Xeon Gold 6238 vs Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

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Passmark Score

29118

Passmark Score

29462

Performance Difference

Ryzen Threadripper 2950X is 1.2% faster than Xeon Gold 6238

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen Threadripper 2950X performs 1.2% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Xeon Gold 6238 and Ryzen Threadripper 2950X.

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 6238 and Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

Intel

Xeon Gold 6238

The Xeon Gold 6238 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 22 cores and 44 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 30.25 MB. L2 cache: 22 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 29,118 points. Launch price was $2,612.

General Information

Type:server
Series:Intel Xeon Gold
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$2,612
Release Date:2 April 2019 (6 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Cascade Lake (2019−2020)
Performance Ranking Position:455

Technical Specifications

Cores:22
Threads:44
L1 Cache:1.375 MB
L2 Cache:22 MB
L3 Cache:30.25 MB
Max Frequency:3.7 GHz
Multiplicador:21
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.1 GHz
Type De Autocarro:DMI 3.0
Process Technology:14 nm
Max Core Temperature:92 °C
Velocidade Dos Pneus:4 × 8 GT/s
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:LGA3647
Power Consumption (TDP):140 Watt
Max Processors In Config:4 (Multiprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4-2933
Memory Channels:6
Memory Bandwidth:140.8 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:1 TB
AMD

Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

The Ryzen Threadripper 2950X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 August 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the ZEN+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 180 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Quad-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 29,462 points. Launch price was $899.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen Threadripper
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$899
Manufacturer:GlobalFoundries
Release Date:13 August 2018 (7 years ago)
Architecture Codename:ZEN+ (2018−2019)
Performance Ranking Position:448

Technical Specifications

Cores:16
Threads:32
Die Size:213 mm2
L1 Cache:96K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:32 MB
Max Frequency:4.4 GHz
Multiplicador:35
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.5 GHz
Transistor Count:19,200 million
Process Technology:12 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Velocidade Dos Pneus:4 × 8 GT/s
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:TR4
Power Consumption (TDP):180 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1 (Uniprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4 Quad-channel
Memory Channels:4
Memory Bandwidth:93.867 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:2 TiB

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