Xeon Gold 6246R vs Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX

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30468

Passmark Score

30954

Performance Difference

Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is 1.6% faster than Xeon Gold 6246R

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX performs 1.6% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Xeon Gold 6246R and Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX.

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 6246R and Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX

Intel

Xeon Gold 6246R

The Xeon Gold 6246R is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake (2019−2020) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 35.75 MB. L2 cache: 16 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 30,468 points. Launch price was $3,286.

General Information

Type:server
Series:Intel Xeon Gold
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$3,286
Release Date:24 February 2020 (5 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Cascade Lake (2019−2020)
Performance Ranking Position:421

Technical Specifications

Cores:16
Threads:32
L1 Cache:1 MB
L2 Cache:16 MB
L3 Cache:35.75 MB
Max Frequency:4.1 GHz
Multiplicador:34
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.4 GHz
Type De Autocarro:DMI 3.0
Process Technology:14 nm
Max Core Temperature:75 °C
Velocidade Dos Pneus:4 × 8 GT/s
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:LGA3647
Power Consumption (TDP):205 Watt

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 2970WX

The Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Quad-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 30,954 points. Launch price was $1,299.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen Threadripper
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$1,299
Manufacturer:GlobalFoundries
Release Date:2 October 2018 (7 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Zen+ (2018−2019)
Performance Ranking Position:411

Technical Specifications

Cores:24
Threads:48
Die Size:213 mm2
L1 Cache:96K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:64 MB
Max Frequency:4.2 GHz
Multiplicador:30
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3 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):250 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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