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Overview

The Xeon W-2140B is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 11 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 17,319 points. Launch price was $800.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-2140B

#44

Xeon E5-2470 v2

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $50

122%

#45

Xeon X3470

MSRP: $589|Avg: $16

119%

#46

Xeon X5670

MSRP: $67|Avg: $30

117%

#47

Xeon E5-2428L

MSRP: $692|Avg: $42

116%

#48

Xeon Gold 6414U

MSRP: $2296|Avg: $283

116%

#49

Xeon E5-4648 V3

MSRP: $169|Avg: $45

115%

#50

Xeon Silver 4108

MSRP: $417|Avg: $46

114%

#51

Xeon E5-2687W v2

MSRP: $2112|Avg: $62

113%

#52

Xeon W3520

MSRP: $284|Avg: $15

112%

#53

Xeon E5-2690 v3

MSRP: $2090|Avg: $85

108%

#54

Xeon E3-1225 v3

MSRP: $224|Avg: $29

105%

#55

Ryzen 5 PRO 1500

MSRP: $189|Avg: $50

104%

#56

Xeon E5-4617

MSRP: $90|Avg: $35

103%

#57

Xeon E5-2697A v4

MSRP: $2891|Avg: $121

102%

#58

Xeon 6710E

MSRP: $1565|Avg: $344

102%

#59

Xeon W-2140B

MSRP: $294|Avg: $99

100%

#60

Xeon X3440

MSRP: $215|Avg: $16

99%

#61

Xeon E5-2689 v4

MSRP: $2723|Avg: $100

98%

#62

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX

MSRP: $1337|Avg: $368

97%

#63

Xeon E3-1280 v3

MSRP: $250|Avg: $44

94%

#64

Xeon Platinum 8571N

MSRP: $599|Avg: $418

94%

#65

Xeon Gold 6438Y+

MSRP: $2607|Avg: $389

92%

#66

Xeon E5-1650 v2

MSRP: $583|Avg: $60

89%

#67

EPYC 7513

MSRP: $2840|Avg: $389

88%

#68

EPYC 9454

MSRP: $5225|Avg: $576

87%

#69

Xeon Platinum 8160M

MSRP: $5000|Avg: $350

87%

#70

EPYC 7282

MSRP: $650|Avg: $199

87%

#71

Xeon E5-2670

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $60

85%

#72

Ryzen 5 PRO 7645

MSRP: $229|Avg: $192

82%

#73

Xeon E5-2687W

MSRP: $1885|Avg: $70

82%

#74

Xeon W-2155

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $150

79%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon W-2140B across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon W-2140B specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon W-2140B is a 8-core / 16-thread processor based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.2 GHz from a base frequency of 3.2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 11 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 1 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 64K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 17,319, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon W-2140B
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	8C / 16T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.2 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	3.2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Skylake (server) (2017−2018)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	11 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	1 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	64K (per core)
Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor	484 mm2
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	4 × 8 GT/s
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	No
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	17,319

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon W-2140B fits into the LGA2066 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2666 memory.

Specification	Xeon W-2140B
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SeriesProduct family	Intel Xeon W
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA2066
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-2666
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon W-2140B has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 120 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon W-2140B
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	120 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $99 (MSRP: $294), the Xeon W-2140B delivers 175 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #914 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon W-2140B
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$294
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$99
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$800
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#914
Release DateLaunch date	2015-01-01
Release Year	2017
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel