Xeon Gold 6258R vs Xeon 6515P
Xeon Gold 6258R
Xeon 6515P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6258R
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6515P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6258R | Xeon 6515P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,400) | ✅ More affordable ($886) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cascade Lake (2019−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6258R | Xeon 6515P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+59%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,400) | ✅ More affordable ($886) |
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 6258R and Xeon 6515P
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.
Xeon 6515P
The Xeon 6515P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 72 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 40,720 points. Launch price was $740.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6258R packs 28 cores / 56 threads, while the Xeon 6515P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon Gold 6258R has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6258R versus 3.8 GHz on the Xeon 6515P — a 5.1% clock advantage for the Xeon Gold 6258R (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6258R uses the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon 6515P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6258R scores 40,442 against the Xeon 6515P's 40,720 — a 0.7% lead for the Xeon 6515P. L3 cache: 38.5 MB on the Xeon Gold 6258R vs 72 MB (total) on the Xeon 6515P.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6258R | Xeon 6515P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 28 / 56+75% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+5% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+17% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 38.5 MB | 72 MB (total)+87% |
| L2 Cache | 28 MB+1300% | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 3 nm-79% |
| Architecture | Cascade Lake (2019−2020) | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 40,442 | 40,720 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6258R uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon 6515P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2933 on the Xeon Gold 6258R versus 6400 on the Xeon 6515P — the Xeon 6515P supports 74.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon 6515P supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 1024 — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Gold 6258R) vs 8 (Xeon 6515P). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Gold 6258R) vs 88 (Xeon 6515P) — the Xeon 6515P offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: LGA3647 (Xeon Gold 6258R) and LGA4710 (Xeon 6515P).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6258R | Xeon 6515P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA4710 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | 2933 | 6400+118% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1024 | 4096+300% |
| RAM Channels | 6 | 8+33% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48 | 88+83% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6258R rivals EPYC 7502; Xeon 6515P rivals EPYC 9534.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6258R | Xeon 6515P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Gold 6258R launched at $3950 MSRP, while the Xeon 6515P debuted at $740. At current prices ($1400 vs $886), the Xeon 6515P is $514 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Gold 6258R delivers 28.9 pts/$ vs 46.0 pts/$ for the Xeon 6515P — making the Xeon 6515P the 45.6% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6258R | Xeon 6515P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3950 | $740-81% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1400 | $886-37% |
| Performance per Dollar | 28.9 | 46.0+59% |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2025 |
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