Xeon Gold 6438Y+ vs Xeon 6710E
Xeon Gold 6438Y+
Xeon 6710E
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6438Y+
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6710E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6438Y+ | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($389) | ✅ More affordable ($344) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sierra Forest (2024) / Intel 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6438Y+ | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+11%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($389) | ✅ More affordable ($344) |
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 6438Y+ and Xeon 6710E
Xeon Gold 6438Y+
The Xeon Gold 6438Y+ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 60 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 62,660 points. Launch price was $3,141.
Xeon 6710E
The Xeon 6710E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 June 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sierra Forest (2024) architecture. It features 64 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 4 MB (per module). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 61,404 points. Launch price was $2,749.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6438Y+ packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Xeon 6710E offers 64 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon 6710E has 32 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6438Y+ versus 3.2 GHz on the Xeon 6710E — a 22.2% clock advantage for the Xeon Gold 6438Y+ (base: 2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6438Y+ uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon 6710E uses Sierra Forest (2024) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6438Y+ scores 62,660 against the Xeon 6710E's 61,404 — a 2% lead for the Xeon Gold 6438Y+. L3 cache: 60 MB on the Xeon Gold 6438Y+ vs 96 MB (total) on the Xeon 6710E.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6438Y+ | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64 | 64 / 64+100% |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+25% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.4 GHz+20% |
| L3 Cache | 60 MB | 96 MB (total)+60% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 4 MB (per module)+100% |
| Process | 10 nm | Intel 3 nm-70% |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Sierra Forest (2024) |
| PassMark | 62,660+2% | 61,404 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,225 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 10,400 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6438Y+ uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon 6710E uses LGA4710 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the Xeon Gold 6438Y+ versus DDR5-5600 on the Xeon 6710E — the Xeon Gold 6438Y+ supports 199.6% 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: 80 (Xeon Gold 6438Y+) vs 88 (Xeon 6710E) — the Xeon 6710E offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Gold 6438Y+) and C741 (Xeon 6710E).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6438Y+ | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA4710 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800+95900% | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 80 | 88+10% |
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. Primary use case: Xeon 6710E targets High Efficiency Server. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6438Y+ rivals EPYC 9354; Xeon 6710E rivals EPYC 9534.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6438Y+ | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | High Efficiency Server |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Gold 6438Y+ launched at $2607 MSRP, while the Xeon 6710E debuted at $1565. At current prices ($389 vs $344), the Xeon 6710E is $45 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Gold 6438Y+ delivers 161.1 pts/$ vs 178.5 pts/$ for the Xeon 6710E — making the Xeon 6710E the 10.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6438Y+ | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2607 | $1565-40% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $389 | $344-12% |
| Performance per Dollar | 161.1 | 178.5+11% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2024 |
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