Xeon Gold 6336Y vs Xeon w5-3525
Xeon Gold 6336Y
Xeon w5-3525
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6336Y
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-3525
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6336Y | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,245) | ✅ More affordable ($1,392) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6336Y | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+132%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,245) | ✅ More affordable ($1,392) |
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 6336Y and Xeon w5-3525
Xeon Gold 6336Y
The Xeon Gold 6336Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 36 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: 45,517 points. Launch price was $800.
Xeon w5-3525
The Xeon w5-3525 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 45 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 290 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 45,311 points. Launch price was $1,339.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6336Y packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Xeon w5-3525 offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon Gold 6336Y has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6336Y versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w5-3525 — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Xeon w5-3525 (base: 2.4 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6336Y uses the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon w5-3525 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6336Y scores 45,517 against the Xeon w5-3525's 45,311 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon Gold 6336Y. L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 6336Y vs 45 MB on the Xeon w5-3525.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6336Y | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+50% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 4.8 GHz+33% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 3.2 GHz+33% |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total) | 45 MB+25% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 10 nm | Intel 7 nm-30% |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-SP (2021) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 45,517 | 45,311 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6336Y uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon w5-3525 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Xeon Gold 6336Y versus 4800 on the Xeon w5-3525 — the Xeon w5-3525 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 4096 of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon Gold 6336Y) vs 112 (Xeon w5-3525) — the Xeon w5-3525 offers 48 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621A (Xeon Gold 6336Y) and W790 (Xeon w5-3525).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6336Y | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200 | 4800+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64 | 112+75% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w5-3525 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. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6336Y rivals EPYC 7543; Xeon w5-3525 rivals Threadripper PRO 7955WX.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6336Y | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Gold 6336Y launched at $3245 MSRP, while the Xeon w5-3525 debuted at $1339.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6336Y | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3245 | $1339-59% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $1392 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2024 |
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