4 cores but doubles the thread count to 8 through simultaneous multithreading. This explains the multi-core performance gap: the D-1712TR can process more threads in parallel, which is particularly relevant for server and workstation workloads that scale with thread count.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The E-2124G provides 64 KB L1 per core, 256 KB L2 per core, and 8 MB shared L3. The D-1712TR offers 80 KB L1 per core, a substantially larger 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 10 MB shared L3. The larger per-core L2 cache in the D-1712TR likely reduces memory latency for frequently accessed data, contributing to its single-core advantage.

Memory support shows a split as well. Both support DDR4 and ECC memory, but the E-2124G uses a dual-channel bus with 42.7 GB/s bandwidth, while the D-1712TR uses a triple-channel bus with 57.6 GB/s bandwidth. The D-1712TR's higher memory bandwidth is a 35% advantage, which can benefit memory-intensive server workloads. PCIe capabilities differ too: the E-2124G offers Gen 3 with 16 lanes, while the D-1712TR offers Gen 4 with 16 lanes, doubling the per-lane bandwidth available for expansion devices.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher single-core score?

A: The Intel Xeon D-1712TR is faster in single-core tests across all three Cinebench versions. It scores 98 versus 86 in Cinebench R15, 410 versus 361 in R20, and 978 versus 860 in R23, representing a consistent 12% advantage.

Q: How do the multi-core scores compare?

A: The D-1712TR wins all multi-core tests. It scores 698 versus 613 in Cinebench R15, 2911 versus 2558 in R20, and 6931 versus 6092 in R23. The margin is approximately 12% in each case.

Q: Is the E-2124G more power-efficient?

A: No. The E-2124G has a 71 TDP, while the D-1712TR has a 40 TDP. The D-1712TR consumes less power according to its thermal design power rating while delivering higher performance.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both support ECC memory. However, the E-2124G uses dual-channel DDR4 with 42.7 GB/s bandwidth, while the D-1712TR uses triple-channel DDR4 with 57.6 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Which processor has integrated graphics?

A: The E-2124G includes HD Graphics P630. The D-1712TR has no integrated graphics, so it requires a discrete GPU for display output.

Q: Are both processors currently in production?

A: No. The D-1712TR is marked as Active in production status. The E-2124G is End-of-life, meaning it is no longer actively produced.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data shows a uniform 12% victory margin for the D-1712TR across all six tests. Starting with Cinebench R15, the D-1712TR scores 698 while the E-2124G scores 613, a 12.2% difference. The single-core variant of R15 shows 98 versus 86, also a 12.2% gap. These are the largest relative margins in the set, tied with the R20 single-core result.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the multi-core test shows 2911 for the D-1712TR versus 2558 for the E-2124G, a 12.1% delta. The single-core R20 shows 410 versus 361, a 12% difference, the narrowest relative margin in the entire comparison. This near-constant delta across all tests indicates a systematic performance advantage rather than a workload-specific strength.

Cinebench R23 confirms the pattern. The multi-core score is 6931 for the D-1712TR against 6092 for the E-2124G, a 12.1% difference. The single-core score is 978 versus 860, also 12.1% apart. The consistency is remarkable: every test lands between 12% and 12.2% in favor of the D-1712TR.

The E-2124G does have a higher average benchmark score of 2034 compared to the D-1712TR's 2004, but this aggregate figure includes Geekbench results that are not present in the D-1712TR's data set. The E-2124G's Geekbench scores are 4263 multi-core and 1438 single-core. Without corresponding Geekbench results for the D-1712TR, the head-to-head comparison relies on the six Cinebench tests, where the D-1712TR is the clear winner.

The percentile rankings are identical: both sit at the 45th percentile among all CPUs. This parity in relative standing, combined with the D-1712TR's consistent head-to-head victories, suggests the E-2124G's higher average score is driven by its Geekbench performance, which may not translate to the rendering and compute workloads that Cinebench represents.

Specification Differences

The two processors diverge on nearly every specification field. The E-2124G belongs to the Xeon E-2100 series, while the D-1712TR has no series designation in the database. The E-2124G uses the Coffee Lake architecture with the Coffee Lake-S WS codename, while the D-1712TR uses Ice Lake with the Ice Lake-D codename. The process node differs: 14 nm for the E-2124G versus 10 nm for the D-1712TR.

Clock speeds show a surprising inversion. The E-2124G has a 3.40 GHz base clock and a 4.50 GHz boost clock. The D-1712TR has a 2000 MHz base clock and a 3.10 GHz boost clock. Despite substantially lower clock figures, the D-1712TR wins all benchmarks, highlighting the impact of its 8 threads and newer architecture.

Thermal design power favors the D-1712TR at 40 watts versus the E-2124G's 71 watts. Socket compatibility is entirely different: the E-2124G uses Intel Socket 1151, while the D-1712TR uses Intel BGA 2227, which means they are not interchangeable in any system.

Cache configurations differ in size and organization. The E-2124G has 64 KB L1 per core, 256 KB L2 per core, and 8 MB shared L3. The D-1712TR has 80 KB L1 per core, 1.25 MB L2 per core, and 10 MB shared L3. The D-1712TR's L2 cache is nearly five times larger per core.

Memory channels and bandwidth differ significantly. The E-2124G uses dual-channel DDR4 with 42.7 GB/s, while the D-1712TR uses triple-channel DDR4 with 57.6 GB/s. PCIe generation also differs: Gen 3 for the E-2124G versus Gen 4 for the D-1712TR, both with 16 lanes. The E-2124G has integrated HD Graphics P630, while the D-1712TR has none. Release dates are 2018-07-11 for the E-2124G and 2022-02-23 for the D-1712TR. The E-2124G is end-of-life with a launch MSRP of $218, while the D-1712TR is active with a launch MSRP of $263.