Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ vs Xeon w9-3575X
Xeon Platinum 8568Y+
Xeon w9-3575X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8568Y+
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w9-3575X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($6,497) | ✅ More affordable ($675) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+897%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($6,497) | ✅ More affordable ($675) |
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 8568Y+ and Xeon w9-3575X
Xeon Platinum 8568Y+
The Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ 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 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 300 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 79,683 points. Launch price was $6,497.
Xeon w9-3575X
The Xeon w9-3575X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 44 cores and 88 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 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): 340 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 82,507 points. Launch price was $3,789.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ packs 48 cores / 96 threads, while the Xeon w9-3575X offers 44 cores / 88 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w9-3575X — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Xeon w9-3575X (base: 2.3 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ uses the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon w9-3575X uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ scores 79,683 against the Xeon w9-3575X's 82,507 — a 3.5% lead for the Xeon w9-3575X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,961 vs 2,300, a 15.9% lead for the Xeon w9-3575X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 55,000 vs 19,320 (96% advantage for the Xeon Platinum 8568Y+). L3 cache: 300 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ vs 97.5 MB on the Xeon w9-3575X.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 48 / 96+9% | 44 / 88 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4.8 GHz+20% |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz+5% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 300 MB (total)+208% | 97.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | Intel 7 nm-30% |
| Architecture | Emerald Rapids (2023) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 79,683 | 82,507+4% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 60,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,961 | 2,300+17% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 55,000+185% | 19,320 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA4677 socket with PCIe 5.0. Both support up to DDR5-5600 memory speed. Both support up to 4096 GB of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 80 (Xeon Platinum 8568Y+) vs 112 (Xeon w9-3575X) — the Xeon w9-3575X offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Platinum 8568Y+) and W790 (Xeon w9-3575X).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5600 | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB | 4096 GB |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 80 | 112+40% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w9-3575X 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. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Platinum 8568Y+) vs true (Xeon w9-3575X). Primary use case: Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ targets High Performance Server. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ rivals EPYC 9554; Xeon w9-3575X rivals Ryzen Threadripper 7970X.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
| Target Use | High Performance Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ launched at $6497 MSRP, while the Xeon w9-3575X debuted at $3789. At current prices ($6497 vs $675), the Xeon w9-3575X is $5822 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ delivers 12.3 pts/$ vs 122.2 pts/$ for the Xeon w9-3575X — making the Xeon w9-3575X the 163.5% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $6497 | $3789-42% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $6497 | $675-90% |
| Performance per Dollar | 12.3 | 122.2+893% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2024 |
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