Xeon w7-2495X vs Xeon Gold 5420+
Xeon w7-2495X
Xeon Gold 5420+
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-2495X
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 5420+
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w7-2495X | Xeon Gold 5420+ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,900) | ✅ More affordable ($1,848) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w7-2495X | Xeon Gold 5420+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+60%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,900) | ✅ More affordable ($1,848) |
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 Xeon Gold 5420+
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.
Xeon Gold 5420+
The Xeon Gold 5420+ 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 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 52.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 58,209 points. Launch price was $1,848.
Processing Power
The Xeon w7-2495X packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Xeon Gold 5420+ offers 28 cores / 56 threads — the Xeon Gold 5420+ has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-2495X versus 4.1 GHz on the Xeon Gold 5420+ — a 15.7% clock advantage for the Xeon w7-2495X (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2 GHz). Both are built on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture using a Intel 7 nm process. In PassMark, the Xeon w7-2495X scores 57,133 against the Xeon Gold 5420+'s 58,209 — a 1.9% lead for the Xeon Gold 5420+. L3 cache: 45 MB on the Xeon w7-2495X vs 52.5 MB on the Xeon Gold 5420+.
| Feature | Xeon w7-2495X | Xeon Gold 5420+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48 | 28 / 56+17% |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz+17% | 4.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz+25% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 45 MB | 52.5 MB+17% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-30% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 57,133 | 58,209+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 35,362 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,394 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 16,891 | — |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA4677 socket with PCIe 5.0. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w7-2495X versus 4800 on the Xeon Gold 5420+ — the Xeon Gold 5420+ supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 5420+ supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon w7-2495X) vs 8 (Xeon Gold 5420+). PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon w7-2495X) vs 80 (Xeon Gold 5420+) — the Xeon Gold 5420+ offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w7-2495X) and C741 (Xeon Gold 5420+).
| Feature | Xeon w7-2495X | Xeon Gold 5420+ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | 4800+95900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 GB+52428700% | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 8+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64 | 80+25% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w7-2495X 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 w7-2495X targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon w7-2495X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX; Xeon Gold 5420+ rivals EPYC 9354.
| Feature | Xeon w7-2495X | Xeon Gold 5420+ |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Workstation | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w7-2495X launched at $2189 MSRP, while the Xeon Gold 5420+ debuted at $1848. At current prices ($2900 vs $1848), the Xeon Gold 5420+ is $1052 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w7-2495X delivers 19.7 pts/$ vs 31.5 pts/$ for the Xeon Gold 5420+ — making the Xeon Gold 5420+ the 46.1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w7-2495X | Xeon Gold 5420+ |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2189 | $1848-16% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2900 | $1848-36% |
| Performance per Dollar | 19.7 | 31.5+60% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2023 |
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