THREADS

Processors 40 threads

Explore 28 processors with 40 logical CPU threads. The index spans multiple designs and platforms that share a thread count but differ in cores, performance and power.

28 processors40-thread

Selection guide

Choosing the right 40-thread processor

This page groups 28 processors in the 40-thread category. Use it to compare logical thread count, but do not treat the count alone as a performance score; CPU Mark, single-thread speed, power use and your workload all matter.

1 brands 20–20 cores 31,981 average CPU Mark 110.00–300.00 W TDP

Practical answers

What does this count mean in real use?

Best-fit workloads

Targets workstations, rendering, simulation, software builds and virtualization; it can be excessive for gaming and everyday use.

Is a higher count always better?

Not always. Higher counts help software that scales across parallel work, while a newer CPU with fewer cores or threads can win through stronger per-core speed, clocks and efficiency.

Expected power range

This page reports the actual recorded TDP range for the category. Core or thread count does not imply one power level: mobile, desktop and server processors operate under very different limits.

110–300 Waverage 157 W

Desktop versus server

Desktop CPUs balance responsiveness, clock speed and platform cost. Server CPUs prioritize parallel throughput, memory capacity, reliability features and sustained operation.

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Match the workload

Thread count helps parallel software, but it does not compensate for weak per-core performance or an older architecture.

Compare measured performance

Use CPU Mark for broad throughput and Single Thread for games and tasks sensitive to per-core speed.

Check the platform

Verify socket, motherboard, memory, power and cooling support before committing to a processor.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What does a 40-thread processor mean?

The operating system can schedule work across 40 logical CPU threads. Thread count may equal the physical core count or be higher when simultaneous multithreading is supported.

What is an 40-thread CPU good for?

Targets workstations, rendering, simulation, software builds and virtualization; it can be excessive for gaming and everyday use.

What is the difference between cores and threads?

A core is a physical execution unit. A thread is a logical work stream. Two threads per core can improve utilization, but they do not automatically double performance.

Are 40 CPU threads enough?

That depends on the workload. Everyday use and gaming have different needs from rendering, simulation and servers, so compare benchmark performance, cores and power as well as thread count.

Do more CPU threads always mean better performance?

No. Software must be able to divide work across many threads, and per-core speed, architecture, clock behavior and power limits still matter.

Are 40-thread CPUs intended for desktops or servers?

The category can include desktop, mobile, workstation and server processors. Compare device class, power, socket, memory support and measured performance instead of thread count alone.

How are CPUs in this category ranked?

The default performance order uses the stored CPU Mark, with additional sorting by cores and power available in the processor list.

This summary is calculated from processor records linked to the category. Performance results are broad comparison indicators and can vary with system, power and cooling. Latest data update:

Processor catalog

40 threads

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01CPUIntel Xeon 656Intel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock4.8 GHzTDP210 WCPU Mark65,03202CPUIntel Xeon w5-3535XIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock4.8 GHzTDP300 WCPU Mark54,24403CPUIntel Xeon w7-2475XIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock4.8 GHzTDP225 WCPU Mark52,79704CPUIntel Xeon w7-3445Intel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock4.8 GHzTDP270 WCPU Mark48,97805CPUIntel Xeon Silver 4416+Intel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.9 GHzTDP165 WCPU Mark43,65906CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6242R @ 3.10GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock4.1 GHzTDP205 WCPU Mark35,02507CPUIntel Xeon Gold 5320T @ 2.30GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.5 GHzTDP150 WCPU Mark33,82808CPUIntel Xeon D-2799 @ 2.40GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.4 GHzTDP129 WCPU Mark33,79209CPUIntel Xeon Silver 4316 @ 2.30GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.4 GHzTDP150 WCPU Mark33,37910CPUIntel Xeon Gold 5320H @ 2.40GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock4.2 GHzTDP150 WCPU Mark31,71811CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6248 @ 2.50GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.9 GHzTDP150 WCPU Mark28,89712CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6210U @ 2.50GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.9 GHzTDP150 WCPU Mark28,86113CPUIntel Xeon D-2795NT @ 2.00GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.1 GHzTDP110 WCPU Mark28,46314CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6148 @ 2.40GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.7 GHzTDP150 WCPU Mark28,09315CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6230N @ 2.30GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.5 GHzTDP125 WCPU Mark27,73216CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6230T @ 2.10GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.9 GHzTDP125 WCPU Mark27,05317CPUIntel Xeon D-2796TE @ 2.00GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.1 GHzTDP118 WCPU Mark26,47918CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6230 @ 2.10GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.9 GHzTDP125 WCPU Mark26,28519CPUIntel Xeon E5-2698R v4 @ 2.20GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock—TDP—CPU Mark25,34120CPUIntel Xeon Gold 5218R @ 2.10GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock4.0 GHzTDP125 WCPU Mark25,07621CPUIntel Xeon E5-2679 v4 @ 2.50GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.3 GHzTDP200 WCPU Mark24,13122CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6222V @ 1.80GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.6 GHzTDP115 WCPU Mark24,11523CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6122 @ 1.80GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.7 GHzTDP120 WCPU Mark23,78124CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6138 @ 2.00GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads20 / 40Clock3.7 GHzTDP125 WCPU Mark23,161