EPYC 9115 vs Xeon w5-2555X
EPYC 9115
Xeon w5-2555X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9115
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-2555X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9115 | Xeon w5-2555X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($726) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,145) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Turin (2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Legacy / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9115 | Xeon w5-2555X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+60%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($726) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,145) |
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 EPYC 9115 and Xeon w5-2555X
EPYC 9115
The EPYC 9115 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Turin (2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 48,343 points. Launch price was $726.
Xeon w5-2555X
The Xeon w5-2555X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 14 cores and 28 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 33.75 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 252 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 47,638 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9115 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon w5-2555X offers 14 cores / 28 threads — the EPYC 9115 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the EPYC 9115 versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w5-2555X — a 15.7% clock advantage for the Xeon w5-2555X (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The EPYC 9115 is built on the Turin (2024) architecture. In PassMark, the EPYC 9115 scores 48,343 against the Xeon w5-2555X's 47,638 — a 1.5% lead for the EPYC 9115. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 9115 vs 33.75 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon w5-2555X.
| Feature | EPYC 9115 | Xeon w5-2555X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+14% | 14 / 28 |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz | 4.8 GHz+17% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.3 GHz+27% |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+90% | 33.75 MB Intel® Smart Cache |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | — |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Turin (2024) | — |
| PassMark | 48,343+1% | 47,638 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9115 uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon w5-2555X uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to 4800 memory speed. The EPYC 9115 supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 4096 — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9115) vs 8 (Xeon w5-2555X). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 9115) vs 112 (Xeon w5-2555X) — the EPYC 9115 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9115) and W790 (Xeon w5-2555X).
| Feature | EPYC 9115 | Xeon w5-2555X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800 | 4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144+50% | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 12+50% | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+14% | 112 |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w5-2555X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 9115) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon w5-2555X). Direct competitor: EPYC 9115 rivals Xeon Platinum 8468X; Xeon w5-2555X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX.
| Feature | EPYC 9115 | Xeon w5-2555X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9115 launched at $726 MSRP, while the Xeon w5-2555X debuted at $1069. At current prices ($726 vs $1145), the EPYC 9115 is $419 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9115 delivers 66.6 pts/$ vs 41.6 pts/$ for the Xeon w5-2555X — making the EPYC 9115 the 46.2% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9115 | Xeon w5-2555X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $726-32% | $1069 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $726-37% | $1145 |
| Performance per Dollar | 66.6+60% | 41.6 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2024 |
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