Intel Core i7-9800X vs Intel Xeon D-2738

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Intel Core i7-9800X or Intel Core i7-9800X – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core i7-9800X features 8 processor cores and has the capability to manage 16 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q4/2018 and belongs to the 9 generation of the Intel Core i7 series.
To use the Intel Core i7-9800X, you'll need a motherboard with a LGA 2066 socket.
The Intel Xeon D-2738 features 8 processor cores and has the capability to manage 16 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2022 and belongs to the 4 generation of the Intel Xeon D series.
To use the Intel Xeon D-2738, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA 2579 socket.
9 Generation 4
Intel Core i7 Family Intel Xeon D
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
Intel Core i7-9800X Name Intel Xeon D-2738
Intel Core i 9000X Group Intel Xeon D-2700
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i7-9800X has 8 CPU cores and can calculate 16 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i7-9800X is 3.8 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 4.5 GHz.
The number of CPU cores greatly affects the speed of the processor and is an important performance indicator.
The Intel Xeon D-2738 has 8 CPU cores and can calculate 16 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Xeon D-2738 is 2.5 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.5 GHz.
16 Threads 16
normal Core architecture normal
3.8 GHz Frequency 2.5 GHz
Yes Overclocking No
4.2 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) 3.3 GHz
8x Cores 8x Sunny Cove
4.5 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 3.5 GHz
8 CPU Cores 8
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i7-9800X does not have integrated graphics.
The Intel Xeon D-2738 does not have integrated graphics.
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0 bytes Max. GPU Memory 0 bytes
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
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Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 128.0 GB distributed across 4 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 85.4 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 1.0 TB distributed across 4 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 93.8 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
pci PCIe pci
128.0 GB Max. Memory 1.0 TB
DDR4-2666 Memory type DDR4-2933
Yes AES-NI Yes
No ECC Yes
85.4 GB/s Bandwidth 93.8 GB/s
4 Memory channels 4
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 165 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 88 W watts.
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165 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 88 W
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i7-9800X is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 16.5 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Xeon D-2738 is manufactured using a 10 nm process.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 Operating systems Windows 10, Linux
14 nm Technology 10 nm
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
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-- Release price 713 $
LGA 2066 Socket BGA 2579
Q4/2018 Release date Q1/2022
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX-512 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, AVX-512
Skylake X Refresh Architecture Ice Lake
16.5 MB L3-Cache 0 bytes
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
0 bytes L2-Cache 15.0 MB