Core Ultra 5 245K vs Xeon Gold 6338N
Core Ultra 5 245K
Xeon Gold 6338N
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 5 245K
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6338N
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 5 245K | Xeon Gold 6338N |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($200) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,200) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Ultra 5 245K | Xeon Gold 6338N |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1551%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($200) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,200) |
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 Ultra 5 245K and Xeon Gold 6338N
Core Ultra 5 245K
The Core Ultra 5 245K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 14 cores and 14 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 43,417 points. Launch price was $319.
Xeon Gold 6338N
The Xeon Gold 6338N is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 48 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 185 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2667. Passmark benchmark score: 42,086 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 5 245K packs 14 cores / 14 threads, while the Xeon Gold 6338N offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon Gold 6338N has 18 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.2 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 245K versus 3.5 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6338N — a 39.1% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 5 245K (base: 4.2 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Core Ultra 5 245K uses the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture (3 nm), while the Xeon Gold 6338N uses Ice Lake-SP (2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 5 245K scores 43,417 against the Xeon Gold 6338N's 42,086 — a 3.1% lead for the Core Ultra 5 245K. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 5 245K vs 48 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 6338N.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245K | Xeon Gold 6338N |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 14 / 14 | 32 / 64+129% |
| Boost Clock | 5.2 GHz+49% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.2 GHz+91% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total) | 48 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (per core)+200% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 3 nm-70% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) | Ice Lake-SP (2021) |
| PassMark | 43,417+3% | 42,086 |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 5 245K uses the LGA1851 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon Gold 6338N uses LGA4189 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 6400 on the Core Ultra 5 245K versus 2667 on the Xeon Gold 6338N — the Core Ultra 5 245K supports 82.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6338N supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 192 — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core Ultra 5 245K) vs 8 (Xeon Gold 6338N). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core Ultra 5 245K) vs 64 (Xeon Gold 6338N) — the Xeon Gold 6338N offers 44 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z890,B860 (Core Ultra 5 245K) and LGA4189 (Xeon Gold 6338N).
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245K | Xeon Gold 6338N |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1851 | LGA4189 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 6400+140% | 2667 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 | 6144+3100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 64+220% |
Advanced Features
Only the Core Ultra 5 245K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon Gold 6338N supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core Ultra 5 245K includes integrated graphics (Intel Graphics (4 Xe-cores)), while the Xeon Gold 6338N requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core Ultra 5 245K rivals Ryzen 5 9600X; Xeon Gold 6338N rivals EPYC 7513.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245K | Xeon Gold 6338N |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel Graphics (4 Xe-cores) | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Core Ultra 5 245K launched at $319 MSRP, while the Xeon Gold 6338N debuted at $3200. At current prices ($200 vs $3200), the Core Ultra 5 245K is $3000 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core Ultra 5 245K delivers 217.1 pts/$ vs 13.2 pts/$ for the Xeon Gold 6338N — making the Core Ultra 5 245K the 177.2% better value option.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245K | Xeon Gold 6338N |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $319-90% | $3200 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200-94% | $3200 |
| Performance per Dollar | 217.1+1545% | 13.2 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2021 |
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