Xeon W-3175X vs Xeon Gold 6342
Xeon W-3175X
Xeon Gold 6342
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3175X
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6342
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-3175X | Xeon Gold 6342 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($2,999) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,000) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-3175X | Xeon Gold 6342 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($2,999) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,000) |
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 W-3175X and Xeon Gold 6342
Xeon W-3175X
The Xeon W-3175X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 December 2018 (6 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 38.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 255 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 46,125 points. Launch price was $2,999.
Xeon Gold 6342
The Xeon Gold 6342 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 230 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 47,076 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-3175X packs 28 cores / 56 threads, while the Xeon Gold 6342 offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the Xeon W-3175X has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Xeon W-3175X versus 3.5 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6342 — a 8.2% clock advantage for the Xeon W-3175X (base: 3.1 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Xeon W-3175X uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon Gold 6342 uses Ice Lake-SP (2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-3175X scores 46,125 against the Xeon Gold 6342's 47,076 — a 2% lead for the Xeon Gold 6342. L3 cache: 38.5 MB (total) on the Xeon W-3175X vs 36 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 6342.
| Feature | Xeon W-3175X | Xeon Gold 6342 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 28 / 56+17% | 24 / 48 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz+9% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz+11% | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 38.5 MB (total)+7% | 36 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 10 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Ice Lake-SP (2021) |
| PassMark | 46,125 | 47,076+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 31,350 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,467 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 17,358 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-3175X uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Xeon Gold 6342 uses LGA4189 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2666 on the Xeon W-3175X versus 3200 on the Xeon Gold 6342 — the Xeon Gold 6342 supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6342 supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 512 GB — 169.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon W-3175X) vs 8 (Xeon Gold 6342). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon W-3175X) vs 64 (Xeon Gold 6342) — the Xeon Gold 6342 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel C621 (Xeon W-3175X) and C621A (Xeon Gold 6342).
| Feature | Xeon W-3175X | Xeon Gold 6342 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA4189 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | 3200+79900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 512 GB+8738033% | 6144 |
| RAM Channels | 6 | 8+33% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48 | 64+33% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon W-3175X 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. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6342 rivals EPYC 7443.
| Feature | Xeon W-3175X | Xeon Gold 6342 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-3175X launched at $2999 MSRP, while the Xeon Gold 6342 debuted at $2977. At current prices ($2999 vs $3000), the Xeon W-3175X is $1 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-3175X delivers 15.4 pts/$ vs 15.7 pts/$ for the Xeon Gold 6342 — making the Xeon Gold 6342 the 2% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-3175X | Xeon Gold 6342 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2999 | $2977 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2999 | $3000 |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.4 | 15.7+2% |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2021 |
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