Xeon Platinum 8571N vs Xeon w7-3555
Xeon Platinum 8571N
Xeon w7-3555
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8571N
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-3555
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8571N | Xeon w7-3555 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($418) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,199) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8571N | Xeon w7-3555 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+431%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($418) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,199) |
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 8571N and Xeon w7-3555
Xeon Platinum 8571N
The Xeon Platinum 8571N 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 52 cores and 104 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 300 MB (total). 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 MT/s (1 DPC). Passmark benchmark score: 68,385 points. Launch price was $6,839.
Xeon w7-3555
The Xeon w7-3555 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 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 75 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 325 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 67,754 points. Launch price was $2,339.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8571N packs 52 cores / 104 threads, while the Xeon w7-3555 offers 28 cores / 56 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8571N has 24 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8571N versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-3555 — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Xeon w7-3555 (base: 2.4 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8571N uses the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Xeon w7-3555 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8571N scores 68,385 against the Xeon w7-3555's 67,754 — a 0.9% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8571N. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,961 vs 2,300, a 15.9% lead for the Xeon w7-3555 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 60,000 vs 17,120 (111.2% advantage for the Xeon Platinum 8571N). L3 cache: 300 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8571N vs 75 MB on the Xeon w7-3555.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8571N | Xeon w7-3555 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 52 / 104+86% | 28 / 56 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4.8 GHz+20% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 2.7 GHz+13% |
| L3 Cache | 300 MB (total)+300% | 75 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Emerald Rapids (2023) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 68,385 | 67,754 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,961 | 2,300+17% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 60,000+250% | 17,120 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA4677 socket with PCIe 5.0. Both support up to DDR5-4800 memory speed. Both support up to 4096 GB of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 80 (Xeon Platinum 8571N) vs 112 (Xeon w7-3555) — the Xeon w7-3555 offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Platinum 8571N) and W790 (Xeon w7-3555).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8571N | Xeon w7-3555 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | 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 w7-3555 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 8571N) vs true (Xeon w7-3555). Primary use case: Xeon Platinum 8571N targets Cloud Server. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8571N rivals EPYC 9454; Xeon w7-3555 rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8571N | Xeon w7-3555 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
| Target Use | Cloud Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8571N launched at $599 MSRP, while the Xeon w7-3555 debuted at $2749. At current prices ($418 vs $2199), the Xeon Platinum 8571N is $1781 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Platinum 8571N delivers 163.6 pts/$ vs 30.8 pts/$ for the Xeon w7-3555 — making the Xeon Platinum 8571N the 136.6% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8571N | Xeon w7-3555 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599-78% | $2749 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $418-81% | $2199 |
| Performance per Dollar | 163.6+431% | 30.8 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2024 |
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