Xeon w7-3465X vs Xeon Platinum 8454H
Xeon w7-3465X
Xeon Platinum 8454H
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-3465X
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8454H
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w7-3465X | Xeon Platinum 8454H |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($468) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($6,540) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w7-3465X | Xeon Platinum 8454H |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1305%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($468) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($6,540) |
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 w7-3465X and Xeon Platinum 8454H
Xeon w7-3465X
The Xeon w7-3465X 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 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 75 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 62,663 points. Launch price was $2,889.
Xeon Platinum 8454H
The Xeon Platinum 8454H 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 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 82.5 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, DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 62,347 points. Launch price was $6,540.
Processing Power
The Xeon w7-3465X packs 28 cores / 56 threads, while the Xeon Platinum 8454H offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8454H has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-3465X versus 3.4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8454H — a 34.1% clock advantage for the Xeon w7-3465X (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). Both are built on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture using a Intel 7 nm process. In PassMark, the Xeon w7-3465X scores 62,663 against the Xeon Platinum 8454H's 62,347 — a 0.5% lead for the Xeon w7-3465X. L3 cache: 75 MB on the Xeon w7-3465X vs 82.5 MB on the Xeon Platinum 8454H.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3465X | Xeon Platinum 8454H |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 28 / 56 | 32 / 64+14% |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz+41% | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz+19% | 2.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 75 MB | 82.5 MB+10% |
| 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 | 62,663 | 62,347 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,959 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 16,351 | — |
Memory & Platform
Both processors use the LGA4677 socket with PCIe 5.0. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w7-3465X versus 4800 on the Xeon Platinum 8454H — the Xeon Platinum 8454H supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 4096 GB of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w7-3465X) vs 80 (Xeon Platinum 8454H) — the Xeon w7-3465X offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel W790 (Xeon w7-3465X) and C741 (Xeon Platinum 8454H).
| Feature | Xeon w7-3465X | Xeon Platinum 8454H |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | 4800+95900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+104857500% | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 112+40% | 80 |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w7-3465X 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. Virtualization support: true (Xeon w7-3465X) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Platinum 8454H). Direct competitor: Xeon w7-3465X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX; Xeon Platinum 8454H rivals EPYC 9354.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3465X | Xeon Platinum 8454H |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w7-3465X launched at $2889 MSRP, while the Xeon Platinum 8454H debuted at $6540.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3465X | Xeon Platinum 8454H |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2889-56% | $6540 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $468 | — |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2023 |
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