CPU Comparison
Intel Xeon 6740P vs Intel Xeon 6747P
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Xeon 6740P is a 48-core, 96-thread server processor based on the Granite Rapids-SP architecture, designed for dual-socket enterprise and cloud workloads requiring high core counts, large cache, and strong memory bandwidth.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Gaming
Virtualization
Efficiency
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- Strong CPU-based inference for models that fit in cache and memory.
- No dedicated AI matrix units beyond AVX-512/AMX in this generation.
- Best suited as a host CPU for GPU-accelerated AI training or inference.
- 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
- Not designed or marketed for gaming.
- Lack of integrated graphics and optimized latency for client workloads.
- Better suited for server and enterprise use cases.
- 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
- 48 cores and 96 threads for high parallel throughput
- 288 MB shared L3 cache reduces latency for large datasets
- 8-channel DDR5-6400 memory subsystem
- Up to 88 PCIe 5.0 lanes in 2P configs for GPU and NVMe expansion
- Strong platform features (CXL 2.0, Intel AMX, QAT, DSA) for server workloads
- Good performance-per-watt within its core-count and frequency band
Cons
- High 270 W TDP requires robust cooling and power delivery
- Locked multiplier with no overclocking headroom
- No integrated graphics; must be paired with a discreet GPU or BMC
- Platform and memory costs are significant compared to client CPUs
- Single-thread performance is lower than lower-core-count, higher-clocked SKUs
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 6740P
- AMD EPYC 9474FRival
Server
- AMD EPYC 9654Rival
Server
- Compare head-to-headIntel Xeon 6760PRival
Server
- Intel Xeon 6730PRival
Server
- Compare head-to-headIntel Xeon 6781PRival
Server
- Intel Xeon 6500P SeriesAlt
Lower-core-count P-core SKUs (e.g., 6530P) with similar platform features but reduced TDP and cost.
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 high-core-count Granite Rapids-SP Xeon optimized for 2P servers needing strong memory bandwidth and large cache, though power and platform cost are substantial.
Best for: Building or refreshing a dual-socket server for virtualization, databases, or general enterprise workloads where core density and memory bandwidth matter more than absolute single-thread performance.
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 6740P 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 6740P or Intel Xeon 6747P?
For gaming, the Intel Xeon 6740P leads with a gaming performance score of 0/100 among Intel Xeon 6740P and Intel Xeon 6747P.
Which uses less power?
The Intel Xeon 6740P has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Intel Xeon 6740P (270 W), Intel Xeon 6747P (330 W).
Do Intel Xeon 6740P and Intel Xeon 6747P use the same socket?
Yes — all of these CPUs use the FCLGA4710 socket, so they share compatible motherboards.
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Intel Xeon 6747P posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Xeon 6740P (0), Intel Xeon 6747P (101,685). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.