CPU
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Xeon W-3365
Xeon Platinum 8362
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3365
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8362
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-3365 | Xeon Platinum 8362 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($3,499) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($5,740) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-W (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-3365 | Xeon Platinum 8362 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+66%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($3,499) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($5,740) |
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-3365 and Xeon Platinum 8362
Xeon W-3365
The Xeon W-3365 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2021-07-29. It is based on the Ice Lake-W (2021) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 48 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 57,312 points. Launch price was $3,499.
Xeon Platinum 8362
The Xeon Platinum 8362 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2021-04-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 48 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 265 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 56,787 points. Launch price was $3,500.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon W-3365 and Xeon Platinum 8362 share an identical 32-core/64-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon W-3365 versus 3.6 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8362 — a 10.5% clock advantage for the Xeon W-3365 (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Xeon W-3365 uses the Ice Lake-W (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon Platinum 8362 uses Ice Lake-SP (2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-3365 scores 57,312 against the Xeon Platinum 8362's 56,787 — a 0.9% lead for the Xeon W-3365. Both processors carry 48 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Xeon W-3365 | Xeon Platinum 8362 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64 | 32 / 64 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz+11% | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 2.8 GHz+4% |
| L3 Cache | 48 MB (total) | 48 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-W (2021) | Ice Lake-SP (2021) |
| PassMark | 57,312 | 56,787 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,960 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 16,817 | — |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA4189 socket with PCIe 5.0. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Xeon W-3365 versus 3200 on the Xeon Platinum 8362 — the Xeon Platinum 8362 supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 4096 GB of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 64 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: Intel C621A (Xeon W-3365) and C621A (Xeon Platinum 8362).
| Feature | Xeon W-3365 | Xeon Platinum 8362 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | LGA4189 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | 3200+79900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+104857500% | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64 | 64 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: true (Xeon W-3365) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Platinum 8362). Direct competitor: Xeon W-3365 rivals EPYC 7543; Xeon Platinum 8362 rivals EPYC 7543.
| Feature | Xeon W-3365 | Xeon Platinum 8362 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-3365 launched at $3499 MSRP, while the Xeon Platinum 8362 debuted at $6236. At current prices ($3499 vs $5740), the Xeon W-3365 is $2241 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-3365 delivers 16.4 pts/$ vs 9.9 pts/$ for the Xeon Platinum 8362 — making the Xeon W-3365 the 49.4% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-3365 | Xeon Platinum 8362 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3499-44% | $6236 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3499-39% | $5740 |
| Performance per Dollar | 16.4+66% | 9.9 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2021 |
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