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Overview

The Xeon Gold 6150 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 25 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 18 cores and 36 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 24.75 MB. L2 cache: 18 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 26,447 points. Launch price was $3,358.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6150

#61

Xeon E5-2689 v4

MSRP: $2723|Avg: $100

127%

#62

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX

MSRP: $1337|Avg: $368

125%

#63

Xeon E3-1280 v3

MSRP: $250|Avg: $44

122%

#64

Xeon Platinum 8571N

MSRP: $599|Avg: $418

121%

#65

Xeon Gold 6438Y+

MSRP: $2607|Avg: $389

119%

#66

Xeon E5-1650 v2

MSRP: $583|Avg: $60

115%

#67

EPYC 7513

MSRP: $2840|Avg: $389

114%

#68

EPYC 9454

MSRP: $5225|Avg: $576

113%

#69

Xeon Platinum 8160M

MSRP: $5000|Avg: $350

113%

#70

EPYC 7282

MSRP: $650|Avg: $199

112%

#71

Xeon E5-2670

MSRP: $1552|Avg: $60

110%

#72

Ryzen 5 PRO 7645

MSRP: $229|Avg: $192

106%

#73

Xeon E5-2687W

MSRP: $1885|Avg: $70

106%

#74

Xeon W-2155

MSRP: $1440|Avg: $150

103%

#75

Xeon E3-1240

MSRP: $273|Avg: $39

102%

#76

Xeon Gold 6150

MSRP: $3358|Avg: $196

100%

#77

Xeon E5-4627 v2

MSRP: $2061|Avg: $70

100%

#78

EPYC 7543

MSRP: $10257|Avg: $468

100%

#79

Xeon w7-3465X

MSRP: $2889|Avg: $468

99%

#80

Xeon E5-2623 v3

MSRP: $444|Avg: $50

99%

#81

Xeon E3-1280 v2

MSRP: $315|Avg: $50

98%

#82

Xeon E5-2675 V3

MSRP: $1800|Avg: $100

98%

#83

Xeon W-2175

MSRP: $1947|Avg: $180

97%

#84

Xeon E5-1620 v2

MSRP: $294|Avg: $50

97%

#85

EPYC 7F32

MSRP: $2100|Avg: $179

96%

#86

Xeon E5-4610

MSRP: $1219|Avg: $50

96%

#87

Opteron 6328

MSRP: $575|Avg: $42

94%

#88

EPYC 4465P

MSRP: $399|Avg: $399

93%

#89

Xeon W-2145

MSRP: $1113|Avg: $145

92%

#90

Xeon E7450

MSRP: $417|Avg: $80

92%

#91

Xeon E5-2660

MSRP: $1329|Avg: $65

92%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Xeon Gold 6150 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Xeon Gold 6150 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Xeon Gold 6150 is a 18-core / 36-thread processor based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture, manufactured on a 14 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.7 GHz from a base frequency of 2.7 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 24.75 MB of L3 cache, plus 18 MB of L2 cache and 1.125 MB of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 26,447, placing it in the High-End performance tier as a Legacy generation product.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6150
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	18C / 36T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.7 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	2.7 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Skylake (server) (2017−2018)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	14 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	24.75 MB
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	18 MB
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	1.125 MB
Bus SpeedData bus frequency	4 × 8 GT/s
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	89 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	26,447

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon Gold 6150 fits into the LGA3647 socket and supports PCIe 3.0. It supports DDR4-2666 memory.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6150
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	server
SeriesProduct family	Intel Xeon Gold
SocketMotherboard socket required	LGA3647
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 3.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-2666
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	4 (Multiprocessor)

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Power & Cooling

The Xeon Gold 6150 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 165 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6150
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	165 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	89 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $196 (MSRP: $3358), the Xeon Gold 6150 delivers 135 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #531 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Xeon Gold 6150
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$3358
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$196
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$3,358
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#531
Release DateLaunch date	25 April 2017 (8 years ago)
Release Year	2017
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel