Xeon Gold 6354 vs Xeon 6505P
Xeon Gold 6354
Xeon 6505P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6354
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6505P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6354 | Xeon 6505P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,898) | ✅ More affordable ($563) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6354 | Xeon 6505P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+414%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,898) | ✅ More affordable ($563) |
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 6354 and Xeon 6505P
Xeon Gold 6354
The Xeon Gold 6354 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 18 cores and 36 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 39 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 39,400 points. Launch price was $800.
Xeon 6505P
The Xeon 6505P 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 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 48 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: 39,341 points. Launch price was $563.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6354 packs 18 cores / 36 threads, while the Xeon 6505P offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Xeon Gold 6354 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6354 versus 4.1 GHz on the Xeon 6505P — a 13% clock advantage for the Xeon 6505P (base: 3 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6354 uses the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon 6505P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6354 scores 39,400 against the Xeon 6505P's 39,341 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon Gold 6354. L3 cache: 39 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 6354 vs 48 MB (total) on the Xeon 6505P.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6354 | Xeon 6505P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 18 / 36+50% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 4.1 GHz+14% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz+36% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 39 MB (total) | 48 MB (total)+23% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 10 nm | Intel 3 nm-70% |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-SP (2021) | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 39,400 | 39,341 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6354 uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon 6505P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Xeon Gold 6354 versus 6400 on the Xeon 6505P — the Xeon 6505P supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6354 supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 4096 — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon Gold 6354) vs 88 (Xeon 6505P) — the Xeon 6505P offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621A (Xeon Gold 6354) and LGA4710 (Xeon 6505P).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6354 | Xeon 6505P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | LGA4710 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200 | 6400+100% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144+50% | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64 | 88+38% |
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 6354 rivals EPYC 7453; Xeon 6505P rivals EPYC 9334.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6354 | Xeon 6505P |
|---|---|---|
| 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 6354 launched at $2878 MSRP, while the Xeon 6505P debuted at $563. At current prices ($2898 vs $563), the Xeon 6505P is $2335 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Gold 6354 delivers 13.6 pts/$ vs 69.9 pts/$ for the Xeon 6505P — making the Xeon 6505P the 134.9% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6354 | Xeon 6505P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2878 | $563-80% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2898 | $563-81% |
| Performance per Dollar | 13.6 | 69.9+414% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2025 |
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