CPU Comparison

The Intel Xeon D-1712TR and Intel Xeon E-2276M are both server/workstation processors, but they approach the workload from opposite generational directions. The D-1712TR is a newer 10 nm Ice Lake-D part with a modest core count but a modern memory and PCIe subsystem, while the E-2276M is a 14 nm Coffee Lake-H part with more cores and higher clocks. Benchmark results show the D-1712TR taking a commanding lead across all tested Cinebench workloads despite its lower core count, due to its architectural efficiency and higher per-core throughput. The data shows a consistent pattern: the D-1712TR wins all six head-to-head comparisons, with deltas ranging from 28.1% to 28.9% in its favor.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Xeon D-1712TR has an average benchmark score of 2004, while the Intel Xeon E-2276M scores 1996. The difference is small, but the D-1712TR edges ahead by 8 points.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The Intel Xeon D-1712TR has 4 cores and 8 threads. The Intel Xeon E-2276M has 6 cores and 12 threads, giving it a 50% advantage in both core and thread counts.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2276M boosts to 4.70 GHz, which is significantly higher than the Intel Xeon D-1712TR’s 3.10 GHz boost clock. The E-2276M also has a higher base clock at 2.80 GHz versus 2.00 GHz.

Q: Which processor supports more memory channels?

A: The Intel Xeon D-1712TR supports triple-channel DDR4 memory with a bandwidth of 57.6 GB/s. The Intel Xeon E-2276M supports dual-channel DDR4 with a bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Xeon D-1712TR and the Intel Xeon E-2276M have ECC memory support, which is expected for their server/workstation market segment.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking among all CPUs?

A: The Intel Xeon D-1712TR ranks in the 45th percentile, while the Intel Xeon E-2276M ranks in the 44th percentile. The D-1712TR holds a one-percentile advantage.

Architecture Differences

The two processors represent distinct architectural generations from Intel. The Intel Xeon D-1712TR is built on the Ice Lake architecture (Ice Lake-D codename) using a 10 nm process node. In contrast, the Intel Xeon E-2276M uses the older Coffee Lake architecture (Coffee Lake-H codename) on a 14 nm process node. This process advantage partly explains the D-1712TR’s superior performance-per-clock, despite having fewer cores.

The memory subsystem also differs substantially. The D-1712TR features a triple-channel memory bus, yielding a theoretical bandwidth of 57.6 GB/s. The E-2276M uses a dual-channel bus with 42.7 GB/s bandwidth. This gives the D-1712TR a 34.9% bandwidth advantage, which is crucial for memory-intensive server workloads. The D-1712TR also supports PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the E-2276M is limited to PCIe Gen 3 with 16 lanes, halving the available interconnect bandwidth for expansion devices.

Cache hierarchies diverge as well. The D-1712TR allocates 80 KB of L1 and 1.25 MB of L2 per core, with a 10 MB shared L3. The E-2276M has smaller per-core allocations at 64 KB L1 and 256 KB L2, but a larger 12 MB shared L3. The E-2276M’s larger L3 may help with certain workloads, but the D-1712TR’s larger per-core L2 (5x more) reduces latency for frequently accessed data. The E-2276M has a die size of 154 mm², while the D-1712TR’s die size is not listed. The E-2276M also includes integrated UHD Graphics P630, whereas the D-1712TR has no integrated graphics.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Xeon D-1712TR outperforms the Intel Xeon E-2276M in every measured workload. The D-1712TR wins all six head-to-head Cinebench tests, with deltas of 28.1% to 28.9%. This is a substantial margin, especially considering the E-2276M has 50% more cores and threads. The D-1712TR’s architectural efficiency on the 10 nm node more than compensates for its core deficit.

Who should pick the Intel Xeon D-1712TR? Anyone prioritizing raw single-threaded and multi-threaded throughput in Cinebench workloads. Its higher memory bandwidth and PCIe Gen 4 support also make it a better fit for modern server applications that are sensitive to memory and I/O throughput. The D-1712TR is also the active production part, while the E-2276M is end-of-life.

