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Xeon Platinum 8168
Xeon w5-2445
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 Platinum 8168
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-2445
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8168 | Xeon w5-2445 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8168 | Xeon w5-2445 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 Xeon w5-2445
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.
Xeon w5-2445
The Xeon w5-2445 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 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 26.25 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 175 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 32,213 points. Launch price was $839.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8168 packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Xeon w5-2445 offers 10 cores / 20 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8168 has 14 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8168 versus 4.6 GHz on the Xeon w5-2445 — a 21.7% clock advantage for the Xeon w5-2445 (base: 2.7 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8168 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon w5-2445 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8168 scores 32,373 against the Xeon w5-2445's 32,213 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8168. L3 cache: 33 MB on the Xeon Platinum 8168 vs 26.25 MB on the Xeon w5-2445.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8168 | Xeon w5-2445 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+140% | 10 / 20 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 4.6 GHz+24% |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.1 GHz+15% |
| L3 Cache | 33 MB+26% | 26.25 MB |
| 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 | 32,373 | 32,213 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 15,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,822 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 10,719 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8168 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon w5-2445 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2666 on the Xeon Platinum 8168 versus DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w5-2445 — the Xeon Platinum 8168 supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w5-2445 supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 768 — 90.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Platinum 8168) vs 4 (Xeon w5-2445). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Platinum 8168) vs 64 (Xeon w5-2445) — the Xeon w5-2445 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621 (Xeon Platinum 8168) and W790 (Xeon w5-2445).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8168 | Xeon w5-2445 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | 2666+53220% | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 768 | 2048 GB+279620167% |
| RAM Channels | 6+50% | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48 | 64+33% |
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 VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon w5-2445). Primary use case: Xeon w5-2445 targets Professional Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8168 rivals EPYC 7501; Xeon w5-2445 rivals Threadripper 7945WX.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8168 | Xeon w5-2445 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Professional Workstation |
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