EPYC 9124 vs Xeon Gold 6538N

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

43638

Passmark Score

44895

Performance Difference

Xeon Gold 6538N is 2.9% faster than EPYC 9124

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Xeon Gold 6538N performs 2.9% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between EPYC 9124 and Xeon Gold 6538N.

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 EPYC 9124 and Xeon Gold 6538N

AMD

EPYC 9124

The EPYC 9124 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 November 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 43,638 points. Launch price was $1,083.

General Information

Type:server
Series:AMD EPYC
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$1,083
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:10 November 2022 (3 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Genoa (2022−2023)
Performance Ranking Position:257

Technical Specifications

Cores:16
Threads:32
Die Size:4x 72 mm2
L1 Cache:64K (per core)
L2 Cache:1 MB (per core)
L3 Cache:64 MB (total)
Max Frequency:3.7 GHz
Multiplicador:30
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3 GHz
Transistor Count:26,280 million
Process Technology:5 nm, 6 nm

Compatibility

Socket:SP5
Power Consumption (TDP):200 Watt
Max Processors In Config:2

Memory

RAM Types:DDR5-4800
Memory Bandwidth:460.8 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:6 TiB
Intel

Xeon Gold 6538N

The Xeon Gold 6538N 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 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 60 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 44,895 points. Launch price was $3,351.

General Information

Type:server
Designer:Intel
Launch Price:$3,351
Manufacturer:Intel
Release Date:14 December 2023 (1 year ago)
Architecture Codename:Emerald Rapids (2023)
Performance Ranking Position:249

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:60 MB (total)
Max Frequency:4.1 GHz
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.1 GHz
Process Technology:Intel 7 nm
Max Case Temperature (TCase):85 °C

Compatibility

Socket:LGA4677
Power Consumption (TDP):205 Watt
Max Processors In Config:2

Memory

RAM Types:DDR5-5200
Memory Channels:8
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:4 TB

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