CPU
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Xeon Platinum 8362
Core Ultra 9 285
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 8362
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 285
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8362 | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($5,740) | ✅ More affordable ($550) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8362 | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+956%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($5,740) | ✅ More affordable ($550) |
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 8362 and Core Ultra 9 285
Xeon Platinum 8362
The Xeon Platinum 8362 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2021-04-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 48 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 265 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 56,787 points. Launch price was $3,500.
Core Ultra 9 285
The Core Ultra 9 285 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2025 (recentemente). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.5 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 57,442 points. Launch price was $579.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8362 packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Core Ultra 9 285 offers 24 cores / 24 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8362 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8362 versus 5.5 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 285 — a 41.8% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285 (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8362 uses the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Core Ultra 9 285 uses Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8362 scores 56,787 against the Core Ultra 9 285's 57,442 — a 1.1% lead for the Core Ultra 9 285. L3 cache: 48 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8362 vs 36 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 285.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8362 | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64+33% | 24 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 5.5 GHz+53% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz+12% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 48 MB (total)+33% | 36 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core)+200% |
| Process | 10 nm | 3 nm-70% |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-SP (2021) | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 56,787 | 57,442+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 40,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 3,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 20,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8362 uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core Ultra 9 285 uses LGA1851 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Xeon Platinum 8362 versus DDR5-6400 on the Core Ultra 9 285 — the Xeon Platinum 8362 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8362 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon Platinum 8362) vs 2 (Core Ultra 9 285). PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon Platinum 8362) vs 24 (Core Ultra 9 285) — the Xeon Platinum 8362 offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621A (Xeon Platinum 8362) and Intel 800 Series (Core Ultra 9 285).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8362 | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | LGA1851 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+63900% | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 192 GB+4915100% |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64+167% | 24 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon Platinum 8362 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Platinum 8362) vs Yes (Core Ultra 9 285). The Core Ultra 9 285 includes integrated graphics (Arc Graphics), while the Xeon Platinum 8362 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 9 285 targets High-End Gaming. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8362 rivals EPYC 7543.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8362 | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Arc Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | Yes |
| Target Use | — | High-End Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8362 launched at $6236 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 9 285 debuted at $589. At current prices ($5740 vs $550), the Core Ultra 9 285 is $5190 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Platinum 8362 delivers 9.9 pts/$ vs 104.4 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 9 285 — making the Core Ultra 9 285 the 165.4% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8362 | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $6236 | $589-91% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $5740 | $550-90% |
| Performance per Dollar | 9.9 | 104.4+955% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2025 |
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