Xeon Platinum 8352M vs Xeon w5-3525
Xeon Platinum 8352M
Xeon w5-3525
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8352M
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-3525
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8352M | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,471) | ✅ More affordable ($1,392) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8352M | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+228%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,471) | ✅ More affordable ($1,392) |
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 8352M and Xeon w5-3525
Xeon Platinum 8352M
The Xeon Platinum 8352M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 48 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 185 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 44,406 points. Launch price was $800.
Xeon w5-3525
The Xeon w5-3525 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 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 45 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 290 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 45,311 points. Launch price was $1,339.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8352M packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Xeon w5-3525 offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8352M has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8352M versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w5-3525 — a 31.3% clock advantage for the Xeon w5-3525 (base: 2.3 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8352M uses the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon w5-3525 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8352M scores 44,406 against the Xeon w5-3525's 45,311 — a 2% lead for the Xeon w5-3525. L3 cache: 48 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8352M vs 45 MB on the Xeon w5-3525.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352M | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64+100% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 4.8 GHz+37% |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz | 3.2 GHz+39% |
| L3 Cache | 48 MB (total)+7% | 45 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 10 nm | Intel 7 nm-30% |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-SP (2021) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 44,406 | 45,311+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8352M uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon w5-3525 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Xeon Platinum 8352M versus 4800 on the Xeon w5-3525 — the Xeon w5-3525 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 4096 of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon Platinum 8352M) vs 112 (Xeon w5-3525) — the Xeon w5-3525 offers 48 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621A (Xeon Platinum 8352M) and W790 (Xeon w5-3525).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352M | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200 | 4800+50% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64 | 112+75% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w5-3525 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. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8352M rivals EPYC 7543; Xeon w5-3525 rivals Threadripper PRO 7955WX.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352M | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8352M launched at $4471 MSRP, while the Xeon w5-3525 debuted at $1339. At current prices ($4471 vs $1392), the Xeon w5-3525 is $3079 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Platinum 8352M delivers 9.9 pts/$ vs 32.6 pts/$ for the Xeon w5-3525 — making the Xeon w5-3525 the 106.5% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352M | Xeon w5-3525 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $4471 | $1339-70% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $4471 | $1392-69% |
| Performance per Dollar | 9.9 | 32.6+229% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2024 |
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