Who should pick the Intel Xeon E-2276M? The data does not support choosing it for performance reasons, as it loses every benchmark. However, the E-2276M offers integrated graphics (UHD Graphics P630), which the D-1712TR lacks. If a system requires a display output without a discrete GPU, the E-2276M is the only option. Its larger 12 MB L3 cache might also benefit specific workloads, though this is not reflected in the Cinebench results. The E-2276M also has a higher boost clock (4.70 GHz vs 3.10 GHz), which could be relevant for lightly threaded tasks that are not captured by the tested benchmarks.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every core specification. The Intel Xeon D-1712TR has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the Intel Xeon E-2276M has 6 cores and 12 threads. Base clocks are 2.00 GHz for the D-1712TR and 2.80 GHz for the E-2276M; boost clocks are 3.10 GHz and 4.70 GHz respectively. Thermal design power (TDP) is 40 W for the D-1712TR and 45 W for the E-2276M.

The sockets are incompatible: the D-1712TR uses Intel BGA 2227, while the E-2276M uses Intel BGA 1440. The process nodes differ (10 nm vs 14 nm), as do the architectures (Ice Lake vs Coffee Lake). The D-1712TR has a triple-channel memory bus, versus dual-channel on the E-2276M. Memory bandwidth is 57.6 GB/s for the D-1712TR and 42.7 GB/s for the E-2276M. PCIe support is Gen 4 with 16 lanes on the D-1712TR, while the E-2276M uses Gen 3 with 16 lanes.

Cache configurations vary: the D-1712TR has 80 KB L1 and 1.25 MB L2 per core, with 10 MB shared L3. The E-2276M has 64 KB L1 and 256 KB L2 per core, with 12 MB shared L3. The D-1712TR has no integrated graphics, while the E-2276M includes UHD Graphics P630. Release dates are February 2022 for the D-1712TR and May 2019 for the E-2276M. The D-1712TR is Active in production, whereas the E-2276M is End-of-life. Launch MSRP is $263 for the D-1712TR and $450 for the E-2276M. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Xeon D-1712TR sweeps the entire benchmark suite. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the D-1712TR scores 698 against the E-2276M’s 544, a 28.3% advantage. The single-core R15 test shows a similar 28.9% delta (98 vs 76). This pattern persists in R20: multi-core scores are 2911 vs 2268 (28.4% delta), and single-core is 410 vs 320 (28.1% delta). The R23 results continue the trend with multi-core at 6931 vs 5400 (28.4% delta) and single-core at 978 vs 762 (28.3% delta).

The most striking finding is that the D-1712TR achieves these wins with only 4 cores, while the E-2276M has 6 cores. In the R23 multi-core test, the D-1712TR produces 28.4% more score per core (1732.75 vs 900 per core). This indicates that the D-1712TR’s Ice Lake cores are vastly more efficient than the E-2276M’s Coffee Lake cores. The single-core deltas are equally telling: the D-1712TR is 28.9% faster in R15 single-core, 28.1% in R20, and 28.3% in R23. This consistent ~28% gap suggests an architectural IPC advantage rather than a clock speed advantage, especially since the E-2276M has a much higher boost clock (4.70 GHz vs 3.10 GHz).

The E-2276M does have one advantage in the benchmark data: it has a Geekbench multi-core score of 5159 and single-core of 1440. However, the D-1712TR does not have Geekbench results listed, so a direct comparison is not possible. The head-to-head table only includes Cinebench tests, where the D-1712TR wins all 6 contests. The E-2276M’s higher clock speeds do not translate into Cinebench wins, underscoring the D-1712TR’s superior per-clock execution. For users running Cinebench or similar render workloads, the D-1712TR is the clear choice, delivering roughly 28% more performance across the board.