Intel Xeon 6730P vs Intel Xeon w7-2595X Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data splits these two processors into very distinct roles. The Intel Xeon 6730P wins 15 of the 17 recorded head-to-head comparisons, while the Intel Xeon w7-2595X takes only 2. That asymmetry tells a clear story about workload orientation.

The 6730P dominates every multi-threaded and throughput-oriented test. Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multicore results all go to the 6730P with margins of 14.8% across the board. PassMark multithread shows a 14.7% advantage. The 6730P also wins all the PassMark math workloads: integer math by 11.2%, floating point math by 11.8%, extended instructions by 24%, and prime number finding by a staggering 164.9%. Data compression and encryption follow the same pattern, with the 6730P ahead by 15.8% and 12.4% respectively.

The w7-2595X claims its only victories in the PassMark single-thread test, scoring 3723 against the 6730P's 2995, a 19.6% margin. That is the sole category where the w7-2595X demonstrates superiority, and it is a meaningful one for lightly threaded applications.

The pattern suggests the 6730P is built for parallel compute density, while the w7-2595X offers a single-core speed advantage that could matter in latency-sensitive or poorly threaded workloads. The 6730P's wins in physics simulation (211.9% ahead) and prime number calculation (164.9% ahead) are particularly lopsided, indicating workloads that scale aggressively with core count and cache will favor it heavily.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel design families. The 6730P uses Granite Rapids architecture on a 5 nm process, while the w7-2595X uses Sapphire Rapids on a 10 nm process. Both are Intel designs, but the fabrication node difference is substantial.

Core counts diverge significantly. The 6730P packs 32 cores and 64 threads, while the w7-2595X offers 26 cores and 52 threads. That six-core difference, combined with the 6730P's larger cache hierarchy, explains much of the multicore performance gap.

Cache configurations differ sharply. The 6730P provides 112 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and a massive 288 MB shared L3 cache. The w7-2595X has 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and only 48.75 MB of L3 total. The 6730P's L3 cache is nearly six times larger, which likely contributes to its dominance in data-heavy workloads like compression and encryption.

Memory subsystems also diverge. The 6730P runs eight-channel DDR5 with 409.6 GB/s of bandwidth, while the w7-2595X runs quad-channel DDR5 at 153.6 GB/s. Both support ECC memory. The 6730P offers 88 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, while the w7-2595X provides 64. Both have no integrated graphics.

Clock speeds favor the w7-2595X in raw frequency. The w7-2595X has a 2.80 GHz base clock and 4.80 GHz boost, compared to the 6730P's 2.50 GHz base and 3.80 GHz boost. The w7-2595X also has an unlocked multiplier, while the 6730P does not. Both are rated at 250 W TDP.

The 6730P uses Intel Socket 4710 and launched in February 2025. The w7-2595X uses Intel Socket 4677 and launched in August 2024. The launch MSRP for the 6730P is $3726, while the w7-2595X carries a launch MSRP of $2039. Both are active production parts.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench results are remarkably consistent. Across R15, R20, and R23, both multicore and single-core variants, the 6730P wins every test with a delta of 14.8% or 14.9%. In R15 multicore, the 6730P scores 6349 against 5530. In R20 multicore, it is 26458 versus 23042. In R23 multicore, 62996 versus 54863. Single-core Cinebench follows the same pattern: R15 at 896 versus 780, R20 at 3735 versus 3252, R23 at 8893 versus 7745.

This consistency is notable. The 6730P maintains a nearly identical advantage across all three Cinebench generations, suggesting the performance gap is structural rather than workload-specific. The w7-2595X cannot overcome the 6730P's core count and cache advantages even in single-core tests within Cinebench, despite its higher boost clock.

PassMark data compression shows a 15.8% win for the 6730P, scoring 1138470 against 983046. Data encryption goes to the 6730P by 12.4%, with scores of 55964 and 49782. Extended instructions favor the 6730P by 24%, with 96204 against 77613.

The two most extreme deltas appear in specialized workloads. PassMark find prime numbers shows the 6730P at 686 versus the w7-2595X at 259, a 164.9% margin. PassMark physics is even more dramatic: 8606 versus 2759, a 211.9% advantage. These workloads likely benefit enormously from the 6730P's 288 MB L3 cache and additional cores.

