EPYC 9454 vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
EPYC 9454
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9454
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9454 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($576) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,486) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9454 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+540%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($576) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,486) |
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 9454 and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
EPYC 9454
The EPYC 9454 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 November 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture. It features 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.75 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 290 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 87,961 points. Launch price was $5,225.
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: sWRX8. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 83,235 points. Launch price was $5,500.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9454 packs 48 cores / 96 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX offers 64 cores / 128 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the EPYC 9454 versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX — a 10% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX (base: 2.75 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The EPYC 9454 uses the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX uses Matisse (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9454 scores 87,961 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX's 83,235 — a 5.5% lead for the EPYC 9454. L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 9454 vs 256 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX.
| Feature | EPYC 9454 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 48 / 96 | 64 / 128+33% |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4.2 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 2.75 GHz+2% | 2.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB (total) | 256 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm, 6 nm-29% | 7 nm, 12 nm |
| Architecture | Genoa (2022−2023) | Matisse (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 87,961+6% | 83,235 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 64,355 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,266 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 20,256 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9454 uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX uses sWRX8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the EPYC 9454 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX — the EPYC 9454 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 6 TB — 198.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9454) vs 8 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9454) and WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX).
| Feature | EPYC 9454 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | sWRX8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800+25% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6 TB+200% | 2048 GB |
| RAM Channels | 12+50% | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: AMD-V, SEV-SNP (EPYC 9454) vs true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX). Primary use case: EPYC 9454 targets Data Center. Direct competitor: EPYC 9454 rivals Xeon Platinum 8468; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX rivals Xeon Platinum 8280.
| Feature | EPYC 9454 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, SEV-SNP | true |
| Target Use | Data Center | — |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9454 launched at $5225 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX debuted at $5489. At current prices ($576 vs $3486), the EPYC 9454 is $2910 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9454 delivers 152.7 pts/$ vs 23.9 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX — making the EPYC 9454 the 145.9% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9454 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5225-5% | $5489 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $576-83% | $3486 |
| Performance per Dollar | 152.7+539% | 23.9 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2020 |
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