Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 vs Xeon Gold 6248R
Ryzen 7 PRO 7745
Xeon Gold 6248R
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 PRO 7745
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6248R
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 | Xeon Gold 6248R |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($343) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,700) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 | Xeon Gold 6248R |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+674%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($343) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,700) |
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 Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 and Xeon Gold 6248R
Ryzen 7 PRO 7745
The Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 June 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 34,827 points. Launch price was $499.
Xeon Gold 6248R
The Xeon Gold 6248R is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 35.75 MB. L2 cache: 24 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 35,434 points. Launch price was $2,700.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon Gold 6248R offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the Xeon Gold 6248R has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 versus 4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6248R — a 28% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 (base: 3.8 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 uses the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon Gold 6248R uses Cascade Lake (2019−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 scores 34,827 against the Xeon Gold 6248R's 35,434 — a 1.7% lead for the Xeon Gold 6248R. L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 vs 35.75 MB on the Xeon Gold 6248R.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 | Xeon Gold 6248R |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 24 / 48+200% |
| Boost Clock | 5.3 GHz+32% | 4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+27% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB (total) | 35.75 MB+12% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 24 MB+2300% |
| Process | 5 nm-64% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Raphael (2023−2025) | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 34,827 | 35,434+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon Gold 6248R uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5200 on the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 versus 2933 on the Xeon Gold 6248R — the Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 supports 55.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6248R supports up to 1024 of RAM compared to 128 — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 7 PRO 7745) vs 6 (Xeon Gold 6248R). PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 7 PRO 7745) vs 48 (Xeon Gold 6248R) — the Xeon Gold 6248R offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AM5 (Ryzen 7 PRO 7745) and C621 (Xeon Gold 6248R).
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 | Xeon Gold 6248R |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA3647 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5200+77% | 2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 | 1024+700% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 6+200% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | 48+100% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: AMD-V, IOMMU (Ryzen 7 PRO 7745) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Gold 6248R). The Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon Gold 6248R requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 rivals Core i7-13700; Xeon Gold 6248R rivals EPYC 7402.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 | Xeon Gold 6248R |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, IOMMU | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 launched at $400 MSRP, while the Xeon Gold 6248R debuted at $2700.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 | Xeon Gold 6248R |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $400-85% | $2700 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $343 | — |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2020 |
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