Performance comparison: which is faster?
Xeon E5-2699 v4 (Intel, 2016) and Xeon Gold 6148 (Intel, 2017) are compared here. Compare not only scores, but also whether the motherboard can be reused and which GPU class is balanced with each CPU.
Overall performance: nearly equal
The sockets differ (LGA2011-3 / LGA3647), so switching requires a motherboard replacement. For games, performance balance with the GPU (guideline CPU:GPU = 0.9:1) matters more than CPU speed alone.
Relative performance score (higher is faster). Actual speed varies by workload, cooling, and memory configuration.
| Item | Xeon E5-2699 v4 | Xeon Gold 6148 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance Score | 28,000 | 28,000 |
| Generation | Xeon | Xeon |
| Socket | LGA2011-3 | LGA3647 |
| Release Year | 2016 | 2017 |
| Type | Server | Server |
| Compatible GPU Example | GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER | Radeon RX 7600 |
| If You Want To... | Recommended |
|---|---|
| Prioritize maximum speed for heavy work or a high-end GPU | Xeon E5-2699 v4 |
| Upgrade while reusing the current motherboard | Choose the CPU matching your motherboard socket |
| Prioritize value and adequate performance | Xeon E5-2699 v4 (the lower model is often sufficient) |
Their scores are nearly identical (Xeon E5-2699 v4: 28000 points / Xeon Gold 6148: 28000 points). Choose the less expensive option or the one that fits your current motherboard.
Both are Xeon-generation CPUs.The sockets differ (LGA2011-3 / LGA3647), so switching requires a motherboard replacement.
Using our CPU:GPU = 0.9:1 guideline, GeForce RTX 2060 SUPER pairs well with Xeon E5-2699 v4 and Radeon RX 7600 pairs well with Xeon Gold 6148. If either GPU is too strong or too weak, one part holds the other back.
