Xeon Platinum 8452Y vs Core i5-3335S
Xeon Platinum 8452Y
Core i5-3335S
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.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Xeon Platinum 8452Y is positioned at rank 646 and the Core i5-3335S is on rank 877, so the Xeon Platinum 8452Y offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8452Y
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3335S
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8452Y | Core i5-3335S |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | Balanced gaming performance | Balanced gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8452Y | Core i5-3335S |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($30) |
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 8452Y and Core i5-3335S
Xeon Platinum 8452Y
The Xeon Platinum 8452Y 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 36 cores and 72 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 67.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 3,641 points. Launch price was $3,995.
Core i5-3335S
The Core i5-3335S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 November 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 3,672 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8452Y packs 36 cores / 72 threads, while the Core i5-3335S offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8452Y has 32 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8452Y versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i5-3335S — identical boost frequencies (base: 2 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8452Y uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Core i5-3335S uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8452Y scores 3,641 against the Core i5-3335S's 3,672 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i5-3335S. L3 cache: 67.5 MB on the Xeon Platinum 8452Y vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-3335S.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8452Y | Core i5-3335S |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 36 / 72+800% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2 GHz | 2.7 GHz+35% |
| L3 Cache | 67.5 MB+1025% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-68% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 3,641 | 3,672 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8452Y uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i5-3335S uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8452Y | Core i5-3335S |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA1155 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
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