Core i9-7900X vs Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
Core i9-7900X
Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i9-7900X
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i9-7900X | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($188) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($220) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i9-7900X | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+17%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($188) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($220) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i9-7900X and Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
Core i9-7900X
The Core i9-7900X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 14 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 20,907 points. Launch price was $999.
Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 20,870 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Core i9-7900X packs 10 cores / 20 threads, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Core i9-7900X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Core i9-7900X versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE — a 2.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE (base: 3.3 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Core i9-7900X uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE uses Cezanne (2021−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i9-7900X scores 20,907 against the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE's 20,870 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i9-7900X. L3 cache: 14 MB (total) on the Core i9-7900X vs 16 MB on the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE.
| Feature | Core i9-7900X | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 20+25% | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz | 4.6 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+3% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 14 MB (total) | 16 MB+14% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Cezanne (2021−2025) |
| PassMark | 20,907 | 20,870 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,323 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 8,536 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i9-7900X uses the LGA2011 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i9-7900X | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2011 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 4 | — |
| ECC Support | ❌ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 44 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i9-7900X) / not specified (Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE). Primary use case: Core i9-7900X targets High-End Desktop.
| Feature | Core i9-7900X | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | Yes | — |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | — |
| Target Use | High-End Desktop | — |
Value Analysis
The Core i9-7900X launched at $999 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE debuted at $220. At current prices ($188 vs $220), the Core i9-7900X is $32 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i9-7900X delivers 111.2 pts/$ vs 94.9 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE — making the Core i9-7900X the 15.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core i9-7900X | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $999 | $220-78% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $188-15% | $220 |
| Performance per Dollar | 111.2+17% | 94.9 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2024 |
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