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Intel Xeon Platinum 8252C @ 3.80GHz

Explore Intel Xeon Platinum 8252C @ 3.80GHz technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for server workloads and platform planning.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
7.2/ 10
Technical rating

Very good

Intel Xeon Platinum 8252C @ 3.80GHz is a Server processor with 12 cores and 24 threads. It runs at 3.8 GHz and boosts up to 4.5 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 28147 and a single-thread rating of 2700.

CPU Mark28,147
1 samples
Single Thread2,700
Overall rank#640
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Very good
7.2Very good

Intel Xeon Platinum 8252C @ 3.80GHz is a Server processor with 12 cores and 24 threads. It runs at 3.8 GHz and boosts up to 4.5 GHz. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 28147 and a single-thread rating of 2700.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Intel Xeon Platinum 8252C @ 3.80GHz is a Server released in 2020. Recorded specifications include 12 cores and 24 threads, up to 4.50 GHz turbo, a 28,147 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 28,147 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 2,700 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.

Memory and power

Verify the system memory type, real power limits and cooling capacity.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key Intel Xeon Platinum 8252C @ 3.80GHz specifications?

The main recorded details are 12 cores and 24 threads, up to 4.50 GHz turbo, a 28,147 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Intel Xeon Platinum 8252C @ 3.80GHz good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the Intel Xeon Platinum 8252C @ 3.80GHz?

A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.

How much power does the Intel Xeon Platinum 8252C @ 3.80GHz use?

A structured TDP value is not currently available. Check the manufacturer specification and device power limits.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01Intel Xeon 6975P-CIntel28,252 points
02Intel Xeon Platinum 8252C @ 3.80GHzThis CPU28,147 points
03Intel Xeon Gold 6148 @ 2.40GHzIntel28,093 points
04Intel Xeon W-2195 @ 2.30GHzIntel28,050 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01Intel Xeon 6975P-CIntel3,293 points
02Intel Xeon Platinum 8252C @ 3.80GHzThis CPU2,700 points
03Intel Xeon W-2195 @ 2.30GHzIntel2,429 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01Intel Xeon W-2195 @ 2.30GHzIntel200.4 Mark/W

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
415,188.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
10,459.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
31,737.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
115.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
61,141.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
99,955.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
2,132.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
51,390.00

Core specifications

BrandIntel
CategoryServer
Release year2020
Socket—
Cores / threads12 / 24
Base clock3.80 GHz
Max turbo4.50 GHz
TDP—
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

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Memory type—
Official speed—
Maximum capacity—

Cache hierarchy

L1I4 x 32 KB
L1D4 x 32 KB
L24 x 1024 KB
L399 MB