CPU
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Xeon Gold 6526Y
Ryzen 7 8840HX
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 6526Y
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 8840HX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6526Y | Ryzen 7 8840HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,878) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Dragon Range (2025) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6526Y | Ryzen 7 8840HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,878) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 6526Y and Ryzen 7 8840HX
Xeon Gold 6526Y
The Xeon Gold 6526Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 37.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 195 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 43,195 points. Launch price was $1,517.
Ryzen 7 8840HX
The Ryzen 7 8840HX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 April 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Dragon Range (2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: FL1. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 42,275 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6526Y packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Ryzen 7 8840HX offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Xeon Gold 6526Y has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6526Y versus 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen 7 8840HX — a 26.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 8840HX (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6526Y uses the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 7 8840HX uses Dragon Range (2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6526Y scores 43,195 against the Ryzen 7 8840HX's 42,275 — a 2.2% lead for the Xeon Gold 6526Y. L3 cache: 37.5 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 6526Y vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 8840HX.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6526Y | Ryzen 7 8840HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+33% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz | 5.1 GHz+31% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 2.9 GHz+4% |
| L3 Cache | 37.5 MB (total) | 64 MB (total)+71% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 5 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Emerald Rapids (2023) | Dragon Range (2025) |
| PassMark | 43,195+2% | 42,275 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6526Y uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 7 8840HX uses FL1 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5200 on the Xeon Gold 6526Y versus 5600 on the Ryzen 7 8840HX — the Ryzen 7 8840HX supports 7.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6526Y supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 64 — 193.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon Gold 6526Y) vs 2 (Ryzen 7 8840HX). PCIe lanes: 80 (Xeon Gold 6526Y) vs 28 (Ryzen 7 8840HX) — the Xeon Gold 6526Y offers 52 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Gold 6526Y) and FP8,FP7 (Ryzen 7 8840HX).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6526Y | Ryzen 7 8840HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | FL1 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5200 | 5600+8% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096+6300% | 64 |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 80+186% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Gold 6526Y) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen 7 8840HX). The Ryzen 7 8840HX includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon 780M), while the Xeon Gold 6526Y requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6526Y rivals EPYC 9334; Ryzen 7 8840HX rivals Core i7-13700H.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6526Y | Ryzen 7 8840HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | AMD Radeon 780M |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
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