Intel Xeon 6724P

The Intel Xeon 6724P is a server and workstation processor built on the Granite Rapids architecture and manufactured on Intel's 5 nm process. It pairs 16 cores with 32 threads, runs at a 3.60 GHz base clock and a 4.30 GHz boost clock, and carries a 210 W TDP. The chip belongs to the Xeon 6 generation, specifically the Granite Rapids-SP family, and uses Intel Socket 4710. With a 50th percentile standing among all tracked CPUs and an average benchmark score of 0, the data places it at the midpoint of the processor landscape. The part number is SRVUA, and production status is Active.

Who Should Consider It

The 16-core, 32-thread layout, combined with an eight-channel DDR5 memory interface delivering 409.6 GB/s of bandwidth, points to workloads that move large data sets in parallel. Server virtualization, database serving, and scientific or engineering simulation tasks that scale across many threads would benefit from this configuration. The 88 PCIe Gen 5 lanes available from the CPU support high-throughput accelerators, network interfaces, and storage arrays, making the chip suitable for workstation-class compute nodes. ECC memory support indicates a target of data-integrity-sensitive environments where silent data corruption is unacceptable.

The lack of integrated graphics and the server/workstation market segment mean gaming is not the intended use; office productivity would underutilize the core count and memory bandwidth. The high memory bandwidth and large shared L3 cache of 72 MB suggest creation workloads such as rendering, video encoding, and scientific visualization, where data reuse and memory throughput matter. The locked multiplier indicates that users who rely on overclocking flexibility will not find it here; this is a chip for stable, long-running server workloads. The 32 threads give the operating system ample scheduling headroom for concurrent workloads, and the 88 PCIe lanes allow dense expansion of GPUs, NVMe drives, and network cards in a single socket.

Power and Thermals

The 210 W TDP defines a high-power class that requires robust thermal management. A server chassis with strong airflow or a substantial liquid cooling loop is implied; a small form-factor air cooler would not suffice. The 5 nm process node does not reduce the thermal burden below what a 210 W envelope demands. The base clock of 3.60 GHz and boost clock of 4.30 GHz indicate that sustained all-core operation will draw the full thermal budget, while single-core boosts add transient heat. The multiplier is locked, so thermal design cannot be altered through overclocking; cooling must be sized for the stock 210 W specification.

The absence of integrated graphics means no additional thermal load from an iGPU. In a server rack, the thermal solution must also account for the eight-channel memory subsystem and the PCIe Gen 5 lanes, which generate their own heat. The 5 nm process helps with density, but the power draw is set by the core count and clock targets. The 210 W figure places this part in a tier where passive heatsinks with high-velocity chassis fans are common, and liquid cooling becomes a practical option for dense deployments. The data does not provide a specific cooling recommendation, but the TDP alone dictates a serious thermal solution.

Benchmark Performance

The FACT PACK records an average benchmark score of 0 and a 50th percentile across all CPUs. This means the Xeon 6724P sits exactly at the median of the tracked processor field, with no score data to differentiate it from the upper or lower halves. The absence of nearestRivals entries in the data set prevents direct delta comparisons. The architectural indicators, 16 cores at 3.60 GHz base and 4.30 GHz boost, 72 MB of shared L3, and 409.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth, suggest a balanced performer that will excel in multi-threaded throughput while remaining competent in single-threaded tasks.

The 50th percentile implies that an equal number of tracked CPUs score above and below this part; the data does not indicate whether the 6724P is closer to the top of the lower segment or the bottom of the upper segment. The recorded average benchmark score is 0, which is notable because it offers no comparative anchor. The 32 threads provide substantial parallel execution capacity, and the 72 MB shared L3 cache reduces main-memory pressure in data-heavy workloads. Without rival scores, the data cannot support statements about being ahead of or behind any specific product; the percentile is the only positional metric available.

How It Compares

The FACT PACK lists no nearest rivals for the Xeon 6724P, so a direct head-to-head comparison is not possible from the available data. Against the broader CPU landscape, the 50th percentile position indicates a median standing among all tracked processors. The 16-core count and 32 threads place it in a mid-range server tier, while the 72 MB L3 cache and eight-channel memory interface are features typically found in higher-end server parts. The 88 PCIe Gen 5 lanes exceed what many desktop processors offer, reinforcing its server positioning.

Without rival scores, the data cannot support statements like "ahead of" or "behind" any specific product. The lack of rival entries means that the comparison framework is limited to the percentile field. The Xeon 6 generation placement suggests it sits alongside other Granite Rapids-SP parts, but the FACT PACK does not enumerate them. The 50th percentile is the only cross-processor reference point, and it indicates that the 6724P is neither a flagship nor a low-end entry within the tracked set.

FAQ

Q: What socket does the Xeon 6724P use?

A: Intel Socket 4710.

Q: What memory does it support?

A: DDR5 with an eight-channel bus and 409.6 GB/s bandwidth, plus ECC.

Q: How many PCIe lanes does the CPU provide?

A: 88 PCIe Gen 5 lanes (CPU only).

Q: What is the launch MSRP?

A: $3622.

Q: What is the core and thread count?

A: 16 cores and 32 threads.

Q: When was it released?

A: 2025-02-23.

Platform and Compatibility

The Xeon 6724P uses Intel Socket 4710 and belongs to the Xeon 6 generation, specifically the Granite Rapids-SP family. Memory support is DDR5 across an eight-channel interface, with a peak bandwidth of 409.6 GB/s and ECC capability for error-correcting workloads. The CPU provides 88 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, which are available from the CPU itself; no chipset lanes are specified. There is no integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is required for any display output.

The platform is designed for server and workstation motherboards that accept Socket 4710. The production status is Active, and the part number is SRVUA. The 5 nm process and Granite Rapids architecture define the generation; the upgrade path is limited to other Socket 4710 processors within the same Xeon 6 family, though the FACT PACK does not list specific compatible models. The release date is 2025-02-23. The eight-channel memory bus requires motherboards with eight memory slots to reach the full 409.6 GB/s bandwidth, and the 88 PCIe Gen 5 lanes demand boards with corresponding slot and trace support.

Single-Thread vs Multi-Thread Behavior

The base clock of 3.60 GHz and boost clock of 4.30 GHz indicate a strong single-thread capability, as the boost clock is notably higher than the base. The 16 cores and 32 threads provide substantial multi-threaded throughput. The cache hierarchy, 112 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 72 MB of shared L3, supports both per-core fast access and shared data across cores. The eight-channel DDR5 memory with 409.6 GB/s bandwidth ensures that multi-threaded workloads are not starved for data.

In real workloads, the split suggests that lightly threaded tasks such as database queries or interactive response will benefit from the high boost clock, while heavily threaded rendering, compilation, or simulation will use the full core count and memory bandwidth. The 50th percentile standing indicates that the balance is typical of mid-range server processors rather than a specialist in either extreme. The 32 threads allow the operating system to schedule independent tasks efficiently, while the 72 MB shared L3 cache reduces the need to access main memory. The base clock of 3.60 GHz ensures that even when all 16 cores are active, the minimum frequency is high enough for sustained throughput.