Xeon Platinum 8481C
Intel
PassMark
11,681
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Xeon Platinum 8481C is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 56 cores and 112 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 105 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 11,681 points. Launch price was $800.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Xeon Platinum 8481C across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
Counter-Strike 2
Destiny 2
Dota 2
League of Legends
Palworld
Path of Exile 2
Project Zomboid
Rust
Stardew Valley
Starfield
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Xeon Platinum 8481C specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8481C is a 56-core / 112-thread processor based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.8 GHz from a base frequency of 2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. With a massive 105 MB L3 cache (3D V-Cache technology), this processor has a significant gaming advantage — the large cache drastically reduces memory latency in game engines., plus 2 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 11,681, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Recent generation product.
| Specification | Xeon Platinum 8481C |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 56C / 112T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 3.8 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 2 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 10 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 105 MB |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 2 MB (per core) |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 80 kB (per core) |
| Die SizePhysical silicon area of the processor | 4x 477 mm2 |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 11,681 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8481C fits into the LGA4677 socket and supports PCIe 5.0. It supports DDR5 memory.
| Specification | Xeon Platinum 8481C |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | server |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | LGA4677 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 5.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR5 |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 2 |
Power & Cooling
The Xeon Platinum 8481C has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 350 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Xeon Platinum 8481C |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | 350 Watt |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #1204 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Xeon Platinum 8481C |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $800 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1204 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 2015-01-01 |
| Release Year | 2023 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
| ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC) | Intel |
Specifications Reference
Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.
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General Information
7 specs
General Information
7 specs
| Type | server |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $800 |
| Manufacturer | Intel |
| Release Date | 2015-01-01 |
| Architecture Codename | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 1204 |
Technical Specifications
11 specs
Technical Specifications
11 specs
| Cores | 56 |
| Threads | 112 |
| Die Size | 4x 477 mm2 |
| L1 Cache | 80 kB (per core) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) |
| L3 Cache | 105 MB |
| Max Frequency | 3.8 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 2 GHz |
| Process Technology | 10 nm |
| Max Case Temperature (TCase) | 79 °C |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | 350 Watt |
| Max Processors In Config | 2 |
Memory
1 spec
Memory
1 spec
| RAM Types | DDR5 |
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