Xeon 6740E vs Xeon 6737P
Xeon 6740E
Xeon 6737P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6740E
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6737P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon 6740E | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($3,949) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,995) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sierra Forest (2024) / Intel 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon 6740E | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+21%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($3,949) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,995) |
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 6740E and Xeon 6737P
Xeon 6740E
The Xeon 6740E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 June 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sierra Forest (2024) architecture. It features 96 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 4 MB (per module). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 76,167 points. Launch price was $5,265.
Xeon 6737P
The Xeon 6737P 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 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4 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): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 79,634 points. Launch price was $4,995.
Processing Power
The Xeon 6740E packs 96 cores / 96 threads, while the Xeon 6737P offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon 6740E has 64 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Xeon 6740E versus 4 GHz on the Xeon 6737P — a 22.2% clock advantage for the Xeon 6737P (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Xeon 6740E uses the Sierra Forest (2024) architecture (Intel 3 nm), while the Xeon 6737P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon 6740E scores 76,167 against the Xeon 6737P's 79,634 — a 4.5% lead for the Xeon 6737P. L3 cache: 96 MB (total) on the Xeon 6740E vs 144 MB (total) on the Xeon 6737P.
| Feature | Xeon 6740E | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 96 / 96+200% | 32 / 64 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 4 GHz+25% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.9 GHz+21% |
| L3 Cache | 96 MB (total) | 144 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB (per module)+100% | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 3 nm | Intel 3 nm |
| Architecture | Sierra Forest (2024) | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 76,167 | 79,634+5% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 45,000 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA4710 socket with PCIe 4.0. Maximum memory speed reaches 6400 on the Xeon 6740E versus DDR5-6400 on the Xeon 6737P — the Xeon 6740E supports 199.7% 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. PCIe lanes: 80 (Xeon 6740E) vs 88 (Xeon 6737P) — the Xeon 6737P offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon 6740E) and C741 (Xeon 6737P).
| Feature | Xeon 6740E | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4710 | LGA4710 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 6400+127900% | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 80 | 88+10% |
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 6740E) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon 6737P). Primary use case: Xeon 6737P targets High Performance Server. Direct competitor: Xeon 6740E rivals EPYC 9005; Xeon 6737P rivals EPYC 9005.
| Feature | Xeon 6740E | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Target Use | — | High Performance Server |
Value Analysis
The Xeon 6740E launched at $5265 MSRP, while the Xeon 6737P debuted at $4995. At current prices ($3949 vs $4995), the Xeon 6740E is $1046 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon 6740E delivers 19.3 pts/$ vs 15.9 pts/$ for the Xeon 6737P — making the Xeon 6740E the 19% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon 6740E | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5265 | $4995-5% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3949-21% | $4995 |
| Performance per Dollar | 19.3+21% | 15.9 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2025 |
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