CPU
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Xeon Gold 6244
Ryzen 5 3600XT
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 Ryzen 5 3600XT
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6244 | Ryzen 5 3600XT |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($357) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6244 | Ryzen 5 3600XT |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($357) |
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 Ryzen 5 3600XT
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.
Ryzen 5 3600XT
The Ryzen 5 3600XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 18,552 points. Launch price was $249.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6244 packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen 5 3600XT 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 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen 5 3600XT — a 2.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 3600XT (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6244 uses the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 3600XT uses Matisse (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6244 scores 18,609 against the Ryzen 5 3600XT's 18,552 — a 0.3% lead for the Xeon Gold 6244. L3 cache: 24.75 MB on the Xeon Gold 6244 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3600XT.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6244 | Ryzen 5 3600XT |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16+33% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.4 GHz | 4.5 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.8 GHz+6% |
| L3 Cache | 24.75 MB | 32 MB (total)+29% |
| L2 Cache | 8 MB+1500% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) | Matisse (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 18,609 | 18,552 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 9,945 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,759 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 7,245 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6244 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 3600XT uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2933 on the Xeon Gold 6244 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 3600XT — the Xeon Gold 6244 supports 199.5% 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 (Ryzen 5 3600XT). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Gold 6244) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 3600XT) — the Xeon Gold 6244 offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621 (Xeon Gold 6244) and A320,B350,X370,B450,X470,A520,B550,X570 (Ryzen 5 3600XT).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6244 | Ryzen 5 3600XT |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 2933+73225% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1024 | 128 GB+13107100% |
| RAM Channels | 6+200% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48+100% | 24 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 5 3600XT has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Gold 6244) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 5 3600XT). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 3600XT targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6244 rivals EPYC 7262; Ryzen 5 3600XT rivals Core i5-10600K.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6244 | Ryzen 5 3600XT |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Gaming |
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