Xeon Gold 6330N vs Xeon E7-8857 v2
Xeon Gold 6330N
Xeon E7-8857 v2
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 6330N
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7-8857 v2
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6330N | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,798) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,995) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 10 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6330N | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+67%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,798) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,995) |
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 6330N and Xeon E7-8857 v2
Xeon Gold 6330N
The Xeon Gold 6330N is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 42 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2667. Passmark benchmark score: 36,360 points. Launch price was $800.
Xeon E7-8857 v2
The Xeon E7-8857 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 12 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 36,304 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6330N packs 28 cores / 56 threads, while the Xeon E7-8857 v2 offers 12 cores / 12 threads — the Xeon Gold 6330N has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6330N versus 3.6 GHz on the Xeon E7-8857 v2 — a 5.7% clock advantage for the Xeon E7-8857 v2 (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3 GHz). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6330N scores 36,360 against the Xeon E7-8857 v2's 36,304 — a 0.2% lead for the Xeon Gold 6330N. L3 cache: 42 MB on the Xeon Gold 6330N vs 30 MB on the Xeon E7-8857 v2.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6330N | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 28 / 56+133% | 12 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.6 GHz+6% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3 GHz+36% |
| L3 Cache | 42 MB+40% | 30 MB |
| Process | 10 nm-55% | 22 nm |
| PassMark | 36,360 | 36,304 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6330N uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon E7-8857 v2 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2667 on the Xeon Gold 6330N versus 1600 on the Xeon E7-8857 v2 — the Xeon Gold 6330N supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6330N supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 1536 — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon Gold 6330N) vs 4 (Xeon E7-8857 v2). PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon Gold 6330N) vs 40 (Xeon E7-8857 v2) — the Xeon Gold 6330N offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621A (Xeon Gold 6330N) and C602J (Xeon E7-8857 v2).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6330N | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 2667+67% | 1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144+300% | 1536 |
| RAM Channels | 8+100% | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64+60% | 40 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon Gold 6330N supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6330N rivals EPYC 7413; Xeon E7-8857 v2 rivals Xeon E7-4850 v2.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6330N | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Gold 6330N launched at $2389 MSRP, while the Xeon E7-8857 v2 debuted at $3838. At current prices ($1798 vs $2995), the Xeon Gold 6330N is $1197 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Gold 6330N delivers 20.2 pts/$ vs 12.1 pts/$ for the Xeon E7-8857 v2 — making the Xeon Gold 6330N the 50.1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6330N | Xeon E7-8857 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2389-38% | $3838 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1798-40% | $2995 |
| Performance per Dollar | 20.2+67% | 12.1 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2014 |
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