Xeon Gold 6330 vs Core Ultra 5 245K
Xeon Gold 6330
Core Ultra 5 245K
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6330
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 5 245K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6330 | Core Ultra 5 245K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,128) | ✅ More affordable ($200) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6330 | Core Ultra 5 245K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+998%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,128) | ✅ More affordable ($200) |
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 6330 and Core Ultra 5 245K
Xeon Gold 6330
The Xeon Gold 6330 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 42 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 42,072 points. Launch price was $800.
Core Ultra 5 245K
The Core Ultra 5 245K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 14 cores and 14 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 43,417 points. Launch price was $319.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6330 packs 28 cores / 56 threads, while the Core Ultra 5 245K offers 14 cores / 14 threads — the Xeon Gold 6330 has 14 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.1 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6330 versus 5.2 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 245K — a 50.6% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 5 245K (base: 2 GHz vs 4.2 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6330 uses the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Core Ultra 5 245K uses Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6330 scores 42,072 against the Core Ultra 5 245K's 43,417 — a 3.1% lead for the Core Ultra 5 245K. L3 cache: 42 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 6330 vs 24 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 5 245K.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6330 | Core Ultra 5 245K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 28 / 56+100% | 14 / 14 |
| Boost Clock | 3.1 GHz | 5.2 GHz+68% |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 4.2 GHz+110% |
| L3 Cache | 42 MB (total)+75% | 24 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core)+200% |
| Process | 10 nm | 3 nm-70% |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-SP (2021) | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 42,072 | 43,417+3% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6330 uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core Ultra 5 245K uses LGA1851 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2933 on the Xeon Gold 6330 versus 6400 on the Core Ultra 5 245K — the Core Ultra 5 245K supports 74.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6330 supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 192 — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon Gold 6330) vs 2 (Core Ultra 5 245K). PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon Gold 6330) vs 20 (Core Ultra 5 245K) — the Xeon Gold 6330 offers 44 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621A (Xeon Gold 6330) and Z890,B860 (Core Ultra 5 245K).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6330 | Core Ultra 5 245K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | LGA1851 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 2933 | 6400+118% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144+3100% | 192 |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64+220% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core Ultra 5 245K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon Gold 6330 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core Ultra 5 245K includes integrated graphics (Intel Graphics (4 Xe-cores)), while the Xeon Gold 6330 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6330 rivals EPYC 7453; Core Ultra 5 245K rivals Ryzen 5 9600X.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6330 | Core Ultra 5 245K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Intel Graphics (4 Xe-cores) |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Gold 6330 launched at $2128 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 5 245K debuted at $319. At current prices ($2128 vs $200), the Core Ultra 5 245K is $1928 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Gold 6330 delivers 19.8 pts/$ vs 217.1 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 5 245K — making the Core Ultra 5 245K the 166.6% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6330 | Core Ultra 5 245K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2128 | $319-85% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2128 | $200-91% |
| Performance per Dollar | 19.8 | 217.1+996% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2024 |
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