Ryzen 9 5950X vs Xeon Gold 6530

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

45353

Passmark Score

45989

Performance Difference

Xeon Gold 6530 is 1.4% faster than Ryzen 9 5950X

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Xeon Gold 6530 performs 1.4% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Ryzen 9 5950X and Xeon Gold 6530.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for Ryzen 9 5950X and Xeon Gold 6530

AMD

Ryzen 9 5950X

The Ryzen 9 5950X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 45,353 points. Launch price was $799.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen 9
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$799
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:5 November 2020 (5 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022)
Performance Ranking Position:242

Technical Specifications

Cores:16
Threads:32
Die Size:CPU cores: 2x 80.7 sq. mm., I/O: 125 mm2
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:64 MB
Max Frequency:4.9 GHz
Multiplicador:34
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.4 GHz
Process Technology:7 nm, 12 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Max Case Temperature (TCase):95 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:AM4
Power Consumption (TDP):105 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:51.196 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:128 GB
Intel

Xeon Gold 6530

The Xeon Gold 6530 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 160 MB (total). 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 MT/s (1 DPC). Passmark benchmark score: 45,989 points. Launch price was $2,128.

General Information

Type:server
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$2,128
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:14 December 2023 (1 year ago)
Architecture Codename:Emerald Rapids (2023)
Performance Ranking Position:233

Technical Specifications

Cores:32
Threads:64
Die Size:2x 763 mm2
L1 Cache:80 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:2 MB (per core)
L3 Cache:160 MB (total)
Max Frequency:4 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.1 GHz
Process Technology:Intel 7 nm
Max Case Temperature (TCase):74 °C

Compatibility

Socket:LGA4677
Power Consumption (TDP):270 Watt
Max Processors In Config:2

Memory

RAM Types:DDR5 @ 4800 MT/s (1 DPC)
Memory Channels:8
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:4 TB

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