Xeon w5-3525 vs Xeon Gold 5418Y
Xeon w5-3525
Xeon Gold 5418Y
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-3525
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 5418Y
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w5-3525 | Xeon Gold 5418Y |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,392) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,483) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w5-3525 | Xeon Gold 5418Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+6%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,392) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,483) |
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 w5-3525 and Xeon Gold 5418Y
Xeon w5-3525
The Xeon w5-3525 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 45 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 290 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 45,311 points. Launch price was $1,339.
Xeon Gold 5418Y
The Xeon Gold 5418Y 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 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 45 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 185 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 45,660 points. Launch price was $1,493.
Processing Power
The Xeon w5-3525 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon Gold 5418Y offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the Xeon Gold 5418Y has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w5-3525 versus 3.8 GHz on the Xeon Gold 5418Y — a 23.3% clock advantage for the Xeon w5-3525 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2 GHz). Both are built on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture using a Intel 7 nm process. In PassMark, the Xeon w5-3525 scores 45,311 against the Xeon Gold 5418Y's 45,660 — a 0.8% lead for the Xeon Gold 5418Y. Both processors carry 45 MB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Xeon w5-3525 | Xeon Gold 5418Y |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 24 / 48+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz+26% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz+60% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 45 MB | 45 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 45,311 | 45,660 |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA4677 socket with PCIe 5.0. Both support up to 4800 memory speed. Both support up to 4096 of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w5-3525) vs 80 (Xeon Gold 5418Y) — the Xeon w5-3525 offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w5-3525) and C741 (Xeon Gold 5418Y).
| Feature | Xeon w5-3525 | Xeon Gold 5418Y |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800 | 4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 112+40% | 80 |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w5-3525 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 w5-3525 rivals Threadripper PRO 7955WX; Xeon Gold 5418Y rivals EPYC 9334.
| Feature | Xeon w5-3525 | Xeon Gold 5418Y |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w5-3525 launched at $1339 MSRP, while the Xeon Gold 5418Y debuted at $1483.
| Feature | Xeon w5-3525 | Xeon Gold 5418Y |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1339-10% | $1483 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1392 | — |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2023 |
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