Xeon Platinum 8160M vs Xeon w7-3455
Xeon Platinum 8160M
Xeon w7-3455
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8160M
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-3455
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8160M | Xeon w7-3455 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($350) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,625) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8160M | Xeon w7-3455 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+626%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($350) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,625) |
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 Platinum 8160M and Xeon w7-3455
Xeon Platinum 8160M
The Xeon Platinum 8160M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 25 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 33 MB. L2 cache: 24 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 53,158 points. Launch price was $7,704.
Xeon w7-3455
The Xeon w7-3455 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 67.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 54,925 points. Launch price was $2,489.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon Platinum 8160M and Xeon w7-3455 share an identical 24-core/48-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8160M versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-3455 — a 25.9% clock advantage for the Xeon w7-3455 (base: 2.1 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8160M uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon w7-3455 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8160M scores 53,158 against the Xeon w7-3455's 54,925 — a 3.3% lead for the Xeon w7-3455. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 850 vs 1,900, a 76.4% lead for the Xeon w7-3455 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 15,000 vs 1,898 (155.1% advantage for the Xeon Platinum 8160M). L3 cache: 33 MB on the Xeon Platinum 8160M vs 67.5 MB on the Xeon w7-3455.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8160M | Xeon w7-3455 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48 | 24 / 48 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 4.8 GHz+30% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 2.5 GHz+19% |
| L3 Cache | 33 MB | 67.5 MB+105% |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+1100% | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 53,158 | 54,925+3% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 850 | 1,900+124% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 15,000+690% | 1,898 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8160M uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon w7-3455 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2666 on the Xeon Platinum 8160M versus DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w7-3455 — the Xeon w7-3455 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w7-3455 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 1536 GB — 90.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Platinum 8160M) vs 8 (Xeon w7-3455). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Platinum 8160M) vs 112 (Xeon w7-3455) — the Xeon w7-3455 offers 64 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621 (Xeon Platinum 8160M) and Intel W790 (Xeon w7-3455).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8160M | Xeon w7-3455 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | DDR5-4800+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1536 GB | 4096 GB+167% |
| RAM Channels | 6 | 8+33% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48 | 112+133% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w7-3455 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 Platinum 8160M) vs true (Xeon w7-3455). Primary use case: Xeon Platinum 8160M targets Datacenter. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8160M rivals EPYC 7401; Xeon w7-3455 rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8160M | Xeon w7-3455 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
| Target Use | Datacenter | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8160M launched at $5000 MSRP, while the Xeon w7-3455 debuted at $2489. At current prices ($350 vs $2625), the Xeon Platinum 8160M is $2275 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Platinum 8160M delivers 151.9 pts/$ vs 20.9 pts/$ for the Xeon w7-3455 — making the Xeon Platinum 8160M the 151.6% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8160M | Xeon w7-3455 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5000 | $2489-50% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $350-87% | $2625 |
| Performance per Dollar | 151.9+627% | 20.9 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2023 |
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