Xeon Gold 6128 vs Core i7-8700K

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

12887

Passmark Score

13572

Performance Difference

Core i7-8700K is 5.3% faster than Xeon Gold 6128

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Core i7-8700K performs 5.3% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Xeon Gold 6128 and Core i7-8700K.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Xeon Gold 6128 and Core i7-8700K

Intel

Xeon Gold 6128

The Xeon Gold 6128 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 25 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 19.25 MB. L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 115 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 12,887 points. Launch price was $1,697.

General Information

Type:server
Series:Intel Xeon Gold
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$1,697
Release Date:25 April 2017 (8 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Skylake (server) (2017−2018)
Performance Ranking Position:1150

Technical Specifications

Cores:6
Threads:12
L1 Cache:384 kB
L2 Cache:6 MB
L3 Cache:19.25 MB
Max Frequency:3.7 GHz
Multiplicador:34
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.4 GHz
Type De Autocarro:DMI 3.0
Process Technology:14 nm
Max Core Temperature:74 °C
Velocidade Dos Pneus:4 × 8 GT/s
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:LGA3647
Power Consumption (TDP):115 Watt
Max Processors In Config:4 (Multiprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4-2666
Memory Channels:6
Memory Bandwidth:128.001 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:768 GB
Intel

Core i7-8700K

The Core i7-8700K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 5 October 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 12288 kB. L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 13,572 points. Launch price was $359.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:Intel Core i7
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$359
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:5 October 2017 (8 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Coffee Lake-S (2017−2018)
Performance Ranking Position:1099

Technical Specifications

Cores:6
Threads:12
Die Size:149 mm2
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:256K (per core)
L3 Cache:12288 kB
Max Frequency:4.7 GHz
Multiplicador:37
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.7 GHz
Type De Autocarro:DMI 3.0
Process Technology:14 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Core Temperature:100 °C
Velocidade Dos Pneus:4 × 8 GT/s
Max Case Temperature (TCase):72 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:LGA1151
Power Consumption (TDP):95 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1 (Uniprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR3, DDR4
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:42.671 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:128 GB

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