Xeon 6730P vs Xeon Gold 6548Y+
Xeon 6730P
Xeon Gold 6548Y+
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6730P
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6548Y+
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon 6730P | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon 6730P | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 6730P and Xeon Gold 6548Y+
Xeon 6730P
The Xeon 6730P 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 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 288 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 74,113 points. Launch price was $3,726.
Xeon Gold 6548Y+
The Xeon Gold 6548Y+ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 60 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 73,387 points. Launch price was $3,726.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon 6730P and Xeon Gold 6548Y+ share an identical 32-core/64-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Xeon 6730P versus 4.1 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ — a 7.6% clock advantage for the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Xeon 6730P uses the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture (Intel 3 nm), while the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ uses Emerald Rapids (2023) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon 6730P scores 74,113 against the Xeon Gold 6548Y+'s 73,387 — a 1% lead for the Xeon 6730P. L3 cache: 288 MB (total) on the Xeon 6730P vs 60 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 6548Y+.
| Feature | Xeon 6730P | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64 | 32 / 64 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4.1 GHz+8% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 288 MB (total)+380% | 60 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 3 nm-70% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) | Emerald Rapids (2023) |
| PassMark | 74,113 | 73,387 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon 6730P uses the LGA4710 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 6400 on the Xeon 6730P versus 5200 on the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ — the Xeon 6730P supports 20.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 4096 of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 80 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon 6730P) and C741 (Xeon Gold 6548Y+).
| Feature | Xeon 6730P | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4710 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 6400+23% | 5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 80 | 80 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, TDX (Xeon 6730P) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Gold 6548Y+). Direct competitor: Xeon 6730P rivals EPYC 9354; Xeon Gold 6548Y+ rivals EPYC 9454.
| Feature | Xeon 6730P | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, TDX | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon 6730P launched at $3726 MSRP, while the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ debuted at $3726. At current prices ($3726 vs $3726), the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ is $0 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon 6730P delivers 19.9 pts/$ vs 19.7 pts/$ for the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ — making the Xeon 6730P the 1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon 6730P | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3726 | $3726 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3726 | $3726 |
| Performance per Dollar | 19.9+1% | 19.7 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2023 |
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