Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ vs Core Ultra 7 265
Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
Core Ultra 7 265
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 7 265
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | Core Ultra 7 265 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,000) | ✅ More affordable ($320) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | Core Ultra 7 265 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2065%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,000) | ✅ More affordable ($320) |
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 8562Y+ and Core Ultra 7 265
Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 60 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 50,189 points. Launch price was $5,945.
Core Ultra 7 265
The Core Ultra 7 265 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 20 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 30 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: 49,666 points. Launch price was $394.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Core Ultra 7 265 offers 20 cores / 20 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ versus 5.3 GHz on the Core Ultra 7 265 — a 25.5% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 7 265 (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ uses the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Core Ultra 7 265 uses Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ scores 50,189 against the Core Ultra 7 265's 49,666 — a 1% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+. L3 cache: 60 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ vs 30 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 7 265.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | Core Ultra 7 265 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64+60% | 20 / 20 |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz | 5.3 GHz+29% |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz+17% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 60 MB (total)+100% | 30 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core)+50% |
| Process | 10 nm | 3 nm-70% |
| Architecture | Emerald Rapids (2023) | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 50,189+1% | 49,666 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core Ultra 7 265 uses LGA1851 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ versus 6400 on the Core Ultra 7 265 — the Core Ultra 7 265 supports 13.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 256 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon Platinum 8562Y+) vs 2 (Core Ultra 7 265). PCIe lanes: 80 (Xeon Platinum 8562Y+) vs 24 (Core Ultra 7 265) — the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ offers 56 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Platinum 8562Y+) and Z890,B860 (Core Ultra 7 265).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | Core Ultra 7 265 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA1851 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600 | 6400+14% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096+1500% | 256 |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 80+233% | 24 |
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. The Core Ultra 7 265 includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc Graphics), while the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ rivals EPYC 9474F; Core Ultra 7 265 rivals Ryzen 7 9700X.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | Core Ultra 7 265 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Intel Arc Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ launched at $5945 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 7 265 debuted at $384. At current prices ($7000 vs $320), the Core Ultra 7 265 is $6680 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ delivers 7.2 pts/$ vs 155.2 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 7 265 — making the Core Ultra 7 265 the 182.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | Core Ultra 7 265 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5945 | $384-94% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $7000 | $320-95% |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.2 | 155.2+2056% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2025 |
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