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Xeon w5-3425
Xeon Gold 6338T
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 w5-3425
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6338T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w5-3425 | Xeon Gold 6338T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,189) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,795) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w5-3425 | Xeon Gold 6338T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+53%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,189) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,795) |
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 w5-3425 and Xeon Gold 6338T
Xeon w5-3425
The Xeon w5-3425 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): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 36,178 points. Launch price was $1,189.
Xeon Gold 6338T
The Xeon Gold 6338T 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 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 35,801 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Xeon w5-3425 packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Xeon Gold 6338T offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the Xeon Gold 6338T has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Xeon w5-3425 versus 3.4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6338T — a 30% clock advantage for the Xeon w5-3425 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Xeon w5-3425 uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Xeon Gold 6338T uses Ice Lake-SP (2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w5-3425 scores 36,178 against the Xeon Gold 6338T's 35,801 — a 1% lead for the Xeon w5-3425. L3 cache: 30 MB on the Xeon w5-3425 vs 36 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 6338T.
| Feature | Xeon w5-3425 | Xeon Gold 6338T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 24 / 48+100% |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+35% | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+52% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB | 36 MB (total)+20% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-30% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Ice Lake-SP (2021) |
| PassMark | 36,178+1% | 35,801 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w5-3425 uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Gold 6338T uses LGA4189 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w5-3425 versus 3200 on the Xeon Gold 6338T — the Xeon Gold 6338T supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6338T supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 4096 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w5-3425) vs 64 (Xeon Gold 6338T) — the Xeon w5-3425 offers 48 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w5-3425) and C621A (Xeon Gold 6338T).
| Feature | Xeon w5-3425 | Xeon Gold 6338T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA4189 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | 3200+63900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+69904967% | 6144 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 112+75% | 64 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6338T rivals EPYC 7443P.
| Feature | Xeon w5-3425 | Xeon Gold 6338T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w5-3425 launched at $1189 MSRP, while the Xeon Gold 6338T debuted at $3139. At current prices ($1189 vs $1795), the Xeon w5-3425 is $606 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w5-3425 delivers 30.4 pts/$ vs 19.9 pts/$ for the Xeon Gold 6338T — making the Xeon w5-3425 the 41.6% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w5-3425 | Xeon Gold 6338T |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1189-62% | $3139 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1189-34% | $1795 |
| Performance per Dollar | 30.4+53% | 19.9 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2021 |
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