Xeon Gold 5520+ vs Xeon w7-3465X
Xeon Gold 5520+
Xeon w7-3465X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 5520+
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-3465X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 5520+ | Xeon w7-3465X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($764) | ✅ More affordable ($468) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 5520+ | Xeon w7-3465X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+67%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($764) | ✅ More affordable ($468) |
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 Gold 5520+ and Xeon w7-3465X
Xeon Gold 5520+
The Xeon Gold 5520+ 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 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 52.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 61,227 points. Launch price was $1,640.
Xeon w7-3465X
The Xeon w7-3465X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 75 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 62,663 points. Launch price was $2,889.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon Gold 5520+ and Xeon w7-3465X share an identical 28-core/56-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 5520+ versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-3465X — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Xeon w7-3465X (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Xeon Gold 5520+ uses the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon w7-3465X uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 5520+ scores 61,227 against the Xeon w7-3465X's 62,663 — a 2.3% lead for the Xeon w7-3465X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,600 vs 1,959, a 20.2% lead for the Xeon w7-3465X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 25,000 vs 16,351 (41.8% advantage for the Xeon Gold 5520+). L3 cache: 52.5 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 5520+ vs 75 MB on the Xeon w7-3465X.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 5520+ | Xeon w7-3465X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 28 / 56 | 28 / 56 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4.8 GHz+20% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.5 GHz+14% |
| L3 Cache | 52.5 MB (total) | 75 MB+43% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | Intel 7 nm-30% |
| Architecture | Emerald Rapids (2023) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 61,227 | 62,663+2% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,600 | 1,959+22% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 25,000+53% | 16,351 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA4677 socket with PCIe 4.0. Both support up to DDR5-4800 memory speed. Both support up to 4096 GB of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 80 (Xeon Gold 5520+) vs 112 (Xeon w7-3465X) — the Xeon w7-3465X offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Gold 5520+) and Intel W790 (Xeon w7-3465X).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 5520+ | Xeon w7-3465X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB | 4096 GB |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 80 | 112+40% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w7-3465X 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 Gold 5520+) vs true (Xeon w7-3465X). Primary use case: Xeon Gold 5520+ targets Enterprise Server. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 5520+ rivals EPYC 9354; Xeon w7-3465X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 5520+ | Xeon w7-3465X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
| Target Use | Enterprise Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Gold 5520+ launched at $1083 MSRP, while the Xeon w7-3465X debuted at $2889. At current prices ($764 vs $468), the Xeon w7-3465X is $296 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Gold 5520+ delivers 80.1 pts/$ vs 133.9 pts/$ for the Xeon w7-3465X — making the Xeon w7-3465X the 50.2% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 5520+ | Xeon w7-3465X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1083-63% | $2889 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $764 | $468-39% |
| Performance per Dollar | 80.1 | 133.9+67% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2023 |
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