CPU Comparison
Intel Xeon 6357P vs Intel Xeon 6377P
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Xeon 6357P is an 8-core, 16-thread entry-server and workstation processor based on the Raptor Lake Refresh architecture, built on Intel 7 process, with a 3.0 GHz base and 5.4 GHz turbo, 24 MB L3 cache, 80 W TDP, DDR5-4800 support, and 20 PCIe 5.0 lanes on FCLGA1700.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Gaming
Virtualization
Efficiency
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No dedicated AI matrix engine like AMX.
- AVX2 and VNNI provide some acceleration for CPU-based inference.
- Suitable for small models and prototyping, not for large-scale training.
- No dedicated AI acceleration like AMX or NPU.
- AVX2 but no AVX-512, limiting wide-vector inference throughput.
- Suitable only for CPU-based AI inference at modest scale.
Content Creation
Gaming
- High P-core clocks benefit CPU-bound games.
- Not optimized for high-refresh-rate gaming; no integrated graphics.
- Best paired with a discrete GPU and used where server functionality is primary.
- High clock speeds give solid single-threaded performance.
- Not optimized for gaming; lacks integrated graphics.
- Desktop CPUs at lower price points often match or beat it in games.
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- High single-thread performance (up to 5.4 GHz)
- PCIe 5.0 for fast NVMe and networking
- DDR5-4800 ECC support
- 80 W TDP simplifies cooling
- Modern security (TDX, TME) and virtualization features
- FCLGA1700 ecosystem with C260 chipsets
Cons
- Only 8 cores in an era of 16+ core entry servers
- Dual-channel memory limits bandwidth for HPC or large VMs
- 1S-only, no multi-socket scaling
- No integrated graphics
- Locked multiplier, no overclocking
Pros
- 12 high-performance P-cores with up to 5.7 GHz turbo
- ECC DDR5-4800 support for data integrity
- PCIe 5.0 for modern NVMe and networking
- 95W TDP eases cooling and power constraints
- Mature LGA1700 platform with broad motherboard ecosystem
- Server-grade validation and long-term availability
Cons
- Only 12 cores versus 16+ from competing EPYC 4004/4005 at similar or lower prices
- Dual-channel memory limits bandwidth for memory-intensive workloads
- 20 PCIe lanes are modest for multi-GPU or heavy I/O configurations
- No AVX-512 support, which matters for some HPC and AI workloads
- RCP around $1,045 is high relative to core count compared to AMD alternatives
Competitors & Alternatives
Intel Xeon 6357P
- Compare head-to-headIntel Xeon 6353PRival
Entry Server / Workstation
- Intel Xeon E-2478Rival
Entry Server / Workstation
- Compare head-to-headIntel Xeon 6349PRival
Entry Server / Workstation
- AMD EPYC 8124PRival
Entry Server / Cloud Edge
- AMD EPYC 9124Rival
Mainstream Server
8-core, lower-cost 6300P SKU with slightly lower turbo if budget is tight and 5.4 GHz is not critical.
Compare head-to-head
Intel Xeon 6377P
- AMD EPYC 4464PRival
Entry-Level Server
- AMD EPYC 4564PRival
Entry-Level Server
- AMD EPYC 4565PRival
Entry-Level Server
- Compare head-to-headIntel Xeon 6349PRival
Entry-Level Server
- Intel Xeon 6337PRival
Entry-Level Server
- Intel Xeon w5-2400 (older generation)Alt
Older architecture but sometimes available at clearance pricing; suitable if you need basic server features and can accept DDR4 and PCIe 4.0.
Our Verdict on Each
A capable, modern entry-server CPU with strong single-thread performance, PCIe 5.0, and DDR5, best for new 1P builds where high frequency and platform features matter more than raw core count.
Best for: New 1P entry servers and workstations that benefit from PCIe 5.0, DDR5, and high per-core performance without needing high core counts.
Read the full reviewA distinctive Xeon that prioritizes clock speed over core count, delivering strong single-threaded and lightly threaded performance in an entry-level server envelope, but faces tough competition from AMD’s EPYC 4004/4005 series on price and core density.
Best for: Single-socket entry-level servers or workstations where ECC memory, PCIe 5.0, and high per-clock performance are critical and the software stack is optimized for Intel’s platform.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which uses less power?
The Intel Xeon 6357P has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Intel Xeon 6357P (80 W), Intel Xeon 6377P (95 W).
Do Intel Xeon 6357P and Intel Xeon 6377P use the same socket?
Yes — all of these CPUs use the FCLGA1700 socket, so they share compatible motherboards.
Which has more cores?
The Intel Xeon 6377P has the most cores. Core counts: Intel Xeon 6357P (8 cores), Intel Xeon 6377P (12 cores).
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Intel Xeon 6357P posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Xeon 6357P (30,401). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.