CPU
GPU
Xeon Gold 6150
Xeon w3-2435
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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.
Value Upgrade Path
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Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6150
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w3-2435
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6150 | Xeon w3-2435 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($196) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($790) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6150 | Xeon w3-2435 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+302%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($196) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($790) |
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 6150 and Xeon w3-2435
Xeon Gold 6150
The Xeon Gold 6150 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 18 cores and 36 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 24.75 MB. L2 cache: 18 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 26,447 points. Launch price was $3,358.
Xeon w3-2435
The Xeon w3-2435 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 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 22.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 26,504 points. Launch price was $669.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6150 packs 18 cores / 36 threads, while the Xeon w3-2435 offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon Gold 6150 has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6150 versus 4.5 GHz on the Xeon w3-2435 — a 19.5% clock advantage for the Xeon w3-2435 (base: 2.7 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6150 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon w3-2435 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6150 scores 26,447 against the Xeon w3-2435's 26,504 — a 0.2% lead for the Xeon w3-2435. L3 cache: 24.75 MB on the Xeon Gold 6150 vs 22.5 MB on the Xeon w3-2435.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6150 | Xeon w3-2435 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 18 / 36+125% | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 4.5 GHz+22% |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.1 GHz+15% |
| L3 Cache | 24.75 MB+10% | 22.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 18 MB+800% | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 26,447 | 26,504 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6150 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon w3-2435 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6150 | Xeon w3-2435 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Gold 6150 launched at $3358 MSRP, while the Xeon w3-2435 debuted at $669. At current prices ($196 vs $790), the Xeon Gold 6150 is $594 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Gold 6150 delivers 134.9 pts/$ vs 33.5 pts/$ for the Xeon w3-2435 — making the Xeon Gold 6150 the 120.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6150 | Xeon w3-2435 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3358 | $669-80% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $196-75% | $790 |
| Performance per Dollar | 134.9+303% | 33.5 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2023 |
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