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Overview

The Xeon W-2175 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 October 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 14 cores and 28 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 19.25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400, DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 23,507 points. Launch price was $1,947.

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-2175

#68

EPYC 9454

MSRP: $5225|Avg: $576

117%

#69

Xeon Platinum 8160M

MSRP: $5000|Avg: $350

116%

#70

EPYC 7282

MSRP: $650|Avg: $199

116%

#71

Xeon E5-2670

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $60

114%

#72

Ryzen 5 PRO 7645

MSRP: $229|Avg: $192

110%

#73

Xeon E5-2687W

MSRP: $1885|Avg: $70

110%

#74

Xeon W-2155

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $150

106%

#75

Xeon E3-1240

MSRP: $273|Avg: $39

105%

#76

Xeon Gold 6150

MSRP: $3358|Avg: $196

103%

#77

Xeon E5-4627 v2

MSRP: $2061|Avg: $70

103%

#78

EPYC 7543

MSRP: $10257|Avg: $468

103%

#79

Xeon w7-3465X

MSRP: $2889|Avg: $468

103%

#80

Xeon E5-2623 v3

MSRP: $444|Avg: $50

102%

#81

Xeon E3-1280 v2

MSRP: $315|Avg: $50

101%

#82

Xeon E5-2675 V3

MSRP: $1800|Avg: $100

101%

#83

Xeon W-2175

MSRP: $1947|Avg: $180

100%

#84

Xeon E5-1620 v2

MSRP: $294|Avg: $50

100%

#85

EPYC 7F32

MSRP: $2100|Avg: $179

99%

#86

Xeon E5-4610

MSRP: $1219|Avg: $50

99%

#87

Opteron 6328

MSRP: $575|Avg: $42

97%

#88

EPYC 4465P

MSRP: $399|Avg: $399

96%

#89

Xeon W-2145

MSRP: $1113|Avg: $145

95%

#90

Xeon E7450

MSRP: $417|Avg: $80

95%

#91

Xeon E5-2660

MSRP: $1329|Avg: $65

95%

#92

Opteron 6344

MSRP: $415|Avg: $49

95%

#93

EPYC 7401

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $450

94%

#94

Xeon w9-3575X

MSRP: $3789|Avg: $675

94%

#95

Xeon W3580

MSRP: $294|Avg: $30

93%

#96

Xeon E5-4650

MSRP: $3616|Avg: $71

93%

#97

Xeon E5-4667 v3

MSRP: $128|Avg: $128

92%

#98

Xeon X3460

MSRP: $316|Avg: $25

91%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon W-2175 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon W-2175 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon W-2175 is a 14-core / 28-thread processor based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.3 GHz from a base frequency of 2.5 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 19.25 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 23,507, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon W-2175
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	14C / 28T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.3 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.5 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	19.25 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	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	23,507

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon W-2175 fits into the LGA2066 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400, DDR4-2666 memory.

Specification	Xeon W-2175
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	DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400, DDR4-2666
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1 (Uniprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon W-2175 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 140 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon W-2175
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	140 Watt

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $180 (MSRP: $1947), the Xeon W-2175 delivers 131 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #628 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon W-2175
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$1947
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$180
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$1,947
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#628
Release DateLaunch date	15 October 2017 (8 years ago)
Release Year	2017
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel