Xeon Platinum 8461V vs Xeon 6737P
Xeon Platinum 8461V
Xeon 6737P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8461V
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6737P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8461V | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($4,491) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,995) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8461V | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+5%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($4,491) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,995) |
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 8461V and Xeon 6737P
Xeon Platinum 8461V
The Xeon Platinum 8461V 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 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 97.5 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: 74,982 points. Launch price was $4,491.
Xeon 6737P
The Xeon 6737P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 144 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 79,634 points. Launch price was $4,995.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8461V packs 48 cores / 96 threads, while the Xeon 6737P offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8461V has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8461V versus 4 GHz on the Xeon 6737P — a 7.8% clock advantage for the Xeon 6737P (base: 2.2 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8461V uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Xeon 6737P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8461V scores 74,982 against the Xeon 6737P's 79,634 — a 6% lead for the Xeon 6737P. L3 cache: 97.5 MB on the Xeon Platinum 8461V vs 144 MB (total) on the Xeon 6737P.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8461V | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 48 / 96+50% | 32 / 64 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 4 GHz+8% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 2.9 GHz+32% |
| L3 Cache | 97.5 MB | 144 MB (total)+48% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | Intel 3 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 74,982 | 79,634+6% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 45,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8461V uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon 6737P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the Xeon Platinum 8461V versus DDR5-6400 on the Xeon 6737P — the Xeon Platinum 8461V supports 199.6% 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: 80 (Xeon Platinum 8461V) vs 88 (Xeon 6737P) — the Xeon 6737P offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Platinum 8461V) and C741 (Xeon 6737P).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8461V | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA4710 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800+95900% | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 80 | 88+10% |
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. Primary use case: Xeon 6737P targets High Performance Server. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8461V rivals EPYC 9454; Xeon 6737P rivals EPYC 9005.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8461V | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | High Performance Server |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8461V launched at $4491 MSRP, while the Xeon 6737P debuted at $4995. At current prices ($4491 vs $4995), the Xeon Platinum 8461V is $504 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Platinum 8461V delivers 16.7 pts/$ vs 15.9 pts/$ for the Xeon 6737P — making the Xeon Platinum 8461V the 4.6% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8461V | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $4491-10% | $4995 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $4491-10% | $4995 |
| Performance per Dollar | 16.7+5% | 15.9 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2025 |
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