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Xeon Platinum 8352Y
Xeon Gold 6448H
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 8352Y
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6448H
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Xeon Gold 6448H |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,995) | ✅ More affordable ($3,658) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Xeon Gold 6448H |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+12%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,995) | ✅ More affordable ($3,658) |
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 8352Y and Xeon Gold 6448H
Xeon Platinum 8352Y
The Xeon Platinum 8352Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2021-04-06. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 48 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 68,643 points. Launch price was $3,995.
Xeon Gold 6448H
The Xeon Gold 6448H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 60 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 70,292 points. Launch price was $3,658.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon Platinum 8352Y and Xeon Gold 6448H share an identical 32-core/64-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8352Y versus 4.1 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6448H — a 18.7% clock advantage for the Xeon Gold 6448H (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6448H is built on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8352Y scores 68,643 against the Xeon Gold 6448H's 70,292 — a 2.4% lead for the Xeon Gold 6448H. L3 cache: 48 MB on the Xeon Platinum 8352Y vs 60 MB on the Xeon Gold 6448H.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Xeon Gold 6448H |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64 | 32 / 64 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 4.1 GHz+21% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.4 GHz+9% |
| L3 Cache | 48 MB | 60 MB+25% |
| L2 Cache | — | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | Intel 7 nm-30% |
| Architecture | — | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 68,643 | 70,292+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8352Y uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Gold 6448H uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Xeon Platinum 8352Y versus 4800 on the Xeon Gold 6448H — the Xeon Gold 6448H 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 8352Y) vs 80 (Xeon Gold 6448H) — the Xeon Gold 6448H offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621A (Xeon Platinum 8352Y) and C741 (Xeon Gold 6448H).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Xeon Gold 6448H |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 80+25% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8352Y rivals EPYC 7543; Xeon Gold 6448H rivals EPYC 9454.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Xeon Gold 6448H |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8352Y launched at $3995 MSRP, while the Xeon Gold 6448H debuted at $3658.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Xeon Gold 6448H |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3995 | $3658-8% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2023 |
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