CPU Comparison
Intel Xeon 6746E vs Intel Xeon 6761P
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Xeon 6746E is a 112-core server processor built on the Sierra Forest architecture, designed exclusively with efficiency cores (E-cores) to deliver exceptional core density and throughput for cloud-native, containerized, and heavily multi-threaded workloads.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Gaming
Virtualization
Efficiency
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- No dedicated AI acceleration matrix like in P-core Xeons.
- CPU-based inference can leverage many cores for batch processing.
- On-die QAT accelerator can assist with AI-related compression/encryption.
- Intel AMX accelerates matrix operations for inference and low‑precision training
- DL Boost (AVX‑512 VNNI) improves INT8 inference throughput
- Best suited for CPU‑based AI or as a host for discrete accelerators, not as a replacement for GPUs in large‑scale training
Content Creation
Gaming
- Lacks high single-core turbo frequencies.
- E-cores not optimized for low-latency gaming workloads.
- No integrated graphics.
- Not designed or marketed for gaming
- Few games scale beyond 16–24 threads
- Platform cost and power are disproportionate for gaming
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
Pros
- Unmatched core density (112 cores) in a single socket.
- Excellent energy efficiency for cloud throughput workloads.
- Integrated accelerators reduce need for discrete solutions.
- Massive I/O with 88 PCIe 5.0 lanes.
- Enables high consolidation ratios, saving rack space and power.
Cons
- Low base and turbo clock speeds limit single-thread performance.
- No Hyper-Threading, which may affect performance in some legacy applications.
- High cost per core compared to consumer or older Xeon platforms.
- Requires software optimized for many-core architectures.
- Limited to 2S scalability; not for extreme scale-up systems.
Pros
- 64 cores / 128 threads for highly parallel workloads
- 8‑channel DDR5 / MRDIMM up to 8000 MT/s, up to 4 TB capacity
- 136 PCIe 5.0 lanes for dense I/O configurations
- Intel AMX and DL Boost for AI acceleration
- Mature server RAS and virtualization feature set
- Speed Select Technology for fine‑grained per‑core tuning
Cons
- High 350W TDP and associated cooling and power requirements
- Single‑socket only; no 2P scalability
- Premium pricing typical of high‑core‑count Xeon SKUs
- No integrated graphics (not expected in this segment)
- Locked multiplier; tuning is enterprise‑oriented, not enthusiast‑oriented
Competitors & Alternatives
Intel Xeon 6746E
- AMD EPYC 9004 Series (e.g., EPYC 9654)Rival
Cloud/High-Density Server
- Intel Xeon 6700E Series (Other SKUs)Rival
Cloud/High-Density Server
- Ampere Altra MaxRival
Cloud/Arm-based Server
- Intel Xeon Scalable 5th Gen (Emerald Rapids)Rival
General Purpose Server
- AMD EPYC 8004 Series (Siena)Rival
Single-Socket Cloud Server
Higher core count (144 cores) for even greater density, if budget allows.
Compare head-to-head- Intel Xeon Platinum 8592+Alt
For workloads requiring strong single-thread performance and P-core features like AMX.
- AMD EPYC 9654Alt
Offers 96 cores with SMT (192 threads) and competitive performance per watt in cloud scenarios.
- Intel Xeon Gold 6430Alt
A balanced P-core Xeon for mixed workloads needing both single-thread speed and moderate core count.
- Intel Xeon w9-3495XAlt
A workstation-focused P-core Xeon with high clocks and unlocked multiplier for specialized tasks.
Intel Xeon 6761P
- AMD EPYC 9354Rival
32‑core Server
- AMD EPYC 9684XRival
96‑core Server (Genoa‑X)
- Compare head-to-headIntel Xeon 6767PRival
64‑core Server
- Compare head-to-headIntel Xeon 6768PRival
64‑core Server
- Compare head-to-headIntel Xeon 6760PRival
64‑core Server
- Previous‑Gen Xeon Platinum 8470Alt
Dual‑socket Sapphire Rapids platform; attractive if 2P scalability is required and newer Xeon 6 features are not critical.
Our Verdict on Each
A paradigm-shifting Xeon processor that trades single-thread speed for unparalleled core density and efficiency, perfectly tailored for the modern cloud data center.
Best for: Building new cloud data center racks for containerized, microservices, or VDI workloads where core density and power efficiency are paramount.
Read the full reviewA very high‑core‑count, single‑socket Granite Rapids CPU with strong memory bandwidth, integrated accelerators, and competitive AI performance, best suited for users who can fully utilize 64 cores and justify the 350W TDP and platform cost.
Best for: Single‑socket servers or workstations that can keep 64 cores busy with parallel, memory‑intensive workloads such as virtualization, databases, analytics, and AI inference, and where high PCIe density and integrated accelerators are valuable.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Intel Xeon 6746E or Intel Xeon 6761P?
Based on our editorial ratings, the Intel Xeon 6746E 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 6746E or Intel Xeon 6761P?
For gaming, the Intel Xeon 6761P leads with a gaming performance score of 40/100 among Intel Xeon 6746E and Intel Xeon 6761P.
Which uses less power?
The Intel Xeon 6746E has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Intel Xeon 6746E (250 W), Intel Xeon 6761P (350 W).
Do Intel Xeon 6746E and Intel Xeon 6761P 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 6746E has the most cores. Core counts: Intel Xeon 6746E (112 cores), Intel Xeon 6761P (64 cores).
Which is faster in multi-core benchmarks?
The Intel Xeon 6761P posts the highest multi-core benchmark score. Multi-core results: Intel Xeon 6761P (0). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.