EPYC 9454 vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
EPYC 9454
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9454
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9454 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($576) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,699.99) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) | ✨ Modern (Shimada Peak (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9454 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+340%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($576) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,699.99) |
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 9965WX
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 9965WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 July 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Shimada Peak (2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: sTR5. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 93,660 points. Launch price was $2,899.
Processing Power
The EPYC 9454 packs 48 cores / 96 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the EPYC 9454 has 24 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the EPYC 9454 versus 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX — a 34.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX (base: 2.75 GHz vs 4.2 GHz). The EPYC 9454 uses the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX uses Shimada Peak (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9454 scores 87,961 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX's 93,660 — a 6.3% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX. L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 9454 vs 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX.
| Feature | EPYC 9454 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 48 / 96+100% | 24 / 48 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 5.4 GHz+42% |
| Base Clock | 2.75 GHz | 4.2 GHz+53% |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB (total)+100% | 128 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm, 6 nm | 4 nm-20% |
| Architecture | Genoa (2022−2023) | Shimada Peak (2025) |
| PassMark | 87,961 | 93,660+6% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 60,336 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 3,349 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 30,722 |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9454 uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX uses sTR5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-4800 memory speed. The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX 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 9965WX). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9454) and WRX90,TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX).
| Feature | EPYC 9454 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | sTR5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | DDR5-6400 |
| 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 9965WX). Primary use case: EPYC 9454 targets Data Center, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX targets High-end Workstation. Direct competitor: EPYC 9454 rivals Xeon Platinum 8468; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX rivals Xeon w9-3595X.
| Feature | EPYC 9454 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, SEV-SNP | true |
| Target Use | Data Center | High-end Workstation |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9454 launched at $5225 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX debuted at $2899. At current prices ($576 vs $2699.99), the EPYC 9454 is $2124 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9454 delivers 152.7 pts/$ vs 34.7 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX — making the EPYC 9454 the 126% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9454 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5225 | $2899-45% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $576-79% | $2699.99 |
| Performance per Dollar | 152.7+340% | 34.7 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2025 |
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