Xeon Gold 6250
Intel
PassMark
20,552
MSRP
$3400
AVG Price
$2000
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon Gold 6250 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 35.75 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 185 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 20,552 points. Launch price was $800.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6250
FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Xeon Gold 6250 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
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Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon Gold 6250 specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6250 is a 8-core / 16-thread processor, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.5 GHz from a base frequency of 3.9 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 35.75 MB of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 20,552, placing it in the Mid-Range performance tier as a Aging generation product.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 6250 |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 8C / 16T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 4.5 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 3.9 GHz |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 14 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 35.75 MB |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax) | 60 °C |
| 64-bit Support | No |
| Windows 11 Compatible | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 20,552 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6250 fits into the LGA3647 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2933 memory.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 6250 |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | LGA3647 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 3.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR4-2933 |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon Gold 6250 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 185 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 6250 |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 185 Watt |
| Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax) | 60 °C |
Value Analysis
At an average price of $2,000 (MSRP: $3400), the Xeon Gold 6250 delivers 10 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #752 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon Gold 6250 |
|---|---|
| MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price | $3400 |
| Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days | $2000 |
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $800 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #752 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2015-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2020 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
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