CPU
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Xeon Gold 6238R
Core Ultra 9 285H
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6238R
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 285H
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6238R | Core Ultra 9 285H |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,612) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-H (2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6238R | Core Ultra 9 285H |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,612) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 6238R and Core Ultra 9 285H
Xeon Gold 6238R
The Xeon Gold 6238R is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 38.5 MB. L2 cache: 28 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 34,751 points. Launch price was $2,612.
Core Ultra 9 285H
The Core Ultra 9 285H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 13 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-H (2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2049. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 34,327 points. Launch price was $651.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6238R packs 28 cores / 56 threads, while the Core Ultra 9 285H offers 16 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon Gold 6238R has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6238R versus 5.4 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 285H — a 29.8% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285H (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6238R uses the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core Ultra 9 285H uses Arrow Lake-H (2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6238R scores 34,751 against the Core Ultra 9 285H's 34,327 — a 1.2% lead for the Xeon Gold 6238R. Multi-core Geekbench: 21,433 vs 15,330 (33.2% advantage for the Xeon Gold 6238R). L3 cache: 38.5 MB on the Xeon Gold 6238R vs 24 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 285H.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6238R | Core Ultra 9 285H |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 28 / 56+75% | 16 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 5.4 GHz+35% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.9 GHz+32% |
| L3 Cache | 38.5 MB+60% | 24 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 28 MB+833% | 3 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 3 nm-79% |
| Architecture | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) | Arrow Lake-H (2025) |
| PassMark | 34,751+1% | 34,327 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 26,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,720 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 21,433+40% | 15,330 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6238R uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core Ultra 9 285H uses FCBGA2049 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2933 on the Xeon Gold 6238R versus LPDDR5x-8400, DDR5-6400 on the Core Ultra 9 285H — the Core Ultra 9 285H supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core Ultra 9 285H supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 1 TB — 197.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Gold 6238R) vs 2 (Core Ultra 9 285H). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Gold 6238R) vs 28 (Core Ultra 9 285H) — the Xeon Gold 6238R offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621,C622,C624,C627,C628 (Xeon Gold 6238R) and SoC (Core Ultra 9 285H).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6238R | Core Ultra 9 285H |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | FCBGA2049 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2933 | LPDDR5x-8400, DDR5-6400+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1 TB+433% | 192 GB |
| RAM Channels | 6+200% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48+71% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon Gold 6238R supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d, EPT virtualization. The Core Ultra 9 285H includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc 140T (8 Xe-cores)), while the Xeon Gold 6238R requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon Gold 6238R targets Server, Core Ultra 9 285H targets High-end Mobile Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6238R rivals Xeon Gold 6248R; Core Ultra 9 285H rivals Ryzen AI 9 HX 375.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6238R | Core Ultra 9 285H |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Intel Arc 140T (8 Xe-cores) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Server | High-end Mobile Workstation |
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