Xeon W-3175X vs Xeon Gold 6444Y
Xeon W-3175X
Xeon Gold 6444Y
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3175X
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6444Y
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-3175X | Xeon Gold 6444Y |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($2,999) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,622) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-3175X | Xeon Gold 6444Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+18%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($2,999) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,622) |
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 6444Y
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 6444Y
The Xeon Gold 6444Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 45 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 47,176 points. Launch price was $1,517.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-3175X packs 28 cores / 56 threads, while the Xeon Gold 6444Y offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon W-3175X has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Xeon W-3175X versus 4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6444Y — a 5.1% clock advantage for the Xeon Gold 6444Y (base: 3.1 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Xeon W-3175X uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Xeon Gold 6444Y uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-3175X scores 46,125 against the Xeon Gold 6444Y's 47,176 — a 2.3% lead for the Xeon Gold 6444Y. L3 cache: 38.5 MB (total) on the Xeon W-3175X vs 45 MB on the Xeon Gold 6444Y.
| Feature | Xeon W-3175X | Xeon Gold 6444Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 28 / 56+75% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4 GHz+5% |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.6 GHz+16% |
| L3 Cache | 38.5 MB (total) | 45 MB+17% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 46,125 | 47,176+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 6444Y uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2666 on the Xeon W-3175X versus 5600 on the Xeon Gold 6444Y — the Xeon Gold 6444Y supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6444Y supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 512 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon W-3175X) vs 8 (Xeon Gold 6444Y). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon W-3175X) vs 80 (Xeon Gold 6444Y) — the Xeon Gold 6444Y offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel C621 (Xeon W-3175X) and C741 (Xeon Gold 6444Y).
| Feature | Xeon W-3175X | Xeon Gold 6444Y |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | 5600+139900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 512 GB+13107100% | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 6 | 8+33% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48 | 80+67% |
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 6444Y rivals EPYC 9384X.
| Feature | Xeon W-3175X | Xeon Gold 6444Y |
|---|---|---|
| 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 6444Y debuted at $3622.
| Feature | Xeon W-3175X | Xeon Gold 6444Y |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2999-17% | $3622 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2999 | — |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2023 |
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