EPYC 9255 vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX
EPYC 9255
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9255
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9255 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,934) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,495) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Turin (2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Chagall PRO (2022) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9255 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+30%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,934) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,495) |
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 9255 and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX
EPYC 9255
The EPYC 9255 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Turin (2024) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 3.25 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 75,809 points. Launch price was $2,495.
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2022-03-08. It is based on the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: sWRX8. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 74,985 points. Launch price was $3,299.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9255 packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the EPYC 9255 versus 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX — a 6.5% clock advantage for the EPYC 9255 (base: 3.25 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The EPYC 9255 uses the Turin (2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX uses Chagall PRO (2022) (7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9255 scores 75,809 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX's 74,985 — a 1.1% lead for the EPYC 9255. L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 9255 vs 128 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX.
| Feature | EPYC 9255 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48 | 32 / 64+33% |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz+7% | 4.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.25 GHz | 3.6 GHz+11% |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total) | 128 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Turin (2024) | Chagall PRO (2022) |
| PassMark | 75,809+1% | 74,985 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 53,977 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,686 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 29,745 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9255 uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX uses sWRX8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the EPYC 9255 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX — the EPYC 9255 supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9255 supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9255) vs 8 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9255) and WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX).
| Feature | EPYC 9255 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | sWRX8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800+119900% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144 | 2048 GB+34952433% |
| RAM Channels | 12+50% | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 9255 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP (EPYC 9255) vs true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX). Direct competitor: EPYC 9255 rivals Xeon Platinum 8480+; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX rivals Xeon Gold 6338.
| Feature | EPYC 9255 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP | true |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9255 launched at $2495 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX debuted at $2495. At current prices ($1934 vs $2495), the EPYC 9255 is $561 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9255 delivers 39.2 pts/$ vs 30.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX — making the EPYC 9255 the 26.4% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9255 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2495 | $2495 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1934-22% | $2495 |
| Performance per Dollar | 39.2+30% | 30.1 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2022 |
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