Xeon Gold 6326 vs EPYC 4364P
Xeon Gold 6326
EPYC 4364P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6326
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4364P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6326 | EPYC 4364P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($334) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6326 | EPYC 4364P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($334) |
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 6326 and EPYC 4364P
Xeon Gold 6326
The Xeon Gold 6326 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 185 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 33,764 points. Launch price was $800.
EPYC 4364P
The EPYC 4364P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 May 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 34,215 points. Launch price was $399.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6326 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the EPYC 4364P offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon Gold 6326 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6326 versus 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4364P — a 42.7% clock advantage for the EPYC 4364P (base: 2.9 GHz vs 4.5 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6326 uses the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the EPYC 4364P uses Raphael (2023−2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6326 scores 33,764 against the EPYC 4364P's 34,215 — a 1.3% lead for the EPYC 4364P. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 24,500 vs 21,000 (15.4% advantage for the Xeon Gold 6326). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,631 vs 3,085, a 61.7% lead for the EPYC 4364P that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 16,254 vs 15,594 (4.1% advantage for the Xeon Gold 6326). L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 6326 vs 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 4364P.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6326 | EPYC 4364P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+100% | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 5.4 GHz+54% |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz | 4.5 GHz+55% |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total) | 32 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 5 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-SP (2021) | Raphael (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 33,764 | 34,215+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 24,500+17% | 21,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,631 | 3,085+89% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 16,254+4% | 15,594 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6326 uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 4364P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Xeon Gold 6326 versus DDR5-5200 on the EPYC 4364P — the EPYC 4364P supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6326 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 192 GB — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon Gold 6326) vs 2 (EPYC 4364P). PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon Gold 6326) vs 28 (EPYC 4364P) — the Xeon Gold 6326 offers 36 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621A,Ice Lake-SP (Xeon Gold 6326) and B650,X670,X870 (EPYC 4364P).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6326 | EPYC 4364P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-5200+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+2033% | 192 GB |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64+129% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon Gold 6326) vs AMD-V, AMD-Vi (EPYC 4364P). The EPYC 4364P includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon Gold 6326 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon Gold 6326 targets High-core Server, EPYC 4364P targets Entry Server. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6326 rivals EPYC 7313; EPYC 4364P rivals Xeon E-2488.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6326 | EPYC 4364P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | AMD-V, AMD-Vi |
| Target Use | High-core Server | Entry Server |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Xeon Gold 6326 and EPYC 4364P
