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Xeon Max 9480
Xeon 6737P
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 Max 9480
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6737P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Max 9480 | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($12,980) | ✅ More affordable ($4,995) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids HBM (2023) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Max 9480 | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+150%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($12,980) | ✅ More affordable ($4,995) |
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 Max 9480 and Xeon 6737P
Xeon Max 9480
The Xeon Max 9480 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids HBM (2023) architecture. It features 56 cores and 112 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 112.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 82,913 points. Launch price was $12,980.
Xeon 6737P
The Xeon 6737P 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 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 144 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 79,634 points. Launch price was $4,995.
Processing Power
The Xeon Max 9480 packs 56 cores / 112 threads, while the Xeon 6737P offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon Max 9480 has 24 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Xeon Max 9480 versus 4 GHz on the Xeon 6737P — a 13.3% clock advantage for the Xeon 6737P (base: 1.9 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Xeon Max 9480 uses the Sapphire Rapids HBM (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon 6737P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Max 9480 scores 82,913 against the Xeon 6737P's 79,634 — a 4% lead for the Xeon Max 9480. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,900 vs 2,000, a 5.1% lead for the Xeon 6737P that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 55,000 vs 45,000 (20% advantage for the Xeon Max 9480). L3 cache: 112.5 MB on the Xeon Max 9480 vs 144 MB (total) on the Xeon 6737P.
| Feature | Xeon Max 9480 | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 56 / 112+75% | 32 / 64 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 4 GHz+14% |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.9 GHz+53% |
| L3 Cache | 112.5 MB | 144 MB (total)+28% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | Intel 3 nm-70% |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids HBM (2023) | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 82,913+4% | 79,634 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,900 | 2,000+5% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 55,000+22% | 45,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Max 9480 uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon 6737P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-4800 memory speed. Both support up to 4096 GB of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 80 (Xeon Max 9480) vs 88 (Xeon 6737P) — the Xeon 6737P offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Max 9480) and C741 (Xeon 6737P).
| Feature | Xeon Max 9480 | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA4710 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB | 4096 GB |
| 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 Max 9480 targets HPC Server, Xeon 6737P targets High Performance Server. Direct competitor: Xeon Max 9480 rivals EPYC 9684X; Xeon 6737P rivals EPYC 9005.
| Feature | Xeon Max 9480 | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | HPC Server | High Performance Server |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Max 9480 launched at $12980 MSRP, while the Xeon 6737P debuted at $4995. At current prices ($12980 vs $4995), the Xeon 6737P is $7985 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Max 9480 delivers 6.4 pts/$ vs 15.9 pts/$ for the Xeon 6737P — making the Xeon 6737P the 85.6% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Max 9480 | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $12980 | $4995-62% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $12980 | $4995-62% |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.4 | 15.9+148% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2025 |
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