Xeon Platinum 8180 vs Ryzen 9 5900X

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Passmark Score

38259

Passmark Score

38955

Performance Difference

Ryzen 9 5900X is 1.8% faster than Xeon Platinum 8180

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen 9 5900X performs 1.8% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Xeon Platinum 8180 and Ryzen 9 5900X.

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 Platinum 8180 and Ryzen 9 5900X

Intel

Xeon Platinum 8180

The Xeon Platinum 8180 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 38.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 38,259 points. Launch price was $10,009.

General Information

Type:server
Series:Intel Xeon Platinum
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$10,009
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:11 July 2017 (8 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Skylake (server) (2017−2018)
Performance Ranking Position:306

Technical Specifications

Cores:28
Threads:56
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:1 MB (per core)
L3 Cache:38.5 MB (total)
Max Frequency:3.8 GHz
Multiplicador:25
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.5 GHz
Transistor Count:8,000 million
Process Technology:14 nm
Max Core Temperature:84 °C
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:LGA3647
Power Consumption (TDP):205 Watt
Max Processors In Config:8 (Multiprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4-2666
Memory Channels:6
Memory Bandwidth:128.001 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:768 GB
AMD

Ryzen 9 5900X

The Ryzen 9 5900X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 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: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 38,955 points. Launch price was $549.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen 9
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$549
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:5 November 2020 (5 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022)
Performance Ranking Position:300

Technical Specifications

Cores:12
Threads:24
Die Size:2x 74 mm2 (CCD)
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:64 MB
Max Frequency:4.8 GHz
Multiplicador:37
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.7 GHz
Transistor Count:0 Million
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:DDR4-3200
Memory Channels:2
Memory Bandwidth:51.196 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:128 GB

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