Intel Core i7-8700 vs Intel Xeon E-2276G

The Intel Core i7-8700 is an 8th generation desktop processor for the mainstream and gaming market. The Intel Xeon E-2276G is a workstation and entry-level server processor, optimized for professional applications with high reliability and ECC memory support.

Both CPUs are based on the 14 nm Coffee Lake S architecture with 6 cores and 12 threads, support PCIe 3.0, and offer 12 MB of Level 3 Cache and 43 GB/s maximum memory bandwidth. The Intel Core i7-8700 includes Intel UHD Graphics 630, while the Intel Xeon E-2276G includes Intel UHD Graphics P630.

In benchmarks, the Intel Xeon E-2276G shows over 10 percent higher single-core and multi-core performance than the Intel Core i7-8700. This also leads to slightly better performance in gaming scenarios, although a dedicated graphics card is necessary for demanding gaming with both. The Intel Core i7-8700 has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Intel Xeon E-2276G has a higher TDP of 80 watts, which underlines its more robust design for workstations.

Historically, the Intel Core i7-8700 offered a better price-performance ratio for general desktop use. The Intel Xeon E-2276G justifies its higher price with professional features and higher raw performance. For the standard desktop user and gamer, the Intel Core i7-8700 is a balanced choice.

The Intel Xeon E-2276G is the superior option for professional workstations requiring reliability and peak performance for specialized software.