EPYC 9655 vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX
EPYC 9655
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9655
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | EPYC 9655 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($11,852) | ✅ More affordable ($11,699) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Turin (2024) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Shimada Peak (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | EPYC 9655 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+14%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($11,852) | ✅ More affordable ($11,699) |
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 9655 and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX
EPYC 9655
The EPYC 9655 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Turin (2024) architecture. It features 96 cores and 192 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 384 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 400 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 156,110 points. Launch price was $11,852.
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX 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 96 cores and 192 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 384 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: 176,281 points. Launch price was $11,700.
Processing Power
Both the EPYC 9655 and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX share an identical 96-core/192-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the EPYC 9655 versus 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX (base: 2.6 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The EPYC 9655 uses the Turin (2024) architecture (4 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX uses Shimada Peak (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9655 scores 156,110 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX's 176,281 — a 12.1% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,830 vs 3,000, a 5.8% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 29,329 vs 30,170 (2.8% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX). Both processors carry 384 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | EPYC 9655 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 96 / 192 | 96 / 192 |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz | 5.4 GHz+20% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz+4% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 384 MB (total) | 384 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm | 4 nm |
| Architecture | Turin (2024) | Shimada Peak (2025) |
| PassMark | 156,110 | 176,281+13% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 180,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,830 | 3,000+6% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 29,329 | 30,170+3% |
Memory & Platform
The EPYC 9655 uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX uses sTR5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-6000 memory speed. The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 9 TB — 198.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9655) vs 8 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9655) and WRX90,TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX).
| Feature | EPYC 9655 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP5 | sTR5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-6000 | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 9 TB+350% | 2048 GB |
| RAM Channels | 12+50% | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 |
Advanced Features
Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: AMD-V, SEV-SNP (EPYC 9655) vs true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX). Primary use case: EPYC 9655 targets Data Center, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX targets High-end Workstation / AI Rendering. Direct competitor: EPYC 9655 rivals Xeon 6979P; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX rivals Xeon w9-3495X.
| Feature | EPYC 9655 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | — |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V, SEV-SNP | true |
| Target Use | Data Center | High-end Workstation / AI Rendering |
Value Analysis
The EPYC 9655 launched at $11852 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX debuted at $11699. At current prices ($11852 vs $11699), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX is $153 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9655 delivers 13.2 pts/$ vs 15.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX the 13.4% better value option.
| Feature | EPYC 9655 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $11852 | $11699-1% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $11852 | $11699-1% |
| Performance per Dollar | 13.2 | 15.1+14% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2025 |
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