CPU Comparison
Intel Xeon 6737P vs Intel Xeon 6747P
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Xeon 6737P is a 32-core, 64-thread server processor based on the Granite Rapids-SP architecture, offering 2.9 GHz base and 4 GHz turbo clocks, 144 MB of L3 cache, eight-channel DDR5-6400 memory, and 88 PCIe 5.0 lanes in a 270 W TDP envelope for dual-socket platforms.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Gaming
Virtualization
Efficiency
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- Intel AMX with BF16/INT8 support accelerates deep learning inference
- Two AVX-512 FMA units per core benefit vectorized AI and HPC kernels
- No dedicated AI accelerator; heavy AI training still better suited to GPUs
- Intel AMX and DL Boost accelerate matrix and inference workloads on‑CPU
- No discrete GPU on the CPU; large AI training workloads typically require add‑in accelerators
- Well‑suited for inference at scale in data centers with CPU‑first deployments
Content Creation
Gaming
- Server processor not targeted at gaming
- No integrated graphics
- No official gaming benchmarks
- No integrated graphics
- Socket and platform are server/workstation oriented, not desktop gaming
- Single‑thread clocks are lower than typical gaming CPUs; latency matters more for servers
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- 32 high-performance P-cores with 4 GHz max turbo
- Intel AMX and dual AVX-512 FMA units for AI and HPC
- 88 PCIe 5.0 lanes with CXL 2.0 platform support
- 8-channel DDR5-6400 up to 4 TB per socket
- Rich accelerator set (QAT, DLB, DSA, IAA) offloads crypto, analytics, and streaming
- Granite Rapids-SP platform with UPI 2.0 for coherent dual-socket designs
Cons
- High 270 W TDP requires robust cooling and power design
- Platform and CPU cost are significant compared to previous-gen Xeons
- Locked multiplier limits enthusiast-style overclocking
- No integrated graphics; not suitable for headless or lightweight client use
- Full performance potential depends on server firmware and OS support for Speed Select and accelerators
Pros
- 48 cores and 96 threads for high multi‑threaded throughput
- Large 288 MB L3 cache and Intel 3 manufacturing
- Eight‑channel DDR5/MRDIMM support with up to 4 TB per socket
- 88 PCIe 5.0 lanes per socket for modern NVMe and NICs
- Intel AMX and DL Boost for CPU‑side AI inference
- DSA/DLB/IAA/QAT accelerators for storage, networking, and analytics
- Dual‑socket UPI interconnect (24 GT/s, 4 links)
- Intel TDX and TME for confidential computing and memory encryption
Cons
- 330 W TDP requires robust power and cooling in the rack
- No integrated graphics; requires a discrete GPU or headless operation
- Server‑focused platform and firmware may not suit desktop/workstation software stacks
- Consumer‑familiar features like an unlocked multiplier are not present
Competitors & Alternatives
Intel Xeon 6737P
- AMD EPYC 7573XRival
Server (32-core, Milan-X)
- AMD EPYC 9384XRival
Server (Genoa-X, 32-core)
- Intel Xeon Gold 6448YRival
Server (4th Gen Xeon Scalable, 32-core)
- Intel Xeon Gold 6438MRival
Server (4th Gen Xeon Scalable, 32-core)
- Intel Xeon 6730PRival
Server (Xeon 6700P, 32-core, lower turbo)
Same 32-core Granite Rapids-SP family with higher 4.2 GHz turbo for slightly better per-thread performance.
Compare head-to-headLower 2.5 GHz base and 245 W TDP for slightly better power efficiency at reduced peak clocks.
Compare head-to-head
Intel Xeon 6747P
- AMD EPYC 8534P (Siena, 64c/128t, 200 W, SP6)Rival
Cloud/Edge Server CPU
- AMD EPYC 8434P (Siena, 48c/96t, 200 W, SP6)Rival
Cloud/Edge Server CPU
- AMD EPYC 9334 (Genoa, 32c/64t, 210 W, SP5)Rival
General‑Purpose Server CPU
- Intel Xeon 6737P (32c/64t, 270 W, FCLGA4710)Rival
Xeon 6 6700P (Granite Rapids‑SP)
- Intel Xeon 6741P (48c/96t, 300 W, FCLGA4710)Rival
Xeon 6 6700P (Granite Rapids‑SP)
Same 48 cores/96 threads and 288 MB L3 on Granite Rapids‑SP but 300 W TDP (2.5 GHz base) and single‑socket designs; choose 6741P if you prefer lower TDP or UP builds.
Compare head-to-head32 cores with higher per‑core clocks (2.9 GHz base) and 270 W; better for workloads that benefit from fewer but faster cores.
Compare head-to-head- AMD EPYC 8534PAlt
64 cores on Siena at 200 W for cloud/telco and edge environments that prioritize lower power and single‑socket density.
- AMD EPYC 8434PAlt
48 cores on Siena at 200 W; if your use case is power‑constrained and you can trade Intel’s accelerators and DDR5/MRDIMM capabilities for lower TDP.
- Intel Xeon 6900P series (LGA 7529)Alt
Higher core counts and triple compute tile configurations for larger scale‑up and AI‑heavy deployments.
Our Verdict on Each
A strong Xeon 6 P-core SKU for two-socket servers that need high per-core performance, AMX acceleration, and plenty of PCIe 5.0 connectivity, though its 270 W TDP and platform cost demand careful power and cooling planning.
Best for: Dual-socket servers running virtualization, in-memory databases, or mixed AI/HPC workloads that can leverage AMX and high PCIe 5.0 lane counts.
Read the full reviewA capable 48‑core Granite Rapids‑SP part aimed at dual‑socket servers and workstations. It offers strong multi‑threaded throughput, high memory bandwidth with DDR5 or MRDIMM up to 8000 MT/s, and robust I/O with 88 PCIe 5.0 lanes, making it a solid fit for virtualization, databases, and CPU‑side AI inference.
Best for: Dual‑socket servers for virtualization, enterprise databases, and CPU‑side AI inference in data centers
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Intel Xeon 6737P or Intel Xeon 6747P?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Intel Xeon 6747P comes out ahead with a score of 9/10. That said, the best choice depends on your workload — check the spec and performance breakdown above for gaming, productivity and efficiency differences.
Which is faster for gaming, Intel Xeon 6737P or Intel Xeon 6747P?
For gaming, the Intel Xeon 6737P leads with a gaming performance score of 0/100 among Intel Xeon 6737P and Intel Xeon 6747P.
Which uses less power?
The Intel Xeon 6737P has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Intel Xeon 6737P (270 W), Intel Xeon 6747P (330 W).
Do Intel Xeon 6737P and Intel Xeon 6747P use the same socket?
Yes — all of these CPUs use the FCLGA4710 socket, so they share compatible motherboards.
Which has more cores?
The Intel Xeon 6747P has the most cores. Core counts: Intel Xeon 6737P (32 cores), Intel Xeon 6747P (48 cores).
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Intel Xeon 6747P posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Xeon 6737P (0), Intel Xeon 6747P (101,685). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.