Xeon W-2125

Details and Benchmarks for Intel Xeon W-2125

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Xeon W-2125 based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

5,283 Rank: 630
Rank Name Score Visual
626 EPYC 7601 5,286
+0.1%
627 Core i7-7567U 5,285
+0%
628 Ryzen 5 PRO 3400G 5,284
+0%
629 Core i7-4770K 5,284
+0%
630 Xeon W-2125 5,283
631 Core i3-8100 5,283
+0%
632 Core i5-10500T 5,283
+0%
633 Xeon E5-1620 0 5,280
-0.1%
634 Ryzen 3 PRO 4350G 5,280
-0.1%
635 Core i3-7300T 5,279
-0.1%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Xeon W-2125 based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

4,814 Rank: 825
Rank Name Score Visual
821 Core i7-6700HQ 4,819
+0.1%
822 Core i5-7442EQ 4,819
+0.1%
823 Core i7-7820HQ 4,817
+0.1%
824 Core i7-3920XM 4,815
+0%
825 Xeon W-2125 4,814
826 Xeon E5-2609 v4 4,813
+-0%
827 Xeon E3-1275 V2 4,813
+-0%
828 Pentium G4400T 4,812
+-0%
829 Pentium G4400 4,812
+-0%
830 Core i7-2600K 4,812
+-0%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Xeon W-2125 based on single-threaded benchmark results.

5,595 Rank: 488
Rank Name Score Visual
484 Xeon Gold 6430 5,601
+0.1%
485 EPYC 7F52 5,599
+0.1%
486 Xeon E5-1650 v3 5,598
+0.1%
487 Xeon Gold 5315Y 5,598
+0.1%
488 Xeon W-2125 5,595
489 Xeon Gold 6126T 5,593
+-0%
490 Xeon E5-1650 v4 5,589
-0.1%
491 Xeon Gold 6246 5,588
-0.1%
492 Xeon Platinum 8351N 5,588
-0.1%
493 Core i3-7100 5,585
-0.2%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Xeon W-2125 based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

4,765 Rank: 565
Rank Name Score Visual
561 Core i5-8600T 4,772
+0.1%
562 Xeon E5-2670 4,768
+0.1%
563 Core i5-9400F 4,767
+0%
564 Xeon Gold 5222 4,766
+0%
565 Xeon W-2125 4,765
566 Core i5-9400 4,764
+-0%
567 Core i5-8500 4,764
+-0%
568 Xeon E3-1285L v4 4,764
+-0%
569 Core i5-10400T 4,763
+-0%
570 Core i5-1145G7E 4,761
-0.1%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Xeon W-2125 based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

4,775 Rank: 578
Rank Name Score Visual
574 Core i7-7700K 4,779
+0.1%
575 Xeon E-2126G 4,776
+0%
576 Core i5-8600 4,776
+0%
577 Core i5-9500F 4,775
+0%
578 Xeon W-2125 4,775
579 Core i7-9850HE 4,775
+0%
580 Xeon E3-1285 v6 4,774
+-0%
581 Xeon E-2234 4,774
+-0%
582 Ryzen 5 PRO 3400GE 4,772
-0.1%
583 Core i5-9500 4,772
-0.1%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Xeon W-2125 based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

4,880 Rank: 491
Rank Name Score Visual
487 Core i5-10600T 4,884
+0.1%
488 Core i5-9400F 4,881
+0%
489 Xeon E-2276M 4,880
+0%
490 Core i5-9500 4,880
+0%
491 Xeon W-2125 4,880
492 Ryzen Threadripper 1900X 4,880
+0%
493 Xeon Silver 4110 4,879
+-0%
494 Core Ultra 5 134U 4,875
-0.1%
495 Xeon D-1577 4,873
-0.1%
496 Core i5-8400 4,872
-0.2%

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Xeon W-2125 Details

The Intel Xeon W-2125 stands out for its strong single-core performance, ranking #488 in the single-core category with a score of 5595. This makes it a compelling choice for workloads that prioritize raw per-thread efficiency, such as content creation, CAD, and certain scientific simulations. While its multicore score of 4814 places it at #825, the gap between its single-core and multicore ranks suggests that its strength lies in individual core performance rather than parallel throughput.

