Xeon 6736P vs Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
Xeon 6736P
Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6736P
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon 6736P | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($3,351) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,000) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon 6736P | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+108%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($3,351) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,000) |
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 6736P and Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
Xeon 6736P
The Xeon 6736P 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 36 cores and 72 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 144 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 50,072 points. Launch price was $3,351.
Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ 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 2.8 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): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 50,189 points. Launch price was $5,945.
Processing Power
The Xeon 6736P packs 36 cores / 72 threads, while the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon 6736P has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Xeon 6736P versus 4.1 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ — identical boost frequencies (base: 2 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Xeon 6736P uses the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture (Intel 3 nm), while the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ uses Emerald Rapids (2023) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon 6736P scores 50,072 against the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+'s 50,189 — a 0.2% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+. L3 cache: 144 MB (total) on the Xeon 6736P vs 60 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+.
| Feature | Xeon 6736P | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 36 / 72+13% | 32 / 64 |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz | 4.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.8 GHz+40% |
| L3 Cache | 144 MB (total)+140% | 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 | 50,072 | 50,189 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon 6736P uses the LGA4710 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 6400 on the Xeon 6736P versus 5600 on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ — the Xeon 6736P supports 13.3% 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. PCIe lanes: 88 (Xeon 6736P) vs 80 (Xeon Platinum 8562Y+) — the Xeon 6736P offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Granite Rapids-SP (Xeon 6736P) and C741 (Xeon Platinum 8562Y+).
| Feature | Xeon 6736P | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4710 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 6400+14% | 5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 88+10% | 80 |
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. Direct competitor: Xeon 6736P rivals EPYC 9684X; Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ rivals EPYC 9474F.
| Feature | Xeon 6736P | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon 6736P launched at $3351 MSRP, while the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ debuted at $5945. At current prices ($3351 vs $7000), the Xeon 6736P is $3649 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon 6736P delivers 14.9 pts/$ vs 7.2 pts/$ for the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ — making the Xeon 6736P the 70.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon 6736P | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3351-44% | $5945 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3351-52% | $7000 |
| Performance per Dollar | 14.9+107% | 7.2 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2023 |
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