Intel Xeon D-2775TE vs Intel Xeon Platinum 8260 Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Xeon Platinum 8260 has 24 cores and 48 threads, while the Intel Xeon D-2775TE has 16 cores and 32 threads. The Platinum part leads by 8 cores and 16 threads.

Q: How do the two compare in single-core performance?

A: The Intel Xeon Platinum 8260 wins every single-core Cinebench test. Its lead in Cinebench R15 single-core is 3.9%, and in R20 and R23 single-core it is exactly 4.2% ahead in each.

Q: What is the difference in multi-core benchmark scores?

A: The Intel Xeon Platinum 8260 wins all three multi-core tests. It scores 4.2% higher in Cinebench R15, R20, and R23 multi-core compared to the Intel Xeon D-2775TE.

Q: Which processor has a smaller manufacturing process?

A: The Intel Xeon D-2775TE is built on a 10 nm process node, while the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260 uses a 14 nm process. The D-2775TE also comes from a newer architecture, Ice Lake, versus Cascade Lake.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, both support DDR4 memory with ECC enabled. The Intel Xeon D-2775TE specifies quad-channel memory and a memory bandwidth of 93.9 GB/s, while the database does not list a memory bus or bandwidth figure for the Platinum 8260.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Xeon Platinum 8260 has an average benchmark score of 6992, versus 6711 for the Intel Xeon D-2775TE. The Platinum also sits at the 63rd percentile among all CPUs, one point above the D-2775TE's 62nd percentile.

Architecture Differences

The two Xeons come from different generations of Intel server silicon. The Intel Xeon Platinum 8260 belongs to the Cascade Lake generation, specifically the Cascade Lake-SP family, and uses a 14 nm process node. It integrates 8,000 million transistors and packs 24 cores with 48 threads. Its cache layout includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 35.75 MB L3 pool. The socket is Intel Socket 3647, and the chip is aimed at the Server/Workstation segment.

The Intel Xeon D-2775TE is a newer design from the Ice Lake generation, specifically Ice Lake-D, fabricated on a 10 nm node. It offers 16 cores and 32 threads. Cache per core is larger: 80 KB of L1 and 1.25 MB of L2 per core, but the shared L3 is smaller at 25 MB. It uses Intel BGA 2579, which is a soldered package rather than a socketed one. The D-2775TE also lists a quad-channel memory bus and a memory bandwidth of 93.9 GB/s, while the Platinum 8260's database entry does not specify a memory bus width or bandwidth figure.

The transistor count is only recorded for the Platinum 8260, which lists 8,000 million. The D-2775TE has no transistor count in the database. Both processors support DDR4 memory and ECC, which is expected for server parts. The D-2775TE also lists PCIe Gen 4 with 32 lanes for the CPU, while the Platinum 8260 has no PCIe field recorded. The D-2775TE's production status is listed as "Active," while the Platinum 8260's production status is null in the database.

Clock speeds differ notably. The Platinum 8260 has a base clock of 2.40 GHz and a boost clock of 3.90 GHz. The D-2775TE has a base clock of 2000.00 MHz (2.00 GHz) and a boost clock of 3.10 GHz. The newer process node does not translate to higher clocks here; the older 14 nm part runs at a higher frequency in both base and boost states. Power draw also differs: the Platinum 8260 has a TDP of 165 watts, while the D-2775TE sits at 100 watts, which is 65 watts lower.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark record shows a clean sweep for the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260 across all six Cinebench tests. The smallest margin appears in Cinebench R15 single-core, where the Platinum scores 343 against the D-2775TE's 330, a 3.9% delta. Every other test shows a 4.2% advantage for the Platinum part.

In multi-core workloads, the Platinum 8260 scores 2436 in Cinebench R15 multi-core versus 2338 for the D-2775TE. That is a 4.2% lead. The gap holds steady in Cinebench R20 multi-core, where the Platinum records 10152 and the D-2775TE records 9745. The same 4.2% margin appears again in Cinebench R23 multi-core, with the Platinum at 24173 and the D-2775TE at 23204.

