Xeon Gold 5418Y vs Ryzen 9 5950X

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

45660

Passmark Score

45353

Performance Difference

Xeon Gold 5418Y is 0.7% faster than Ryzen 9 5950X

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Xeon Gold 5418Y performs 0.7% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Xeon Gold 5418Y and Ryzen 9 5950X.

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 Xeon Gold 5418Y and Ryzen 9 5950X

Intel

Xeon Gold 5418Y

The Xeon Gold 5418Y 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 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 45 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 185 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 45,660 points. Launch price was $1,493.

General Information

Type:server
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$1,493
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:10 January 2023 (2 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024)
Performance Ranking Position:238

Technical Specifications

Cores:24
Threads:48
L1 Cache:80K (per core)
L2 Cache:2 MB (per core)
L3 Cache:45 MB
Max Frequency:3.8 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2 GHz
Process Technology:Intel 7 nm
Max Case Temperature (TCase):81 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:LGA4677
Power Consumption (TDP):185 Watt
Max Processors In Config:2

Memory

RAM Types:DDR5-4400
Memory Channels:8
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:4 TB
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

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