CPU
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Xeon Platinum 8168
Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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 Platinum 8168
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8168 | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($500) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Strix Point-HX PRO (Zen 5/5c) (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8168 | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($500) |
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 8168 and Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370
Xeon Platinum 8168
The Xeon Platinum 8168 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 2.7 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): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 32,373 points. Launch price was $5,890.
Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370
The Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Strix Point-HX PRO (Zen 5/5c) (2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 32,841 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8168 packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8168 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8168 versus 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 — a 31.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8168 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 uses Strix Point-HX PRO (Zen 5/5c) (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8168 scores 32,373 against the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370's 32,841 — a 1.4% lead for the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370. L3 cache: 33 MB on the Xeon Platinum 8168 vs 16 MB on the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8168 | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+100% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 5.1 GHz+38% |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz+35% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 33 MB+106% | 16 MB |
| L2 Cache | 24 MB+2300% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 4 nm-71% |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Strix Point-HX PRO (Zen 5/5c) (2025) |
| PassMark | 32,373 | 32,841+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8168 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 uses FP8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2666 on the Xeon Platinum 8168 versus LPDDR5X-8000 on the Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 — the Xeon Platinum 8168 supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8168 supports up to 768 of RAM compared to 64 GB — 169.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Platinum 8168) vs 2 (Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Platinum 8168) vs 20 (Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370) — the Xeon Platinum 8168 offers 28 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8168 | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | FP8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | 2666+53220% | LPDDR5X-8000 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 768 | 64 GB+8738033% |
| RAM Channels | 6+200% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48+140% | 20 |
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 Platinum 8168) vs AMD-V (Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370). The Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 includes integrated graphics (Radeon 890M), while the Xeon Platinum 8168 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 targets Mobile Workstation / AI. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8168 rivals EPYC 7501.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8168 | Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Radeon 890M |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Mobile Workstation / AI |
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