Intel Xeon Processors Based Workstation Computers
There is no doubt that for professional computing applications Intel's Xeon processors represent the pinnacle of performance. As fast and capable as mainstream i5 and enthusiast i7 CPUs have become, they cannot hold a candle to the latest Xeons. Xeon processors support error correcting memory, which is crucial to prevent certain types of crashes and to ensure the calculation integrity of serious professional work in field like engineering and simulation. Xeon CPUs also generally pack more cores per CPU and support having more than one CPU on a single-motherboard. Simply put, the fastest possible workstation machines you can buy today all run on Xeon hardware.
More cores does generally mean lower clock speeds and if your intention is to build a computer meant for gaming or that predominantly needs GPU power, but is not highly threaded, then an i7 or even i5 may be better suited to that task. If on the other hand you want a reliable server or fast and precise professional workstation then look no further than a Xeon-based system.
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