Launched in August 2017 as part of Intel's Skylake-W architecture, the Xeon W-2125 is now a four-year-old processor, reflecting its position as a previous-generation workstation chip. Despite its age, it remains relevant in environments where high single-threaded performance and ECC memory support are critical. Built on a 14 nm process and packaged in the FCLGA-2066 socket, it is designed for the Basin Falls platform and is compatible with LGA-2066 motherboards.

The processor features four cores and eight threads thanks to Intel Hyper-Threading, operating at a base frequency of 4.0 GHz and boosting up to 4.5 GHz. It includes 8.25 MB of L3 cache and 4 MB of L2 cache, with 0.125 MB of L1 cache per core. It supports DDR4-2666 memory across a quad-channel memory bus, enabling a theoretical maximum bandwidth of 79.47 GB/s, though the measured memory bandwidth is 85.3 GB/s. With a TDP of 120 W, it requires robust cooling and is best suited for systems with adequate thermal design.

The Xeon W-2125 lacks integrated graphics, requiring a discrete GPU for display output. It supports a range of advanced technologies including AVX-512, AES-NI, Intel VT-x, VT-d, and ECC memory, making it ideal for virtualization and data integrity-sensitive applications. Its locked multiplier limits overclocking potential, but the inclusion of Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 ensures dynamic performance scaling under load.

In the broader context of workstation processors, the Xeon W-2125 holds a mid-tier position. It outperforms many older Xeon E3 and E5 models but trails behind modern high-end Xeons and Ryzen Threadripper PRO chips. Its single-core performance is competitive with some current-generation desktop CPUs, though its multicore performance is outpaced by newer processors with more cores and higher memory bandwidth. For users needing a reliable, ECC-enabled processor with strong single-threaded performance, the Xeon W-2125 remains a capable option despite its age.

As of March 2026, the Xeon W-2125 is best suited for legacy workstation environments, small-scale virtualization, or systems where compatibility with older software and hardware is essential. While it may not compete with today’s top-tier processors in overall throughput, its performance in single-threaded workloads and its enterprise-grade features ensure it still holds value in specific professional use cases.
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Intel Xeon W-2125

Main Specifications

Designer: Intel
Name: Xeon W-2125
Family: Xeon
Series: W-2000
Model Number: W-2125
Cores: 4
Threads: 8
Base Frequency: 4000 MHz
Turbo Frequency (1 core): 4500 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 40x (locked)
Microarchitecture: Skylake
Core Name: Skylake
Core Family: 6
Socket: Socket
Package: FCLGA-2066
Target Segment: Workstation
Max CPUs: 1
TDP: 120 W
Release Price: $444.00

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 256 KiB
L1 Instruction Cache: 128 KiB (8-way set associative)
L1 Data Cache: 128 KiB (8-way set associative)
L2 Cache: 4 MiB (16-way set associative)
L3 Cache: 8.25 MiB (11-way set associative)

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR4-2666
Memory Channels: 4
Maximum Memory: 512 GB
Maximum Bandwidth: 79.47 GB/s
ECC Support: Yes

PCI-Express Specifications

PCIe Revision: 3.0
PCIe Lanes: 48
PCIe Configuration: x16, x8, x4

Physical Specifications

Process: 14 nm
Die Area: 484 mm²
Manufacturer: Intel
Technology: CMOS
Word Size: 64-bit
ISA: x86-64 (x86)

CPU Features

MMX EMMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 ABM BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES RdRand ADX CLMUL F16C x86-16 x86-32 x86-64 Real Protected SMM FPU NX HT TBT 2.0 EIST SST TXT vPro VT-x VT-d EPT MPX Secure Key SMEP IPT AVX-512 AVX512F AVX512CD AVX512BW AVX512DQ AVX512VL TSX VMD AVX-512
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