M3 Pro 12-Core vs Xeon Gold 6152

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
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Performance Per Dollar M3 Pro 12-Core

#206

M3 Pro 12-Core

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6152

#21

Xeon Platinum 8260M

MSRP: $7705|Avg: N/A

121%

#22

Xeon Platinum 8268

MSRP: $6302|Avg: N/A

120%

#24

Xeon Gold 6130H

MSRP: $1894|Avg: N/A

117%

#34

Xeon Gold 6152

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100%

#41

Xeon W-2195

MSRP: $150|Avg: $5

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The M3 Pro 12-Core (2023) utilizes 3 nm technology and LPDDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	M3 Pro 12-Core	Xeon Gold 6152
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing
Longevity	✨ Modern (Legacy / 3 nm)	✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon Gold 6152 (2017) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	M3 Pro 12-Core	Xeon Gold 6152
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	Equivalent pricing	Equivalent pricing

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

M3 Pro 12-Core Benchmark Check

Xeon Gold 6152 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of M3 Pro 12-Core and Xeon Gold 6152

M3 Pro 12-Core

The M3 Pro 12-Core is manufactured by Apple. It was released in 30 October 2023 (2 years ago). It features 12 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.748 GHz, with boost up to 4.06 GHz. Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: none. Memory support: LPDDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 24,170 points. Launch price was $299.

Xeon Gold 6152

The Xeon Gold 6152 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 25 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 22 cores and 44 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 30.25 MB. L2 cache: 22 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 24,287 points. Launch price was $3,655.

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Processing Power

The M3 Pro 12-Core packs 12 cores / 12 threads, while the Xeon Gold 6152 offers 22 cores / 44 threads — the Xeon Gold 6152 has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.06 GHz on the M3 Pro 12-Core versus 3.7 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6152 — a 9.3% clock advantage for the M3 Pro 12-Core (base: 2.748 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6152 is built on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. In PassMark, the M3 Pro 12-Core scores 24,170 against the Xeon Gold 6152's 24,287 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon Gold 6152.

Feature	M3 Pro 12-Core	Xeon Gold 6152
Cores / Threads	12 / 12	22 / 44+83%
Boost Clock	4.06 GHz+10%	3.7 GHz
Base Clock	2.748 GHz+31%	2.1 GHz
L3 Cache	—	30.25 MB
L2 Cache	—	22 MB
Process	3 nm-79%	14 nm
Architecture	—	Skylake (server) (2017−2018)
PassMark	24,170	24,287

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Memory & Platform

The M3 Pro 12-Core uses the none socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Gold 6152 uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.