Xeon W-3335 vs Core Ultra 5 245
Xeon W-3335
Core Ultra 5 245
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3335
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 5 245
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-3335 | Core Ultra 5 245 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,200) | ✅ More affordable ($220) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-W (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-3335 | Core Ultra 5 245 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+458%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,200) | ✅ More affordable ($220) |
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-3335 and Core Ultra 5 245
Xeon W-3335
The Xeon W-3335 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-W (2021) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 39,293 points. Launch price was $800.
Core Ultra 5 245
The Core Ultra 5 245 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 7 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 14 cores and 14 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 40,165 points. Launch price was $270.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-3335 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Core Ultra 5 245 offers 14 cores / 14 threads — the Xeon W-3335 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon W-3335 versus 5.1 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 245 — a 24.2% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 5 245 (base: 3.4 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Xeon W-3335 uses the Ice Lake-W (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Core Ultra 5 245 uses Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-3335 scores 39,293 against the Core Ultra 5 245's 40,165 — a 2.2% lead for the Core Ultra 5 245. Both processors carry 24 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Xeon W-3335 | Core Ultra 5 245 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+14% | 14 / 14 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 5.1 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.5 GHz+3% |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total) | 24 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core)+200% |
| Process | 10 nm | 3 nm-70% |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-W (2021) | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 39,293 | 40,165+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-3335 uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core Ultra 5 245 uses LGA1851 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Xeon W-3335 versus 6400 on the Core Ultra 5 245 — the Core Ultra 5 245 supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon W-3335 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 256 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon W-3335) vs 2 (Core Ultra 5 245). PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon W-3335) vs 20 (Core Ultra 5 245) — the Xeon W-3335 offers 44 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon W-3335) and Z890,B860 (Core Ultra 5 245).
| Feature | Xeon W-3335 | Core Ultra 5 245 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | LGA1851 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200 | 6400+100% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096+1500% | 256 |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64+220% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Xeon W-3335 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. The Core Ultra 5 245 includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics), while the Xeon W-3335 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Xeon W-3335 rivals EPYC 7402; Core Ultra 5 245 rivals Ryzen 5 9600X.
| Feature | Xeon W-3335 | Core Ultra 5 245 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-3335 launched at $1430 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 5 245 debuted at $319. At current prices ($1200 vs $220), the Core Ultra 5 245 is $980 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-3335 delivers 32.7 pts/$ vs 182.6 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 5 245 — making the Core Ultra 5 245 the 139.2% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-3335 | Core Ultra 5 245 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1430 | $319-78% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1200 | $220-82% |
| Performance per Dollar | 32.7 | 182.6+458% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2025 |
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