Xeon 6515P vs Core i9-13950HX

Xeon 6515P

16 Cores32 Thrd150 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2025

Core i9-13950HX

24 Cores32 Thrd55 WWMax: 5.5 GHz2023

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon 6515P

16 / 32

40,720

0.0%

41,012

+0.7%

About PassMark

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.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6515P

#182

EPYC Embedded 8224P

MSRP: $855|Avg: $1048

104%

#187

Xeon Gold 5520+

MSRP: $1083|Avg: $764

103%

#188

EPYC 8124P

MSRP: $639|Avg: $639

103%

#196

Xeon 6515P

MSRP: $740|Avg: $886

100%

#201

Xeon Gold 6248R

MSRP: $2700|Avg: N/A

99%

#210

EPYC 8224P

MSRP: $855|Avg: $1048

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i9-13950HX

#64

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

104%

#73

Core i9-13950HX

MSRP: $590|Avg: $199

100%

#82

Core i7-11700B

MSRP: $323|Avg: $311

96%

#83

Core i7-13700HX

MSRP: $485|Avg: N/A

95%

#86

Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Use Case Distinction: This is a comparison between a Professional Workstation processor ($886) and a Consumer Desktop CPU. The Xeon 6515P is engineered for massive parallel workloads (rendering, scientific simulations), offering significantly higher core counts.

Insight	Xeon 6515P	Core i9-13950HX
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($886)	✅ More affordable ($199)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm)	✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-HX (2023) / Intel 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i9-13950HX ($199), however, is optimized for mixed workloads and gaming. For most users, it offers superior single-thread performance and responsiveness at a fraction of the cost ($687 less, 78% cheaper), making it the better choice for daily use and gaming.

Insight	Xeon 6515P	Core i9-13950HX
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+348%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($886)	✅ More affordable ($199)

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.

Xeon 6515P Benchmark Check

Core i9-13950HX Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon 6515P and Core i9-13950HX

Xeon 6515P

The Xeon 6515P 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 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 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): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 40,720 points. Launch price was $740.

Core i9-13950HX

The Core i9-13950HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-HX (2023) architecture. It features 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.5 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1964. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 41,012 points. Launch price was $590.

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Processing Power

The Xeon 6515P packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Core i9-13950HX offers 24 cores / 32 threads — the Core i9-13950HX has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Xeon 6515P versus 5.5 GHz on the Core i9-13950HX — a 36.6% clock advantage for the Core i9-13950HX (base: 2.3 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Xeon 6515P uses the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture (Intel 3 nm), while the Core i9-13950HX uses Raptor Lake-HX (2023) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon 6515P scores 40,720 against the Core i9-13950HX's 41,012 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i9-13950HX. L3 cache: 72 MB (total) on the Xeon 6515P vs 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-13950HX.

Feature	Xeon 6515P	Core i9-13950HX
Cores / Threads	16 / 32	24 / 32+50%
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz	5.5 GHz+45%
Base Clock	2.3 GHz+5%	2.2 GHz
L3 Cache	72 MB (total)+100%	36 MB (total)
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)	2 MB (per core)
Process	Intel 3 nm-57%	Intel 7 nm
Architecture	Granite Rapids (2024−2025)	Raptor Lake-HX (2023)
PassMark	40,720	41,012

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon 6515P uses the LGA4710 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i9-13950HX uses FCBGA1964 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 6400 on the Xeon 6515P versus 5600 on the Core i9-13950HX — the Xeon 6515P supports 13.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon 6515P supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 192 — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon 6515P) vs 2 (Core i9-13950HX). PCIe lanes: 88 (Xeon 6515P) vs 20 (Core i9-13950HX) — the Xeon 6515P offers 68 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: LGA4710 (Xeon 6515P) and Raptor Lake-HX (Core i9-13950HX).

Feature	Xeon 6515P	Core i9-13950HX
Socket	LGA4710	FCBGA1964
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0	PCIe 5.0
Max RAM Speed	6400+14%	5600
Max RAM Capacity	4096+2033%	192
RAM Channels	8+300%	2
ECC Support	✅	✅
PCIe Lanes	88+340%	20

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Advanced Features

Only the Core i9-13950HX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core i9-13950HX includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics), while the Xeon 6515P requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Xeon 6515P rivals EPYC 9534; Core i9-13950HX rivals M3 Max 16-Core.

Feature	Xeon 6515P	Core i9-13950HX
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	None	Intel UHD Graphics
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	Yes	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x, VT-d

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Value Analysis

The Xeon 6515P launched at $740 MSRP, while the Core i9-13950HX debuted at $590. At current prices ($886 vs $199), the Core i9-13950HX is $687 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon 6515P delivers 46.0 pts/$ vs 206.1 pts/$ for the Core i9-13950HX — making the Core i9-13950HX the 127.1% better value option.