Xeon 6315P vs Xeon D-2146NT

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. The Xeon 6315P is positioned at rank 871 and the Xeon D-2146NT is on rank 291, so the Xeon D-2146NT offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6315P

#1

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

20679%

#6

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

3904%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

3469%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

2680%

#490

EPYC 7H12

MSRP: $6950|Avg: $1340

100%

#491

EPYC 7742

MSRP: $6950|Avg: $800

99%

#492

Xeon Platinum 8352M

MSRP: $4471|Avg: $4471

99%

#493

Xeon Platinum 8570

MSRP: $9595|Avg: $9595

97%

#494

EPYC 9184X

MSRP: $4928|Avg: $3750

96%

#495

Xeon Platinum 8470

MSRP: $9359|Avg: $9359

96%

#496

Xeon E7-8857 v2

MSRP: $3838|Avg: $2995

94%

#497

Xeon Gold 6148

MSRP: $3072|Avg: $290

94%

#871

Xeon 6315P

MSRP: $1166|Avg: $160

100%

#877

Xeon E5-2630 v4

MSRP: $1171|Avg: $130

97%

#878

Xeon X5687

MSRP: $552|Avg: $189

97%

#881

Xeon E5-2430L

MSRP: $551|Avg: $250

96%

#886

Xeon X3460

MSRP: $316|Avg: $25

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon D-2146NT

#1

Xeon Platinum 8454H

MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A

4427%

#6

Xeon Gold 6240R

MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A

836%

#10

Xeon 6337P

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

743%

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

574%

#230

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX

MSRP: $1337|Avg: $368

99%

#232

EPYC 7282

MSRP: $650|Avg: $199

99%

#291

Xeon D-2146NT

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#292

Xeon E5-2643 v3

MSRP: $219|Avg: $45

100%

#303

Xeon E5-2620 v4

MSRP: $417|Avg: $410

99%

#305

Xeon Silver 4108

MSRP: $417|Avg: $46

98%

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 Xeon 6315P (2025) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR5-4800, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon 6315P	Xeon D-2146NT
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($160)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / Intel 7 nm)	✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon D-2146NT (2018) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon 6315P	Xeon D-2146NT
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($160)	✅ More affordable ($0)

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.

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon 6315P and Xeon D-2146NT

Xeon 6315P

The Xeon 6315P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 11,721 points. Launch price was $213.

Xeon D-2146NT

The Xeon D-2146NT is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 11 MB. L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2518. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 11,736 points. Launch price was $641.

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Processing Power

The Xeon 6315P packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Xeon D-2146NT offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon D-2146NT has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Xeon 6315P versus 3 GHz on the Xeon D-2146NT — a 40% clock advantage for the Xeon 6315P (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Xeon 6315P uses the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Xeon D-2146NT uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon 6315P scores 11,721 against the Xeon D-2146NT's 11,736 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon D-2146NT. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Xeon 6315P vs 11 MB on the Xeon D-2146NT.

Feature	Xeon 6315P	Xeon D-2146NT
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	8 / 16+100%
Boost Clock	4.5 GHz+50%	3 GHz
Base Clock	2.8 GHz+22%	2.3 GHz
L3 Cache	12 MB (total)+9%	11 MB
L2 Cache	1.25 MB (per core)	8 MB+540%
Process	Intel 7 nm-50%	14 nm
Architecture	Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025)	Skylake (server) (2017−2018)
PassMark	11,721	11,736

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon 6315P uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon D-2146NT uses FCBGA2518 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.