EPYC 9175F vs Xeon w7-3555
EPYC 9175F
Xeon w7-3555
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9175F
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-3555
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9175F | Xeon w7-3555 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,703) | ✅ More affordable ($2,199) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Turin (2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9175F | Xeon w7-3555 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+73%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,703) | ✅ More affordable ($2,199) |
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 9175F and Xeon w7-3555
EPYC 9175F
The EPYC 9175F 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 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 512 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 320 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 65,894 points. Launch price was $4,256.
Xeon w7-3555
The Xeon w7-3555 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 75 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 325 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 67,754 points. Launch price was $2,339.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9175F packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon w7-3555 offers 28 cores / 56 threads — the Xeon w7-3555 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the EPYC 9175F versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-3555 — a 4.1% clock advantage for the EPYC 9175F (base: 4.2 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The EPYC 9175F uses the Turin (2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Xeon w7-3555 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9175F scores 65,894 against the Xeon w7-3555's 67,754 — a 2.8% lead for the Xeon w7-3555. L3 cache: 512 MB (total) on the EPYC 9175F vs 75 MB on the Xeon w7-3555.
| Feature | EPYC 9175F | Xeon w7-3555 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 28 / 56+75% |
| Boost Clock | 5 GHz+4% | 4.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.2 GHz+56% | 2.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 512 MB (total)+583% | 75 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Turin (2024) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 65,894 | 67,754+3% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 17,120 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9175F uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon w7-3555 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 6400 on the EPYC 9175F versus DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w7-3555 — the EPYC 9175F supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 4096 of RAM. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9175F) vs 8 (Xeon w7-3555). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 9175F) vs 112 (Xeon w7-3555) — the EPYC 9175F offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9175F) and W790 (Xeon w7-3555).
| Feature | EPYC 9175F | Xeon w7-3555 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 6400+127900% | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 4096 GB+104857500% |
| RAM Channels | 12+50% | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+14% | 112 |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w7-3555 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 (EPYC 9175F) vs true (Xeon w7-3555). Direct competitor: EPYC 9175F rivals Xeon 6972P; Xeon w7-3555 rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX.
| Feature | EPYC 9175F | Xeon w7-3555 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9175F launched at $4256 MSRP, while the Xeon w7-3555 debuted at $2749. At current prices ($3703 vs $2199), the Xeon w7-3555 is $1504 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9175F delivers 17.8 pts/$ vs 30.8 pts/$ for the Xeon w7-3555 — making the Xeon w7-3555 the 53.6% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9175F | Xeon w7-3555 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $4256 | $2749-35% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3703 | $2199-41% |
| Performance per Dollar | 17.8 | 30.8+73% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2024 |
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