CPU
GPU
Xeon Gold 6244
Core i5-12400
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 6244
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-12400
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6244 | Core i5-12400 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($195) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-S (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6244 | Core i5-12400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($195) |
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 6244 and Core i5-12400
Xeon Gold 6244
The Xeon Gold 6244 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 24.75 MB. L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 18,609 points. Launch price was $2,925.
Core i5-12400
The Core i5-12400 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-S (2022) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 18,794 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6244 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i5-12400 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Xeon Gold 6244 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6244 versus 4.4 GHz on the Core i5-12400 — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.6 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6244 uses the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-12400 uses Alder Lake-S (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6244 scores 18,609 against the Core i5-12400's 18,794 — a 1% lead for the Core i5-12400. L3 cache: 24.75 MB on the Xeon Gold 6244 vs 18 MB (total) on the Core i5-12400.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6244 | Core i5-12400 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+44% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 24.75 MB+38% | 18 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB+540% | 1.25 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) | Alder Lake-S (2022) |
| PassMark | 18,609 | 18,794 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 12,400 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,381 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 10,632 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6244 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-12400 uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2933 on the Xeon Gold 6244 versus DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 on the Core i5-12400 — the Xeon Gold 6244 supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6244 supports up to 1024 of RAM compared to 128 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Gold 6244) vs 2 (Core i5-12400). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Gold 6244) vs 20 (Core i5-12400) — the Xeon Gold 6244 offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621 (Xeon Gold 6244) and H610,B660,H670,Z690,B760,H770,Z790 (Core i5-12400).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6244 | Core i5-12400 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | 2933+58560% | DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1024 | 128 GB+13107100% |
| RAM Channels | 6+200% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48+140% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Gold 6244) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-12400). The Core i5-12400 includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 730), while the Xeon Gold 6244 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-12400 targets Gaming Performance/Value. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6244 rivals EPYC 7262; Core i5-12400 rivals Ryzen 5 5600.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6244 | Core i5-12400 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | UHD Graphics 730 |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | Yes | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Gaming Performance/Value |
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