Intel Xeon D-1715TER vs Intel Xeon E-2134 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a clean sweep. The Intel Xeon E-2134 wins all six recorded Cinebench comparisons, but the margins are consistently narrow. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the E-2134 scores 808 against 779 for the D-1715TER, a 3.7% advantage. Single-core R15 shows a similar story: 114 versus 109, a 4.6% gap, the largest relative margin in the entire comparison.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the pattern holds. The E-2134 posts 3367 in multi-core, edging out the D-1715TER's 3249 by 3.6%. In single-core R20, the spread is 475 against 458, again a 3.7% difference. The newer R23 workload reinforces the trend: the E-2134 reaches 8018 multi-core and 1132 single-core, while the D-1715TER manages 7738 and 1092 respectively. Both R23 deltas sit at 3.6% and 3.7%.

What is striking is the consistency. Every benchmark, regardless of generation or workload type, lands within a 3.6% to 4.6% window. This suggests the performance gap is structural rather than workload-dependent. The E-2134's higher base clock of 3.50 GHz and boost clock of 4.50 GHz, compared to 2.40 GHz and 3.50 GHz on the D-1715TER, likely explain the uniform advantage. The D-1715TER never closes the gap even in multi-threaded tests, despite having the same core and thread count, which points to clock speed being the dominant factor.

The average benchmark scores in the database tell a complementary story. The E-2134 averages 2319 across its benchmark suite, placing it in the 48th percentile of all CPUs. The D-1715TER averages 2238, sitting at the 47th percentile. The E-2134's nearest rival by average score is the AMD Ryzen 7 2700 at 2320, a negligible 0.1% difference. The D-1715TER's closest competitor is the Intel Xeon D-1548 at 2231, just 0.3% behind. These percentile positions are nearly identical, reinforcing that both processors occupy a similar performance tier, with the E-2134 holding a slight but consistent edge.

The Verdict

From the recorded data alone, the Intel Xeon E-2134 is the faster processor in every measured scenario. It wins all six head-to-head benchmarks, and its average score of 2319 exceeds the D-1715TER's 2238 by roughly 3.6%. For workloads that rely on Cinebench-style rendering performance, the E-2134 is the clear choice.

However, the verdict is not solely about speed. The D-1715TER is an active production part, whereas the E-2134 is end-of-life. The D-1715TER also draws less power, with a 50 W TDP against 71 W for the E-2134. It supports triple-channel memory with 64.0 GB/s bandwidth, while the E-2134 is limited to dual-channel at 42.7 GB/s. The D-1715TER offers PCIe Gen 4 with 16 lanes, while the E-2134 is limited to PCIe Gen 3 with the same lane count.

For a new server or workstation deployment, the D-1715TER's active status, newer architecture, and lower power envelope may outweigh a 3.6% benchmark deficit. For a drop-in replacement or a system where the E-2134's socket and integrated graphics are already accounted for, the E-2134 delivers more compute per core. The data shows two processors in the same performance class, but the D-1715TER is the more future-proof acquisition, while the E-2134 is the stronger performer in raw Cinebench terms.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural generations and process nodes. The E-2134 is built on Coffee Lake, specifically the Coffee Lake-S WS variant, using a 14 nm process from Intel. Its die size is recorded at 126 mm². The D-1715TER uses the Ice Lake-D architecture on a 10 nm process, also from Intel, with no die size recorded in the database.

Cache layouts diverge significantly. The E-2134 provides 64 KB of L1 per core and 256 KB of L2 per core, with 8 MB of shared L3. The D-1715TER offers a larger 80 KB of L1 per core and a substantially larger 1.25 MB of L2 per core, with 10 MB of shared L3. This gives the D-1715TER a clear cache capacity advantage, which may benefit certain workloads even though its clock speeds are lower.

