Intel Xeon E-2174G vs Intel Xeon E-2244G Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark results for these two processors are remarkably close, but the data reveals a clear split depending on the workload. The Intel Xeon E-2244G takes the majority of wins, securing 6 out of 8 head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Xeon E-2174G claims victory in 2 tests. However, the margins of victory tell a more nuanced story than the raw win count.

Across all Cinebench tests, the E-2244G consistently edges out the E-2174G by a narrow margin. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the E-2244G scores 818 against 815 for the E-2174G, a delta of -0.4%. The single-core R15 test shows a similar pattern: 115 versus 114, with a delta of -0.9%. This trend continues in Cinebench R20, where the multi-core scores are 3412 for the E-2244G and 3398 for the E-2174G, and in the single-core test, 481 versus 479. Both results show a delta of -0.4%. The most significant Cinebench margin is in R23 single-core, where the E-2244G scores 1147 versus 1142, a delta of -0.4%. The R23 multi-core test shows 8126 versus 8091, also with a delta of -0.4%.

The Geekbench results paint a completely different picture. Here, the E-2174G is the clear winner, and by substantial margins. In Geekbench multi-core, the E-2174G scores 5104, while the E-2244G manages only 4712. This gives the E-2174G an 8.3% advantage. The single-core Geekbench test is even more decisive: the E-2174G scores 1559 against 1408 for the E-2244G, a lead of 10.7%. These are not small differences; they represent a significant performance advantage for the older chip in this specific benchmark suite.

When looking at the average benchmark score, the E-2174G holds a slight edge with an average of 2588, compared to 2527 for the E-2244G. The E-2174G’s nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon E5-4620 v3 with an average score of 2587 (a delta of 0%), the AMD Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE at 2596 (a delta of -0.3%), and the AMD Ryzen 9 4900HS at 2573 (a delta of 0.6%). The E-2244G’s closest competitor is the Intel Core i3-10325 with an average score of 2530 (a delta of -0.1%), followed by the Intel Xeon E-2144G at 2514 (a delta of 0.5%). Both processors sit at the 49th percentile among all CPUs, indicating they are in the middle of the performance pack.

The key takeaway from the head-to-head data is that the E-2244G is consistently slightly faster in Cinebench workloads, which are typically compute-intensive rendering tasks. Meanwhile, the E-2174G shows a decisive advantage in Geekbench, which often reflects different aspects of system performance. The performance delta in Cinebench is negligible for most users, but the double-digit percentage lead in Geekbench single-core is significant.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share a remarkable number of architectural traits, which explains their similar benchmark results. Both are built on the Coffee Lake architecture, specifically the Coffee Lake-S WS codename, and belong to the Xeon E (Coffee Lake) generation. Intel manufactures both on a 14 nm process node, and the die size is identical at 126 mm².

The core configuration is also the same: 4 cores and 8 threads. The base clock is identical at 3.80 GHz for both. The boost clock is where the first difference appears: the E-2244G has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, while the E-2174G is slightly lower at 4.70 GHz. This 100 MHz difference in boost clock likely contributes to the E-2244G’s slight edge in Cinebench tests.

Cache hierarchies are exactly the same. Both have 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 256 KB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support is also identical: DDR4 with a dual-channel bus and a memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. Both support ECC memory, which is a key feature for server and workstation reliability. The PCIe implementation is the same: Gen 3 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Integrated graphics are the HD Graphics P630 in both cases, and neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

The most notable differences are in the series and release timeline. The E-2174G belongs to the Xeon E-2100 series and was released on 2018-07-11, while the E-2244G belongs to the Xeon E-2200 series and was released on 2019-05-28. Despite the newer release date, the E-2244G is not a fundamentally different chip; it appears to be a refined version of the same design with a marginal clock speed bump. Both share the same socket, Intel Socket 1151, and both are marked as end-of-life.

