CPU Comparison
Intel Xeon 6748P vs Intel Xeon 6768P
A side-by-side comparison of specs, performance and value. The Intel Xeon 6748P is a 48-core, 96-thread server processor based on the Granite Rapids-SP architecture, designed for high-core-count, multi-socket enterprise and HPC workloads with 8-channel DDR5-6400 and up to 88 PCIe 5.0 lanes.
The Bottom Line
Overview & Launch
Specifications Compared
Performance Compared
Productivity
Gaming
Virtualization
Efficiency
Specialized Performance
AI / ML
- 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
- Intel AMX and AVX‑512 provide significant acceleration for matrix‑heavy AI workloads.
- Well‑suited to CPU‑based inference and feature extraction where GPUs are not deployed.
- Performance depends on software stack using AMX and MRDIMM/DDR5‑6400 bandwidth.
Content Creation
Gaming
- 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
- Server‑focused platform with no integrated graphics and limited value for gaming builds.
- Single‑threaded clocks are modest compared to client‑oriented CPUs.
- Not recommended for gaming‑centric use cases.
Industry Impact
Best CPU by Use Case
Target Audience
Strengths & Weaknesses
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
Pros
- 64 cores / 128 threads for heavy multi‑threaded server workloads.
- Large 336 MB L3 cache and 8‑channel DDR5‑6400 memory subsystem.
- 88 PCIe 5.0 lanes and CXL 2.0 for accelerators and fast storage.
- UPI 2.0 24 GT/s enables 2S/4S/8S glue‑less multiprocessing.
- Intel AMX and AVX‑512 provide strong AI and HPC acceleration.
- Support for MRDIMMs for bandwidth‑sensitive AI and HPC workloads.
Cons
- High 330 W TDP and demanding cooling requirements.
- Locked multiplier with no overclocking headroom.
- Platform cost is very high; typical system cost is dominated by memory and platform.
- Single‑threaded performance is modest vs client‑focused CPUs.
- Requires deep server‑class knowledge to tune SST‑BF/SST‑PP and NUMA properly.
Competitors & Alternatives
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.
Intel Xeon 6768P
- AMD EPYC 9554Rival
Server (64‑core, 2S)
- AMD EPYC 9534Rival
Server (64‑core, 2S, lower TDP)
- AMD EPYC 9354Rival
Server (32‑core, 2S)
- Compare head-to-headIntel Xeon 6781PRival
Server (80‑core, 2S/4S/8S)
- Compare head-to-headIntel Xeon 6740PRival
Server (48‑core, 2S/4S/8S)
Lower core count (16) and TDP for less demanding workloads or cost‑sensitive 1S servers.
Compare head-to-head- Intel Xeon 6730PAlt
32‑core alternative with similar platform but lower power and cost when 64 cores are not needed.
- Intel Xeon 6900P seriesAlt
Higher‑end 6900P SKUs if you need more cores, memory channels, or MRDIMM support beyond 6700P.
Our Verdict on Each
A 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 reviewA high‑core‑count, memory‑rich server CPU with strong AI acceleration and multi‑socket scalability, best suited for data centers that can exploit its 64 cores and 8‑channel DDR5 bandwidth.
Best for: New or refreshed multi‑socket servers for HPC, AI inference, or large‑scale virtualization where 64 cores and 8‑channel DDR5 are fully utilized.
Read the full reviewFrequently Asked Questions
Which is faster for gaming, Intel Xeon 6748P or Intel Xeon 6768P?
For gaming, the Intel Xeon 6748P leads with a gaming performance score of 40/100 among Intel Xeon 6748P and Intel Xeon 6768P.
Which uses less power?
The Intel Xeon 6748P has the lowest rated TDP. Power draw across these chips: Intel Xeon 6748P (300 W), Intel Xeon 6768P (330 W).
Do Intel Xeon 6748P and Intel Xeon 6768P 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 6768P has the most cores. Core counts: Intel Xeon 6748P (48 cores), Intel Xeon 6768P (64 cores).