Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ vs Xeon 6736P
Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
Xeon 6736P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6736P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | Xeon 6736P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,000) | ✅ More affordable ($3,351) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | Xeon 6736P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+108%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,000) | ✅ More affordable ($3,351) |
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 Xeon 6736P
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.
Xeon 6736P
The Xeon 6736P 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 36 cores and 72 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 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): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 50,072 points. Launch price was $3,351.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Xeon 6736P offers 36 cores / 72 threads — the Xeon 6736P has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ versus 4.1 GHz on the Xeon 6736P — identical boost frequencies (base: 2.8 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ uses the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon 6736P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ scores 50,189 against the Xeon 6736P's 50,072 — a 0.2% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+. L3 cache: 60 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ vs 144 MB (total) on the Xeon 6736P.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | Xeon 6736P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64 | 36 / 72+13% |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz | 4.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz+40% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 60 MB (total) | 144 MB (total)+140% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | Intel 3 nm-70% |
| Architecture | Emerald Rapids (2023) | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 50,189 | 50,072 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon 6736P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ versus 6400 on the Xeon 6736P — the Xeon 6736P supports 13.3% 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 8562Y+) vs 88 (Xeon 6736P) — the Xeon 6736P offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Platinum 8562Y+) and Granite Rapids-SP (Xeon 6736P).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | Xeon 6736P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA4710 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600 | 6400+14% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 |
| 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. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ rivals EPYC 9474F; Xeon 6736P rivals EPYC 9684X.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | Xeon 6736P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| 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 Xeon 6736P debuted at $3351. At current prices ($7000 vs $3351), the Xeon 6736P is $3649 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ delivers 7.2 pts/$ vs 14.9 pts/$ for the Xeon 6736P — making the Xeon 6736P the 70.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ | Xeon 6736P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5945 | $3351-44% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $7000 | $3351-52% |
| Performance per Dollar | 7.2 | 14.9+107% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2025 |
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