Core i9-14900KS vs Xeon Platinum 8380
Core i9-14900KS
Xeon Platinum 8380
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core i9-14900KS
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8380
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i9-14900KS | Xeon Platinum 8380 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($670) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($965) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i9-14900KS | Xeon Platinum 8380 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+40%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($670) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($965) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i9-14900KS and Xeon Platinum 8380
Core i9-14900KS
The Core i9-14900KS is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Marchar 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.9 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 60,531 points. Launch price was $689.
Xeon Platinum 8380
The Xeon Platinum 8380 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2021-04-06. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 40 cores and 80 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 60 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 62,318 points. Launch price was $5,846.
Processing Power
The Core i9-14900KS packs 24 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon Platinum 8380 offers 40 cores / 80 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8380 has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.9 GHz on the Core i9-14900KS versus 3.4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8380 — a 53.8% clock advantage for the Core i9-14900KS (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Core i9-14900KS uses the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Xeon Platinum 8380 uses Ice Lake-SP (2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i9-14900KS scores 60,531 against the Xeon Platinum 8380's 62,318 — a 2.9% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8380. L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-14900KS vs 60 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8380.
| Feature | Core i9-14900KS | Xeon Platinum 8380 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 32 | 40 / 80+67% |
| Boost Clock | 5.9 GHz+74% | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+39% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total) | 60 MB (total)+67% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-30% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) | Ice Lake-SP (2021) |
| PassMark | 60,531 | 62,318+3% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 40,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i9-14900KS uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon Platinum 8380 uses LGA4189 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the Core i9-14900KS versus DDR4-3200 on the Xeon Platinum 8380 — the Core i9-14900KS supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8380 supports up to 6144 GB of RAM compared to 192 — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i9-14900KS) vs 8 (Xeon Platinum 8380). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i9-14900KS) vs 64 (Xeon Platinum 8380) — the Xeon Platinum 8380 offers 44 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z790,Z690 (Core i9-14900KS) and C621A (Xeon Platinum 8380).
| Feature | Core i9-14900KS | Xeon Platinum 8380 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA4189 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+139900% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 | 6144 GB+3355443100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 64+220% |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i9-14900KS has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon Platinum 8380 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core i9-14900KS includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics 770), while the Xeon Platinum 8380 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon Platinum 8380 targets Datacenter. Direct competitor: Core i9-14900KS rivals Ryzen 9 7950X; Xeon Platinum 8380 rivals EPYC 7543.
| Feature | Core i9-14900KS | Xeon Platinum 8380 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics 770 | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Datacenter |
Value Analysis
The Core i9-14900KS launched at $749 MSRP, while the Xeon Platinum 8380 debuted at $2010. At current prices ($670 vs $965), the Core i9-14900KS is $295 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i9-14900KS delivers 90.3 pts/$ vs 64.6 pts/$ for the Xeon Platinum 8380 — making the Core i9-14900KS the 33.3% better value option.
| Feature | Core i9-14900KS | Xeon Platinum 8380 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $749-63% | $2010 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $670-31% | $965 |
| Performance per Dollar | 90.3+40% | 64.6 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2021 |
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