Xeon Max 9480 vs Xeon w9-3575X
Xeon Max 9480
Xeon w9-3575X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Max 9480
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w9-3575X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Max 9480 | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($12,980) | ✅ More affordable ($675) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids HBM (2023) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Max 9480 | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1814%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($12,980) | ✅ More affordable ($675) |
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 w9-3575X
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 w9-3575X
The Xeon w9-3575X 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 44 cores and 88 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 97.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 340 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 82,507 points. Launch price was $3,789.
Processing Power
The Xeon Max 9480 packs 56 cores / 112 threads, while the Xeon w9-3575X offers 44 cores / 88 threads — the Xeon Max 9480 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Xeon Max 9480 versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w9-3575X — a 31.3% clock advantage for the Xeon w9-3575X (base: 1.9 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Xeon Max 9480 uses the Sapphire Rapids HBM (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon w9-3575X uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Max 9480 scores 82,913 against the Xeon w9-3575X's 82,507 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon Max 9480. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,900 vs 2,300, a 19% lead for the Xeon w9-3575X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 55,000 vs 19,320 (96% advantage for the Xeon Max 9480). L3 cache: 112.5 MB on the Xeon Max 9480 vs 97.5 MB on the Xeon w9-3575X.
| Feature | Xeon Max 9480 | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 56 / 112+27% | 44 / 88 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 4.8 GHz+37% |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.2 GHz+16% |
| L3 Cache | 112.5 MB+15% | 97.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | Intel 7 nm-30% |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids HBM (2023) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 82,913 | 82,507 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 60,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,900 | 2,300+21% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 55,000+185% | 19,320 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA4677 socket with PCIe 4.0. 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 112 (Xeon w9-3575X) — the Xeon w9-3575X offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Max 9480) and W790 (Xeon w9-3575X).
| Feature | Xeon Max 9480 | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB | 4096 GB |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 80 | 112+40% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w9-3575X 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. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Max 9480) vs true (Xeon w9-3575X). Primary use case: Xeon Max 9480 targets HPC Server. Direct competitor: Xeon Max 9480 rivals EPYC 9684X; Xeon w9-3575X rivals Ryzen Threadripper 7970X.
| Feature | Xeon Max 9480 | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
| Target Use | HPC Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Max 9480 launched at $12980 MSRP, while the Xeon w9-3575X debuted at $3789. At current prices ($12980 vs $675), the Xeon w9-3575X is $12305 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Max 9480 delivers 6.4 pts/$ vs 122.2 pts/$ for the Xeon w9-3575X — making the Xeon w9-3575X the 180.1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Max 9480 | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $12980 | $3789-71% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $12980 | $675-95% |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.4 | 122.2+1809% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2024 |
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