Xeon 6724P vs Ryzen 7 9700X
Xeon 6724P
Ryzen 7 9700X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6724P
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 9700X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon 6724P | Ryzen 7 9700X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,622) | ✅ More affordable ($285) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Granite Ridge (2024−2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon 6724P | Ryzen 7 9700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1140%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,622) | ✅ More affordable ($285) |
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 6724P and Ryzen 7 9700X
Xeon 6724P
The Xeon 6724P 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 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 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): 210 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 38,061 points. Launch price was $3,622.
Ryzen 7 9700X
The Ryzen 7 9700X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 8 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Granite Ridge (2024−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.5 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 37,145 points. Launch price was $359.
Processing Power
The Xeon 6724P packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Ryzen 7 9700X offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon 6724P has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Xeon 6724P versus 5.5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 9700X — a 24.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 9700X (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Xeon 6724P uses the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture (Intel 3 nm), while the Ryzen 7 9700X uses Granite Ridge (2024−2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon 6724P scores 38,061 against the Ryzen 7 9700X's 37,145 — a 2.4% lead for the Xeon 6724P. L3 cache: 72 MB (total) on the Xeon 6724P vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 9700X.
| Feature | Xeon 6724P | Ryzen 7 9700X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+100% | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz | 5.5 GHz+28% |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.8 GHz+6% |
| L3 Cache | 72 MB (total)+125% | 32 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 3 nm-25% | 4 nm |
| Architecture | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) | Granite Ridge (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 38,061+2% | 37,145 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,800 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 25,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon 6724P uses the LGA4710 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 7 9700X uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-6400 on the Xeon 6724P versus 5600 on the Ryzen 7 9700X — the Ryzen 7 9700X supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon 6724P supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 256 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon 6724P) vs 2 (Ryzen 7 9700X). PCIe lanes: 88 (Xeon 6724P) vs 24 (Ryzen 7 9700X) — the Xeon 6724P offers 64 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon 6724P) and X870E,X670E,B650 (Ryzen 7 9700X).
| Feature | Xeon 6724P | Ryzen 7 9700X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4710 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-6400 | 5600+111900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+1677721500% | 256 |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 88+267% | 24 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 9700X 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. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon 6724P) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen 7 9700X). The Ryzen 7 9700X includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)), while the Xeon 6724P requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon 6724P targets Server. Direct competitor: Xeon 6724P rivals EPYC 9554; Ryzen 7 9700X rivals Core i7-14700K.
| Feature | Xeon 6724P | Ryzen 7 9700X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
| Target Use | Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon 6724P launched at $3622 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 9700X debuted at $359. At current prices ($3622 vs $285), the Ryzen 7 9700X is $3337 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon 6724P delivers 10.5 pts/$ vs 130.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 9700X — making the Ryzen 7 9700X the 170.2% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon 6724P | Ryzen 7 9700X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3622 | $359-90% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3622 | $285-92% |
| Performance per Dollar | 10.5 | 130.3+1141% |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2024 |
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