THREADS

Processors 56 threads

Explore 31 processors with 56 logical CPU threads. The index spans multiple designs and platforms that share a thread count but differ in cores, performance and power.

31 processors56-thread

Selection guide

Choosing the right 56-thread processor

This page groups 31 processors in the 56-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.

3 brands 28–28 cores 45,931 average CPU Mark 165.00–350.00 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.

165–350 Waverage 214 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 56-thread processor mean?

The operating system can schedule work across 56 logical CPU threads. Thread count may equal the physical core count or be higher when simultaneous multithreading is supported.

What is an 56-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 56 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 56-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

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01CPUIntel Xeon 674XIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock4.9 GHzTDP270 WCPU Mark83,64702CPUIntel Xeon w7-3555Intel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock4.8 GHzTDP325 WCPU Mark67,75403CPUIntel Xeon w7-3465XIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock4.8 GHzTDP300 WCPU Mark61,46604CPUIntel Xeon Gold 5520+Intel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock0.4 GHzTDP205 WCPU Mark61,22705CPUIntel Xeon Gold 5512UIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock3.7 GHzTDP185 WCPU Mark59,88406CPUIntel Xeon Gold 5420+Intel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock4.1 GHzTDP205 WCPU Mark57,75307CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6423NIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock3.6 GHzTDP195 WCPU Mark57,43408CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6348 @ 2.60GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock3.5 GHzTDP235 WCPU Mark51,84309CPUAMD EPYC 7453AMD · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock3.5 GHzTDP225 WCPU Mark48,45310CPUIntel Xeon W-3175X @ 3.10GHzIntel · DesktopCores / threads28 / 56Clock3.8 GHzTDP255 WCPU Mark45,52011CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6330 @ 2.00GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock3.1 GHzTDP205 WCPU Mark42,07212CPUIntel Xeon Platinum 8280L @ 2.70GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock4.0 GHzTDP205 WCPU Mark41,60913CPUIntel Xeon W-3275M @ 2.50GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock4.4 GHzTDP205 WCPU Mark39,96814CPUIntel Xeon W-3275 @ 2.50GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock4.6 GHzTDP205 WCPU Mark39,44915CPUIntel Xeon Platinum 8180 @ 2.50GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock3.8 GHzTDP205 WCPU Mark38,25916CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6258R @ 2.70GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock4.0 GHzTDP205 WCPU Mark37,77417CPUIntel Xeon Platinum 8280M @ 2.70GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock4.0 GHzTDP205 WCPU Mark37,66518CPUIntel Xeon Platinum 8273CL @ 2.20GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock3.7 GHzTDP165 WCPU Mark37,32019CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6330N @ 2.20GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock3.4 GHzTDP165 WCPU Mark36,36020CPUIntel Xeon Gold 6238R @ 2.20GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock4.0 GHzTDP165 WCPU Mark34,75121CPUIntel Xeon Platinum 8180M @ 2.50GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock3.8 GHzTDP205 WCPU Mark32,98922CPUIntel Xeon Platinum 8280 @ 2.70GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock4.0 GHzTDP205 WCPU Mark31,28723CPUIntel Xeon Platinum 8176 @ 2.10GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock3.8 GHzTDP165 WCPU Mark29,83624CPUIntel Xeon Platinum 8173M @ 2.00GHzIntel · ServerCores / threads28 / 56Clock3.5 GHzTDP165 WCPU Mark28,025