Core Ultra 9 285T vs Xeon 6724P
Core Ultra 9 285T
Xeon 6724P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 285T
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6724P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 285T | Xeon 6724P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($549) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,622) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 285T | Xeon 6724P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+540%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($549) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,622) |
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 9 285T and Xeon 6724P
Core Ultra 9 285T
The Core Ultra 9 285T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 36,916 points. Launch price was $549.
Xeon 6724P
The Xeon 6724P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 72 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 210 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 38,061 points. Launch price was $3,622.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 9 285T packs 24 cores / 24 threads, while the Xeon 6724P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Core Ultra 9 285T has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 285T versus 4.3 GHz on the Xeon 6724P — a 22.7% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285T (base: 1.4 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core Ultra 9 285T uses the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture (3 nm), while the Xeon 6724P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 9 285T scores 36,916 against the Xeon 6724P's 38,061 — a 3.1% lead for the Xeon 6724P. L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 285T vs 72 MB (total) on the Xeon 6724P.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285T | Xeon 6724P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 24+50% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+26% | 4.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.4 GHz | 3.6 GHz+157% |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total) | 72 MB (total)+100% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (per core)+50% | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 3 nm | Intel 3 nm |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 36,916 | 38,061+3% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,800 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 25,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 9 285T uses the LGA1851 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon 6724P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 6400 on the Core Ultra 9 285T versus DDR5-6400 on the Xeon 6724P — the Core Ultra 9 285T supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon 6724P supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 256 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core Ultra 9 285T) vs 8 (Xeon 6724P). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core Ultra 9 285T) vs 88 (Xeon 6724P) — the Xeon 6724P offers 68 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z890,B860 (Core Ultra 9 285T) and C741 (Xeon 6724P).
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285T | Xeon 6724P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1851 | LGA4710 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 6400+127900% | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 | 4096 GB+1677721500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20 | 88+340% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon 6724P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core Ultra 9 285T includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics), while the Xeon 6724P requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon 6724P targets Server. Direct competitor: Core Ultra 9 285T rivals Ryzen 9 7900; Xeon 6724P rivals EPYC 9554.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285T | Xeon 6724P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Server |
Value Analysis
The Core Ultra 9 285T launched at $549 MSRP, while the Xeon 6724P debuted at $3622. At current prices ($549 vs $3622), the Core Ultra 9 285T is $3073 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core Ultra 9 285T delivers 67.2 pts/$ vs 10.5 pts/$ for the Xeon 6724P — making the Core Ultra 9 285T the 145.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285T | Xeon 6724P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $549-85% | $3622 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $549-85% | $3622 |
| Performance per Dollar | 67.2+540% | 10.5 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2025 |
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