Xeon Platinum 8368Q vs Core i9-13980HX
Xeon Platinum 8368Q
Core i9-13980HX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8368Q
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-13980HX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8368Q | Core i9-13980HX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,719) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-HX (2023) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8368Q | Core i9-13980HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,719) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 8368Q and Core i9-13980HX
Xeon Platinum 8368Q
The Xeon Platinum 8368Q is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 38 cores and 76 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 57 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 46,681 points. Launch price was $800.
Core i9-13980HX
The Core i9-13980HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-HX (2023) architecture. It features 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.5 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1964. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 45,950 points. Launch price was $668.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8368Q packs 38 cores / 76 threads, while the Core i9-13980HX offers 24 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8368Q has 14 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8368Q versus 5.5 GHz on the Core i9-13980HX — a 39.1% clock advantage for the Core i9-13980HX (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8368Q uses the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i9-13980HX uses Raptor Lake-HX (2023) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8368Q scores 46,681 against the Core i9-13980HX's 45,950 — a 1.6% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8368Q. L3 cache: 57 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8368Q vs 36 MB (total) on the Core i9-13980HX.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8368Q | Core i9-13980HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 38 / 76+58% | 24 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 5.5 GHz+49% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+18% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 57 MB (total)+58% | 36 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 10 nm | Intel 7 nm-30% |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-SP (2021) | Raptor Lake-HX (2023) |
| PassMark | 46,681+2% | 45,950 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8368Q uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i9-13980HX uses FCBGA1964 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Xeon Platinum 8368Q versus 5600 on the Core i9-13980HX — the Core i9-13980HX supports 54.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8368Q supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 192 — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon Platinum 8368Q) vs 2 (Core i9-13980HX). PCIe lanes: 128 (Xeon Platinum 8368Q) vs 20 (Core i9-13980HX) — the Xeon Platinum 8368Q offers 108 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP3,C621A (Xeon Platinum 8368Q) and Raptor Lake-HX (Core i9-13980HX).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8368Q | Core i9-13980HX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | FCBGA1964 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200 | 5600+75% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096+2033% | 192 |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+540% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i9-13980HX 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. The Core i9-13980HX includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics), while the Xeon Platinum 8368Q requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8368Q rivals Xeon Platinum 8362; Core i9-13980HX rivals Ryzen 9 7945HX.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8368Q | Core i9-13980HX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
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