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Core i7-4980HQ vs Xeon Gold 6448H
The Core i7-4980HQ is quite a bit slower than the Xeon Gold 6448H on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core i7-4980HQ has a 17% higher base clock.
Intel BGA 1364
Sockethelp
LGA4677Crystalwell
Codenamehelp
Sapphire RapidsMobile
Segmenthelp
Server/WorkstationIntel HD 5200
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics1600 MHz (DDR3)
RAMhelp
4800 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i7-4980HQ or Xeon Gold 6448H?expand_more
The Xeon Gold 6448H. It's 138% faster than the Core i7-4980HQ on average across 100+ games, scoring 69/100 vs 29/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Xeon Gold 6448H than Core i7-4980HQ?expand_more
138% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core i7-4980HQ or Xeon Gold 6448H?expand_more
The Xeon Gold 6448H is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Xeon Gold 6448H worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 69/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i7-4980HQ and Xeon Gold 6448H?expand_more
Performance: Core i7-4980HQ scores 29/100, Xeon Gold 6448H scores 69/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i7-4980HQ or Xeon Gold 6448H bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core i7-4980HQ or Xeon Gold 6448H?expand_more
The Xeon Gold 6448H is the stronger pick at 69/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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