The w7-2595X's single bright spot is PassMark single-thread, where it scores 3723 against 2995, a 19.6% lead. This is the only test in the entire head-to-head set where the w7-2595X wins, and it appears twice in the database as both passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread with identical values.

The average benchmark score reflects the overall gap. The 6730P averages 124756, while the w7-2595X averages 108663. Both rank in the 97th percentile against all CPUs, but the 6730P's nearest rivals include AMD EPYC 9354 at 126810 (1.6% higher) and AMD EPYC 9384X at 120427 (3.6% lower). The w7-2595X's nearest rivals include AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 9955 at 110612 (1.8% higher) and Intel Xeon w7-3555 at 106192 (2.3% lower).

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-threaded workloads?

A: The Intel Xeon 6730P wins every multi-threaded benchmark in the database. Cinebench R23 multicore shows 62996 versus 54863, a 14.8% margin. PassMark multithread shows 74113 versus 64628, a 14.7% advantage.

Q: Does the Intel Xeon w7-2595X win any benchmarks?

A: Yes, it wins PassMark single-thread with a score of 3723 against the 6730P's 2995, a 19.6% lead. This is the only head-to-head test where the w7-2595X comes out ahead.

Q: How do the core counts compare?

A: The 6730P has 32 cores and 64 threads. The w7-2595X has 26 cores and 52 threads. The 6730P also has a much larger L3 cache at 288 MB shared, versus 48.75 MB on the w7-2595X.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference?

A: The 6730P supports eight-channel DDR5 with 409.6 GB/s bandwidth. The w7-2595X supports quad-channel DDR5 with 153.6 GB/s bandwidth. Both support ECC memory.

Q: Which processor has the higher clock speed?

A: The w7-2595X has a 2.80 GHz base clock and 4.80 GHz boost clock. The 6730P has a 2.50 GHz base clock and 3.80 GHz boost clock. The w7-2595X also has an unlocked multiplier.

Q: How do the two processors rank overall?

A: Both rank in the 97th percentile against all CPUs. The 6730P has an average benchmark score of 124756, while the w7-2595X averages 108663.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear split in intended usage. The Intel Xeon 6730P is the superior choice for multi-threaded compute, data-heavy workloads, and any application that can exploit its 32 cores, 64 threads, and 288 MB L3 cache. Its wins in physics simulation, prime number finding, and extended instructions are decisive, with margins of 211.9%, 164.9%, and 24% respectively.

The Intel Xeon w7-2595X is the better option for single-threaded performance. Its 19.6% lead in PassMark single-thread, combined with a 4.80 GHz boost clock and unlocked multiplier, makes it the pick for workloads that depend on per-core speed rather than parallel throughput. The w7-2595X also carries a lower launch MSRP of $2039 compared to the 6730P's $3726.

For server and workstation deployments running heavily threaded applications, the 6730P's consistent 11% to 24% advantages across most benchmarks, and its extreme leads in specialized workloads, make it the stronger choice. For users whose primary applications are single-threaded, the w7-2595X offers a meaningful speed advantage that no other benchmark in this comparison contradicts.

The 6730P's nearest rival is the AMD EPYC 9354, which scores 126810, 1.6% higher. The w7-2595X's nearest rival is the AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 9955, which scores 110612, 1.8% higher. These comparisons place both Intel parts in similar competitive territory, though the 6730P operates at a higher overall performance level.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Xeon 6730P | Intel Xeon w7-2595X |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 32 | 26 |

| Threads | 64 | 52 |

| Base clock | 2.50 GHz | 2.80 GHz |

| Boost clock | 3.80 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 250 W | 250 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 4710 | Intel Socket 4677 |

| Architecture | Granite Rapids | Sapphire Rapids |

| Process node | 5 nm | 10 nm |

| L1 cache | 112 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 cache | 2 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 288 MB (shared) | 48.75 MB |

| Memory bus | Eight-channel | Quad-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 409.6 GB/s | 153.6 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 88 Lanes | Gen 5, 64 Lanes |

| Multiplier unlocked | No | Yes |

| Launch MSRP | $3726 | $2039 |

| Release date | 2025-02-23 | 2024-08-23 |

| Part number | SRV5R | SRN4C |

| Die size | 2x 598 mm² | N/A |