Memory support also differs. Both support DDR4, but the E-2134 uses a dual-channel memory bus with 42.7 GB/s bandwidth, while the D-1715TER uses a triple-channel bus with 64.0 GB/s bandwidth. Both support ECC memory. PCIe connectivity is a generation apart: the E-2134 provides Gen 3 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the D-1715TER provides Gen 4 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

The E-2134 includes integrated graphics in the form of UHD Graphics P630, while the D-1715TER has no integrated graphics recorded. The sockets are entirely different: the E-2134 uses Intel Socket 1151, and the D-1715TER uses Intel BGA 2227. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The E-2134 was released in July 2018 with a launch MSRP of $256, while the D-1715TER arrived in February 2022 with no launch MSRP recorded. Neither process node nor cache hierarchy translates directly into the observed benchmark results; the E-2134's clock advantage appears to outweigh the D-1715TER's architectural improvements.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in single-core workloads?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2134 wins every single-core benchmark. In Cinebench R15 single-core, it scores 114 against 109, a 4.6% advantage. In R20, it scores 475 against 458, and in R23, 1132 against 1092, both around 3.7% ahead.

Q: Does the D-1715TER win any benchmark?

A: No. The recorded data shows the E-2134 winning all six head-to-head comparisons. The D-1715TER's best result is a 3.6% deficit in Cinebench R20 multi-core, where it scores 3249 versus 3367.

Q: How does the E-2134 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The E-2134's average score is 2319, which is 0.1% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 2700 (2320) and 0.5% ahead of the Intel Core i7-8809G (2307). It is also 0.7% ahead of the Intel Core i5-10400H (2303) and 1.2% behind the Intel Xeon E3-1285 v6 (2348).

Q: How does the D-1715TER compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The D-1715TER's average score is 2238, which is 0.3% ahead of the Intel Xeon D-1548 (2231) and 0.5% ahead of the Intel Xeon E5-4648 v3 (2227). It trails the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 1500 (2246) by 0.3% and the Intel Core i7-10710U (2248) by 0.5%.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the E-2134 and the D-1715TER support ECC memory. However, the E-2134 uses a dual-channel bus with 42.7 GB/s bandwidth, while the D-1715TER uses a triple-channel bus with 64.0 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What is the production status of each processor?

A: The E-2134 is listed as end-of-life, while the D-1715TER is listed as active. This means the D-1715TER is currently in production, whereas the E-2134 has been discontinued.

Where Each One Wins

The E-2134 wins in every measured Cinebench workload. Its clock speed advantage, with a 3.50 GHz base and 4.50 GHz boost, gives it a consistent edge in both single-threaded and multi-threaded rendering tests. For users who prioritize raw compute throughput in Cinebench-style applications, the E-2134 is the better performer, despite being an older part.

The D-1715TER wins in architectural features that the benchmarks do not capture. Its 10 nm process node, larger L2 and L3 caches, triple-channel memory with 64.0 GB/s bandwidth, and PCIe Gen 4 support make it a more modern platform. It also consumes less power, with a 50 W TDP versus 71 W for the E-2134. For dense server deployments, edge computing, or systems where memory bandwidth and PCIe generation matter more than a 3.6% Cinebench margin, the D-1715TER is the logical pick.

The E-2134 also includes integrated graphics, which the D-1715TER lacks. This could be decisive for systems that require a display output without a discrete GPU. However, the E-2134's end-of-life status and older socket may limit its appeal for new builds. The data suggests a trade-off: the E-2134 offers the higher benchmark scores, while the D-1715TER offers the better platform longevity and lower power footprint.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Xeon E-2134 | Intel Xeon D-1715TER |

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

| Base Clock | 3.50 GHz | 2.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 3.50 GHz |

| TDP | 71 W | 50 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1151 | Intel BGA 2227 |

| Architecture | Coffee Lake | Ice Lake |

| Codename | Coffee Lake-S WS | Ice Lake-D |

| Process Node | 14 nm | 10 nm |

| Die Size | 126 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 256 KB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 8 MB (shared) | 10 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Triple-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 42.7 GB/s | 64.0 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics P630 | None |

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

| Release Date | 2018-07-11 | 2022-02-23 |

| Launch MSRP | $256 | Not recorded |

| Part Number | SR3WP | SRLBX |

Both processors share the same core count (4), thread count (8), manufacturer (Intel), memory type (DDR4), ECC support, and market segment (Server/Workstation). Neither has an unlocked multiplier. The benchmark results show no overlap in wins, but the specification table reveals why the E-2134 leads in compute: its clocks are substantially higher, while the D-1715TER counters with a newer process, larger caches, and faster memory and I/O infrastructure.