The part numbers differ, with the E-2174G labeled as SR3WN and the E-2244G as SRFAY. The market segment for both is Server/Workstation, and the TDP is identical at 71 watts. The data shows two processors that are architecturally near-identical, with the E-2244G offering a slightly higher boost clock as its primary differentiation.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2244G has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, which is 100 MHz higher than the Intel Xeon E-2174G’s 4.70 GHz.

Q: How do the two processors compare in Cinebench R23 multi-core performance?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2244G scores 8126, while the Intel Xeon E-2174G scores 8091. The E-2244G leads by a delta of -0.4%, which is a very small margin.

Q: In which benchmark does the Intel Xeon E-2174G show its largest advantage?

A: The E-2174G shows its largest advantage in Geekbench single-core, where it scores 1559 against 1408 for the E-2244G, a lead of 10.7%.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both the Intel Xeon E-2174G and the Intel Xeon E-2244G support ECC memory.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The Intel Xeon E-2174G has an average benchmark score of 2588, while the Intel Xeon E-2244G has an average score of 2527.

Q: Are these processors built on the same manufacturing process?

A: Yes, both are built on the 14 nm process node by Intel, and both have a die size of 126 mm².

The Verdict

The decision between these two processors depends entirely on the workload profile. For users running Cinebench-style rendering tasks, the Intel Xeon E-2244G is the consistent, if marginal, winner. It wins all six Cinebench comparisons, but the largest delta is -0.9% in R15 single-core. This is a negligible difference in real-world rendering performance. The E-2244G’s higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz is the likely cause of this consistent edge.

For users whose workloads are better represented by Geekbench, the Intel Xeon E-2174G is the clear choice. Its 8.3% lead in multi-core and 10.7% lead in single-core are substantial and would be noticeable in daily use. This is a surprising result given the E-2174G is the older part, but the data is unambiguous.

The average benchmark score favors the E-2174G, 2588 versus 2527, which is a 2.4% difference. When considering the nearest rivals, the E-2174G sits alongside the Intel Xeon E5-4620 v3, which matches its average score exactly. The E-2244G sits close to the Intel Core i3-10325, which is only -0.1% behind. Neither processor is near the top of the performance charts, as both sit at the 49th percentile of all CPUs.

In a server or workstation context, where ECC memory support is often mandatory, both chips qualify. The choice then comes down to the benchmark suite that best matches the intended use case. The data suggests that for general productivity and mixed workloads, the E-2174G’s Geekbench advantage makes it the more versatile option. For purely compute-bound rendering tasks, the E-2244G offers a slight edge. The E-2174G has 2 wins to the E-2244G’s 6, but the magnitude of those wins on the Geekbench side outweighs the narrow Cinebench margins.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the two processors. All other recorded specifications are identical.

• Series: Intel Xeon E-2100 series (E-2174G) versus Intel Xeon E-2200 series (E-2244G)
• Boost Clock: 4.70 GHz (E-2174G) versus 4.80 GHz (E-2244G)
• Release Date: 2018-07-11 (E-2174G) versus 2019-05-28 (E-2244G)
• Launch MSRP: The E-2174G has a launch MSRP of $334, while the E-2244G has a launch MSRP of $272.
• Part Number: SR3WN (E-2174G) versus SRFAY (E-2244G)
• Average Benchmark Score: 2588 (E-2174G) versus 2527 (E-2244G)
• Geekbench Multi-Core Score: 5104 (E-2174G) versus 4712 (E-2244G)
• Geekbench Single-Core Score: 1559 (E-2174G) versus 1408 (E-2244G)
• Cinebench R15 Multi-Core Score: 815 (E-2174G) versus 818 (E-2244G)
• Cinebench R15 Single-Core Score: 114 (E-2174G) versus 115 (E-2244G)
• Cinebench R20 Multi-Core Score: 3398 (E-2174G) versus 3412 (E-2244G)
• Cinebench R20 Single-Core Score: 479 (E-2174G) versus 481 (E-2244G)
• Cinebench R23 Multi-Core Score: 8091 (E-2174G) versus 8126 (E-2244G)
• Cinebench R23 Single-Core Score: 1142 (E-2174G) versus 1147 (E-2244G)