Xeon w5-2455X vs Xeon 6724P
Xeon w5-2455X
Xeon 6724P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-2455X
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6724P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w5-2455X | Xeon 6724P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,049) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,622) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w5-2455X | Xeon 6724P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+237%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,049) | ⚠️ 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 w5-2455X and Xeon 6724P
Xeon w5-2455X
The Xeon w5-2455X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 37,109 points. Launch price was $1,039.
Xeon 6724P
The Xeon 6724P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 72 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 210 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 38,061 points. Launch price was $3,622.
Processing Power
The Xeon w5-2455X packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Xeon 6724P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon 6724P has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Xeon w5-2455X versus 4.3 GHz on the Xeon 6724P — a 6.7% clock advantage for the Xeon w5-2455X (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Xeon w5-2455X uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Xeon 6724P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w5-2455X scores 37,109 against the Xeon 6724P's 38,061 — a 2.5% lead for the Xeon 6724P. L3 cache: 30 MB on the Xeon w5-2455X vs 72 MB (total) on the Xeon 6724P.
| Feature | Xeon w5-2455X | Xeon 6724P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 16 / 32+33% |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+7% | 4.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.6 GHz+12% |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB | 72 MB (total)+140% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | Intel 3 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 37,109 | 38,061+3% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,800 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 25,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w5-2455X uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon 6724P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the Xeon w5-2455X versus DDR5-6400 on the Xeon 6724P — the Xeon w5-2455X supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon 6724P supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 2048 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon w5-2455X) vs 8 (Xeon 6724P). PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon w5-2455X) vs 88 (Xeon 6724P) — the Xeon 6724P offers 24 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w5-2455X) and C741 (Xeon 6724P).
| Feature | Xeon w5-2455X | Xeon 6724P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA4710 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800+95900% | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 | 4096 GB+209715100% |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 8+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64 | 88+38% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w5-2455X 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. Primary use case: Xeon 6724P targets Server. Direct competitor: Xeon w5-2455X rivals Threadripper 7960X; Xeon 6724P rivals EPYC 9554.
| Feature | Xeon w5-2455X | Xeon 6724P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Server |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w5-2455X launched at $1039 MSRP, while the Xeon 6724P debuted at $3622. At current prices ($1049 vs $3622), the Xeon w5-2455X is $2573 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w5-2455X delivers 35.4 pts/$ vs 10.5 pts/$ for the Xeon 6724P — making the Xeon w5-2455X the 108.4% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w5-2455X | Xeon 6724P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1039-71% | $3622 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1049-71% | $3622 |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.4+237% | 10.5 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2025 |
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