Xeon Gold 6258R vs Core i9-13950HX

Xeon Gold 6258R

28 Cores56 Thrd205 WWMax: 4 GHz2020

Core i9-13950HX

24 Cores32 Thrd55 WWMax: 5.5 GHz2023

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon Gold 6258R

28 / 56

40,442

0.0%

41,012

+1.4%

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

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6258R

#470

Xeon Gold 6338T

MSRP: $3139|Avg: $1795

111%

#471

Xeon E5-2650 v4

MSRP: $1166|Avg: $45

111%

#472

EPYC 9845

MSRP: $13564|Avg: $8670

110%

#473

EPYC 7F32

MSRP: $2100|Avg: $179

108%

#474

EPYC 9654P

MSRP: $10625|Avg: $5345

107%

#475

EPYC 9965

MSRP: $14813|Avg: $10000

106%

#476

EPYC 9745

MSRP: $12141|Avg: $10588

105%

#477

EPYC 7J13

MSRP: $7890|Avg: $150

105%

#478

EPYC 7702

MSRP: $6450|Avg: $2035

105%

#479

EPYC 7763

MSRP: $7890|Avg: $1513

104%

#480

EPYC 9734

MSRP: $9600|Avg: $6598

104%

#481

Xeon Platinum 8160M

MSRP: $5000|Avg: $350

104%

#482

Xeon 6724P

MSRP: $3622|Avg: $3622

103%

#483

EPYC 9634

MSRP: $10304|Avg: $3949

102%

#484

EPYC 7773X

MSRP: $8800|Avg: $8800

101%

#485

Xeon Gold 6258R

MSRP: $3950|Avg: $1400

100%

#486

EPYC 9175F

MSRP: $4256|Avg: $3703

100%

#488

EPYC 9534

MSRP: $8803|Avg: $2999

99%

#489

EPYC 9654

MSRP: $11805|Avg: $5345

99%

#490

EPYC 7H12

MSRP: $6950|Avg: $1340

98%

#491

EPYC 7742

MSRP: $6950|Avg: $800

98%

#492

Xeon Platinum 8352M

MSRP: $4471|Avg: $4471

97%

#493

Xeon Platinum 8570

MSRP: $9595|Avg: $9595

95%

#494

EPYC 9184X

MSRP: $4928|Avg: $3750

94%

#495

Xeon Platinum 8470

MSRP: $9359|Avg: $9359

94%

#496

Xeon E7-8857 v2

MSRP: $3838|Avg: $2995

92%

#497

Xeon Gold 6148

MSRP: $3072|Avg: $290

92%

#498

Xeon E5-1681 V3

MSRP: $1589|Avg: $200

91%

#499

Xeon W-3275

MSRP: $4449|Avg: $1550

91%

#500

Xeon Gold 6138

MSRP: $2612|Avg: $300

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i9-13950HX

#64

Ryzen AI Max PRO 390

MSRP: $600|Avg: $600

104%

#73

Core i9-13950HX

MSRP: $590|Avg: $199

100%

#82

Core i7-11700B

MSRP: $323|Avg: $311

96%

#83

Core i7-13700HX

MSRP: $485|Avg: N/A

95%

#86

Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370

MSRP: $500|Avg: $500

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Use Case Distinction: This is a comparison between a Professional Workstation processor ($1,400) and a Consumer Desktop CPU. The Xeon Gold 6258R is engineered for massive parallel workloads (rendering, scientific simulations), offering significantly higher core counts.

Insight	Xeon Gold 6258R	Core i9-13950HX
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($1,400)	✅ More affordable ($199)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-HX (2023) / Intel 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i9-13950HX ($199), however, is optimized for mixed workloads and gaming. For most users, it offers superior single-thread performance and responsiveness at a fraction of the cost ($1,201 less, 86% cheaper), making it the better choice for daily use and gaming.

Insight	Xeon Gold 6258R	Core i9-13950HX
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+613%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($1,400)	✅ More affordable ($199)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Xeon Gold 6258R Benchmark Check

Core i9-13950HX Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon Gold 6258R and Core i9-13950HX

Xeon Gold 6258R

The Xeon Gold 6258R 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 2.7 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): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 40,442 points. Launch price was $3,950.

Core i9-13950HX

The Core i9-13950HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-HX (2023) architecture. It features 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.5 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1964. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 41,012 points. Launch price was $590.

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Processing Power

The Xeon Gold 6258R packs 28 cores / 56 threads, while the Core i9-13950HX offers 24 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon Gold 6258R has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6258R versus 5.5 GHz on the Core i9-13950HX — a 31.6% clock advantage for the Core i9-13950HX (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6258R uses the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i9-13950HX uses Raptor Lake-HX (2023) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6258R scores 40,442 against the Core i9-13950HX's 41,012 — a 1.4% lead for the Core i9-13950HX. L3 cache: 38.5 MB on the Xeon Gold 6258R vs 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-13950HX.

Feature	Xeon Gold 6258R	Core i9-13950HX
Cores / Threads	28 / 56+17%	24 / 32
Boost Clock	4 GHz	5.5 GHz+38%
Base Clock	2.7 GHz+23%	2.2 GHz
L3 Cache	38.5 MB+7%	36 MB (total)
L2 Cache	28 MB+1300%	2 MB (per core)
Process	14 nm	Intel 7 nm-50%
Architecture	Cascade Lake (2019−2020)	Raptor Lake-HX (2023)
PassMark	40,442	41,012+1%

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon Gold 6258R uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i9-13950HX uses FCBGA1964 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2933 on the Xeon Gold 6258R versus 5600 on the Core i9-13950HX — the Core i9-13950HX supports 62.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6258R supports up to 1024 of RAM compared to 192 — 136.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Gold 6258R) vs 2 (Core i9-13950HX). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Gold 6258R) vs 20 (Core i9-13950HX) — the Xeon Gold 6258R offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: LGA3647 (Xeon Gold 6258R) and Raptor Lake-HX (Core i9-13950HX).

Feature	Xeon Gold 6258R	Core i9-13950HX
Socket	LGA3647	FCBGA1964
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 5.0+67%
Max RAM Speed	2933	5600+91%
Max RAM Capacity	1024+433%	192
RAM Channels	6+200%	2
ECC Support	✅	✅
PCIe Lanes	48+140%	20

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Advanced Features

Only the Core i9-13950HX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core i9-13950HX includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics), while the Xeon Gold 6258R requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6258R rivals EPYC 7502; Core i9-13950HX rivals M3 Max 16-Core.

Feature	Xeon Gold 6258R	Core i9-13950HX
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	None	Intel UHD Graphics
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	Yes	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x, VT-d

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Value Analysis

The Xeon Gold 6258R launched at $3950 MSRP, while the Core i9-13950HX debuted at $590. At current prices ($1400 vs $199), the Core i9-13950HX is $1201 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Gold 6258R delivers 28.9 pts/$ vs 206.1 pts/$ for the Core i9-13950HX — making the Core i9-13950HX the 150.8% better value option.