Xeon Gold 6148 vs Ryzen Threadripper 2950X
Xeon Gold 6148
Ryzen Threadripper 2950X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6148
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper 2950X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6148 | Ryzen Threadripper 2950X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($290) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($540) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (ZEN+ (2018−2019) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6148 | Ryzen Threadripper 2950X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+83%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($290) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($540) |
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 6148 and Ryzen Threadripper 2950X
Xeon Gold 6148
The Xeon Gold 6148 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 25 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 20 cores and 40 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 27.5 MB. L2 cache: 20 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 29,021 points. Launch price was $3,072.
Ryzen Threadripper 2950X
The Ryzen Threadripper 2950X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 August 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the ZEN+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 180 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Quad-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 29,462 points. Launch price was $899.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6148 packs 20 cores / 40 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon Gold 6148 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6148 versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X — a 17.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6148 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X uses ZEN+ (2018−2019) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6148 scores 29,021 against the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X's 29,462 — a 1.5% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 18,500 vs 21,444 (14.7% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,254 vs 1,255, a 0.1% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 9,445 vs 8,814 (6.9% advantage for the Xeon Gold 6148). L3 cache: 27.5 MB on the Xeon Gold 6148 vs 32 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6148 | Ryzen Threadripper 2950X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 20 / 40+25% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 4.4 GHz+19% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz+46% |
| L3 Cache | 27.5 MB | 32 MB+16% |
| L2 Cache | 20 MB+3900% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 12 nm-14% |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | ZEN+ (2018−2019) |
| PassMark | 29,021 | 29,462+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 18,500 | 21,444+16% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,254 | 1,255 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 9,445+7% | 8,814 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6148 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X uses TR4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. The Xeon Gold 6148 supports up to 768 GB of RAM compared to 256 GB — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Gold 6148) vs 4 (Ryzen Threadripper 2950X). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Gold 6148) vs 64 (Ryzen Threadripper 2950X) — the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C620 (Xeon Gold 6148) and Socket TR4 / X399 (Ryzen Threadripper 2950X).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6148 | Ryzen Threadripper 2950X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | TR4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 768 GB+200% | 256 GB |
| RAM Channels | 6+50% | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48 | 64+33% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon Gold 6148 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon Gold 6148) vs AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper 2950X). Primary use case: Xeon Gold 6148 targets Legacy Enterprise Workloads. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6148 rivals EPYC 7401.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6148 | Ryzen Threadripper 2950X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Legacy Enterprise Workloads | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Gold 6148 launched at $3072 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X debuted at $899. At current prices ($290 vs $540), the Xeon Gold 6148 is $250 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Gold 6148 delivers 100.1 pts/$ vs 54.6 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X — making the Xeon Gold 6148 the 58.9% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6148 | Ryzen Threadripper 2950X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3072 | $899-71% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $290-46% | $540 |
| Performance per Dollar | 100.1+83% | 54.6 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2018 |
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