Xeon 6517P vs Core Ultra 7 265
Xeon 6517P
Core Ultra 7 265
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6517P
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 7 265
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon 6517P | Core Ultra 7 265 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,195) | ✅ More affordable ($320) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon 6517P | Core Ultra 7 265 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+280%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,195) | ✅ More affordable ($320) |
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 Xeon 6517P and Core Ultra 7 265
Xeon 6517P
The Xeon 6517P 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 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 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): 190 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 48,810 points. Launch price was $1,195.
Core Ultra 7 265
The Core Ultra 7 265 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 20 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 49,666 points. Launch price was $394.
Processing Power
The Xeon 6517P packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Core Ultra 7 265 offers 20 cores / 20 threads — the Core Ultra 7 265 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Xeon 6517P versus 5.3 GHz on the Core Ultra 7 265 — a 23.2% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 7 265 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Xeon 6517P uses the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture (Intel 3 nm), while the Core Ultra 7 265 uses Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon 6517P scores 48,810 against the Core Ultra 7 265's 49,666 — a 1.7% lead for the Core Ultra 7 265. L3 cache: 72 MB (total) on the Xeon 6517P vs 30 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 7 265.
| Feature | Xeon 6517P | Core Ultra 7 265 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 20 / 20+25% |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz | 5.3 GHz+26% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+33% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 72 MB (total)+140% | 30 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core)+50% |
| Process | Intel 3 nm | 3 nm |
| Architecture | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 48,810 | 49,666+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon 6517P uses the LGA4710 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core Ultra 7 265 uses LGA1851 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to 6400 memory speed. The Xeon 6517P supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 256 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon 6517P) vs 2 (Core Ultra 7 265). PCIe lanes: 88 (Xeon 6517P) vs 24 (Core Ultra 7 265) — the Xeon 6517P offers 64 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Granite Rapids-SP (Xeon 6517P) and Z890,B860 (Core Ultra 7 265).
| Feature | Xeon 6517P | Core Ultra 7 265 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4710 | LGA1851 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 6400 | 6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096+1500% | 256 |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 88+267% | 24 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core Ultra 7 265 includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc Graphics), while the Xeon 6517P requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Xeon 6517P rivals EPYC 9554; Core Ultra 7 265 rivals Ryzen 7 9700X.
| Feature | Xeon 6517P | Core Ultra 7 265 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Intel Arc Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon 6517P launched at $1195 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 7 265 debuted at $384. At current prices ($1195 vs $320), the Core Ultra 7 265 is $875 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon 6517P delivers 40.8 pts/$ vs 155.2 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 7 265 — making the Core Ultra 7 265 the 116.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon 6517P | Core Ultra 7 265 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1195 | $384-68% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1195 | $320-73% |
| Performance per Dollar | 40.8 | 155.2+280% |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2025 |
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