CPU Comparison
Intel Xeon 6747P vs Intel Xeon 6748P
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Xeon 6747P is a 48-core, 96-thread server processor in the Xeon 6 6700P series (Granite Rapids-SP) built on the Intel 3 process with 288 MB of L3 cache, DDR5/MRDIMM support, 88 PCIe 5.0 lanes, and a 330 W base TDP, designed for dual-socket data center and HPC workloads.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Gaming
Virtualization
Efficiency
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- 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
- AMX and DL Boost accelerate CPU‑based AI inference
- Well suited as an AI host node for GPU‑accelerated servers
- Not a replacement for dedicated AI accelerators for training
Content Creation
Gaming
- 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
- Designed for server and HPC workloads, not gaming
- High latency and core‑count‑optimized microarchitecture
- Modern desktop CPUs offer better gaming performance at far lower cost
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
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
Pros
- 48 cores and 96 threads for high multi‑threaded throughput
- 8‑channel DDR5‑6400 with MRDIMM support for bandwidth‑intensive workloads
- Up to 88 PCIe 5.0 lanes and CXL 2.0 for GPUs and accelerators
- Mature RAS and enterprise features from the Xeon Scalable lineage
- Good AI inference performance with AMX and DL Boost
Cons
- 300 W TDP requires robust cooling and increases platform power
- High platform cost (CPU, DDR5, server board) compared to lower‑core‑count options
- No integrated graphics; even basic VGA requires an add‑in card or BMC
- Locked multiplier with no official overclocking support
- Overkill for workloads that cannot saturate 48 cores and 8 memory channels
Competitors & Alternatives
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.
Intel Xeon 6748P
- AMD EPYC 9454Rival
Server
- AMD EPYC 9554Rival
Server
- AMD EPYC 9654Rival
Server
- Compare head-to-headIntel Xeon 6781PRival
Server
- Compare head-to-headIntel Xeon 6760PRival
Server
Same core count with higher cache and slightly lower TDP if you need more L3 per core.
Compare head-to-headLower core count and TDP for less demanding server workloads with similar platform features.
Compare head-to-head- Intel Xeon 6900P seriesAlt
Higher‑core‑count Granite Rapids‑AP platform for those needing 72–128 cores per socket.
Our Verdict on Each
A 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 reviewA strong 48-core server CPU for multi-socket platforms that need high memory bandwidth and PCIe connectivity, but with a 300 W TDP and premium price that demand careful platform and cooling design.
Best for: Building or upgrading 2–8 socket servers for virtualization, databases, or HPC where high core count, memory bandwidth, and PCIe connectivity are critical and platform cost can be justified.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Intel Xeon 6747P or Intel Xeon 6748P?
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 6747P or Intel Xeon 6748P?
For gaming, the Intel Xeon 6748P leads with a gaming performance score of 40/100 among Intel Xeon 6747P and Intel Xeon 6748P.
Which uses less power?
The Intel Xeon 6748P has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Intel Xeon 6747P (330 W), Intel Xeon 6748P (300 W).
Do Intel Xeon 6747P and Intel Xeon 6748P 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 6747P (101,685), Intel Xeon 6748P (0). Benchmark figures are approximate and workload-dependent.