Single-core results follow the same pattern. In Cinebench R20 single-core, the Platinum 8260 scores 1433, and the D-2775TE scores 1375, a 4.2% gap. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Platinum scores 3412 versus 3275, again 4.2% ahead. The consistency of the delta across R20 and R23 suggests a fixed clock advantage that carries through every iteration of the render workload.

Looked at another way, the D-2775TE trails by roughly 4% in every recorded Cinebench test, despite its newer architecture and smaller process node. The Platinum 8260's higher boost clock (3.90 GHz vs. 3.10 GHz) appears to offset the D-2775TE's architectural improvements. In the database's head-to-head table, the Platinum 8260 wins all 6 tests, and the D-2775TE wins none.

Specification Differences

The table below highlights only the fields where the two processors differ, based on the database records.

| Field | Intel Xeon Platinum 8260 | Intel Xeon D-2775TE |

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

| Cores | 24 | 16 |

| Threads | 48 | 32 |

| Base Clock | 2.40 GHz | 2000.00 MHz (2.00 GHz) |

| Boost Clock | 3.90 GHz | 3.10 GHz |

| TDP | 165 W | 100 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 3647 | Intel BGA 2579 |

| Architecture | Cascade Lake | Ice Lake |

| Codename | Cascade Lake-SP | Ice Lake-D |

| Generation | Xeon Platinum (Cascade Lake-SP) | Xeon D (Ice Lake-D) |

| Process Node | 14 nm | 10 nm |

| Transistors | 8,000 million | Not recorded |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 35.75 MB (shared) | 25 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bus | Not recorded | Quad-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | Not recorded | 93.9 GB/s |

| PCIe | Not recorded | Gen 4, 32 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Production Status | Not recorded | Active |

| Release Date | 2018-12-10 | 2022-02-23 |

| Launch MSRP | Not recorded | $1751 |

Note that the D-2775TE is the only one of the two with a recorded launch MSRP, listed at $1751. The Platinum 8260 has no such field in the database.

The Verdict

The benchmark data is unambiguous: the Intel Xeon Platinum 8260 outperforms the Intel Xeon D-2775TE in every recorded Cinebench test, with margins of 3.9% to 4.2%. The Platinum part achieves a higher average benchmark score of 6992 versus 6711 for the D-2775TE, and it sits at a higher percentile among all CPUs (63rd vs. 62nd).

The D-2775TE does offer advantages in other dimensions. It is built on a newer 10 nm process, has a lower TDP of 100 watts versus 165 watts, and includes quad-channel memory with a specified bandwidth of 93.9 GB/s. It also lists PCIe Gen 4 support, which the Platinum 8260 does not record. However, in pure compute performance, the Platinum 8260 leads across the board.

For buyers seeking maximum multi-threaded throughput in Cinebench workloads, the Platinum 8260 is the clear choice. For those prioritizing power efficiency and a smaller physical footprint, the D-2775TE with its 100 watt TDP and BGA package may be more appropriate, but it will deliver roughly 4% lower scores.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Xeon Platinum 8260 wins in every measured benchmark category. It takes all three multi-core tests (Cinebench R15, R20, and R23) and all three single-core tests. Its 24 cores and 48 threads, combined with higher boost clock, give it a consistent 4.2% edge in most tests and a 3.9% edge in Cinebench R15 single-core. The data shows it is the stronger compute part for rendering workloads.

The Intel Xeon D-2775TE does not win any recorded benchmark, but it wins on operational characteristics. It has a 65 watt lower TDP (100 vs. 165), which is significant for dense server deployments. Its 10 nm process node and Ice Lake architecture bring newer design traits, and it has a recorded memory bandwidth of 93.9 GB/s with quad-channel support. It also supports PCIe Gen 4 with 32 lanes, a feature not listed for the Platinum 8260. Its release date of 2022-02-23 is over three years later than the Platinum's 2018-12-10, so it represents a more recent design generation.

The use-case split comes down to raw performance versus efficiency and platform features. The Platinum 8260 is the better choice for compute-bound tasks where every percentage point matters, as it wins all six head-to-head tests. The D-2775TE is the better choice for power-sensitive environments or where the newer PCIe Gen 4 interface and lower thermal envelope are priorities, even though it gives up about 4% in Cinebench scores.