Xeon w7-2495X vs Core Ultra 9 285
Xeon w7-2495X
Core Ultra 9 285
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-2495X
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 285
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w7-2495X | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,900) | ✅ More affordable ($550) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w7-2495X | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+430%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,900) | ✅ More affordable ($550) |
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 w7-2495X and Core Ultra 9 285
Xeon w7-2495X
The Xeon w7-2495X 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 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 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): 225 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 57,133 points. Launch price was $2,189.
Core Ultra 9 285
The Core Ultra 9 285 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2025 (recentemente). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.5 GHz. L3 cache: 36 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: 57,442 points. Launch price was $579.
Processing Power
The Xeon w7-2495X packs 24 cores / 48 threads, matching the Core Ultra 9 285's 24 cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-2495X versus 5.5 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 285 — a 13.6% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285 (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Xeon w7-2495X uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Core Ultra 9 285 uses Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) (3 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w7-2495X scores 57,133 against the Core Ultra 9 285's 57,442 — a 0.5% lead for the Core Ultra 9 285. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 35,362 vs 40,000 (12.3% advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,394 vs 3,000, a 22.5% lead for the Core Ultra 9 285 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 16,891 vs 20,000 (16.9% advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285). L3 cache: 45 MB on the Xeon w7-2495X vs 36 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 285.
| Feature | Xeon w7-2495X | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48 | 24 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz | 5.5 GHz+15% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 45 MB+25% | 36 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 3 MB (per core)+50% |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 3 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 57,133 | 57,442 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 35,362 | 40,000+13% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,394 | 3,000+25% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 16,891 | 20,000+18% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w7-2495X uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core Ultra 9 285 uses LGA1851 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-4800 memory speed. The Xeon w7-2495X supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 192 GB — 165.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon w7-2495X) vs 2 (Core Ultra 9 285). PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon w7-2495X) vs 24 (Core Ultra 9 285) — the Xeon w7-2495X offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w7-2495X) and Intel 800 Series (Core Ultra 9 285).
| Feature | Xeon w7-2495X | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA1851 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 GB+967% | 192 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4+100% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64+167% | 24 |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w7-2495X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon w7-2495X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon w7-2495X) vs Yes (Core Ultra 9 285). The Core Ultra 9 285 includes integrated graphics (Arc Graphics), while the Xeon w7-2495X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon w7-2495X targets Workstation, Core Ultra 9 285 targets High-End Gaming. Direct competitor: Xeon w7-2495X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX.
| Feature | Xeon w7-2495X | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Arc Graphics |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | Yes |
| Target Use | Workstation | High-End Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w7-2495X launched at $2189 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 9 285 debuted at $589. At current prices ($2900 vs $550), the Core Ultra 9 285 is $2350 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w7-2495X delivers 19.7 pts/$ vs 104.4 pts/$ for the Core Ultra 9 285 — making the Core Ultra 9 285 the 136.5% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w7-2495X | Core Ultra 9 285 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2189 | $589-73% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2900 | $550-81% |
| Performance per Dollar | 19.7 | 104.4+430% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2025 |
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