Ryzen 5 5600 vs Xeon w5-2445

CPU

GPU

Ryzen 5 5600

6 Cores12 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.4 GHz2022

Ryzen family

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Xeon w5-2445

10 Cores20 Thrd175 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2023

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Ryzen 5 5600 vs Xeon w5-2445 Performance Spectrum

Ryzen 5 5600

6 / 12

21,550

0.0%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

Xeon w5-2445

10 / 20

32,213

+49.5%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Ryzen 5 5600 vs Xeon w5-2445 FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

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Ryzen 5 5600 vs Xeon w5-2445: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

Ryzen 5 5600

2022

Why buy it

✅+21.9% larger total L3 cache (32 MB vs 26 MB).
✅Draws 65W instead of 175W, a 110W reduction.
✅Includes a boxed cooler (Wraith Stealth), unlike Xeon w5-2445.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Xeon w5-2445 across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Cinebench R23 multi-core (11,077 vs 15,500).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than Xeon w5-2445, which brings 10 cores / 20 threads and 64 PCIe lanes.
❌Launch MSRP is still $199 MSRP, while Xeon w5-2445 mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌Older platform position on AM4 with DDR4, while Xeon w5-2445 moves to LGA4677 and DDR5.

Xeon w5-2445

2023

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +11.4% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 10 cores / 20 threads, plus 64 PCIe lanes vs 24.
✅Newer platform on LGA4677 with DDR5 support instead of AM4 and DDR4.
✅166.7% more PCIe lanes (64 vs 24) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (26 MB vs 32 MB).
❌169.2% higher power demand at 175W vs 65W.
❌No boxed cooler included, unlike Ryzen 5 5600.

Quick Answers

So, is Xeon w5-2445 better than Ryzen 5 5600?

Not really, because they are built for different jobs. Xeon w5-2445 makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while Ryzen 5 5600 is the more practical desktop choice for gaming, platform cost, and everyday use.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Xeon w5-2445 is the better pick. According to our tests, it delivers 11.4% more average FPS across 50 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Xeon w5-2445 is the stronger fit. You are getting 39.9% better Cinebench R23 multi-core, backed by 10 cores and 20 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Xeon w5-2445 is still the faster CPU overall, but Ryzen 5 5600 is easier to justify if budget matters more than peak performance. Xeon w5-2445 comes in at an unclear MSRP at unclear MSRP versus $199 MSRP, and it still gives you a 11.4% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. Ryzen 5 5600 is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (108.3 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), which is why it can still make sense for tighter-budget builds on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Xeon w5-2445 makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2023 vs 2022), a healthier platform with LGA4677 and DDR5 instead of AM4, more multi-core headroom with 10 cores / 20 threads instead of 6/12, and AVX-512 support for heavier modern compute workloads. That gives you a healthier platform runway for motherboard, RAM, and later CPU upgrades.

Ryzen 5 5600 vs Xeon w5-2445 Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

Ryzen 5 5600

The Ryzen 5 5600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 20 April 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 21,550 points. Launch price was $299.

Xeon w5-2445

The Xeon w5-2445 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 26.25 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 175 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 32,213 points. Launch price was $839.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen 5 5600 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Xeon w5-2445 offers 10 cores / 20 threads — the Xeon w5-2445 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600 versus 4.6 GHz on the Xeon w5-2445 — a 4.4% clock advantage for the Xeon w5-2445 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Ryzen 5 5600 uses the Vermeer (2020−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Xeon w5-2445 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 5600 scores 21,550 against the Xeon w5-2445's 32,213 — a 39.7% lead for the Xeon w5-2445. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 11,077 vs 15,500 (33.3% advantage for the Xeon w5-2445). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,052 vs 1,822, a 11.9% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 8,600 vs 10,719 (21.9% advantage for the Xeon w5-2445). L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 5600 vs 26.25 MB on the Xeon w5-2445.

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600	Xeon w5-2445
Cores / Threads	6 / 12	10 / 20+67%
Boost Clock	4.4 GHz	4.6 GHz+5%
Base Clock	3.5 GHz+13%	3.1 GHz
L3 Cache	32 MB (total)+22%	26.25 MB
L2 Cache	512K (per core)+25500%	2 MB (per core)
Process	7 nm	Intel 7 nm
Architecture	Vermeer (2020−2025)	Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024)
PassMark	21,550	32,213+49%
Cinebench R23 Multi	11,077	15,500+40%
Geekbench 6 Single	2,052+13%	1,822
Geekbench 6 Multi	8,600	10,719+25%

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 5 5600 uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon w5-2445 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 5 5600 versus DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w5-2445 — the Xeon w5-2445 supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w5-2445 supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 1500% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 5 5600) vs 4 (Xeon w5-2445). PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 5 5600) vs 64 (Xeon w5-2445) — the Xeon w5-2445 offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: B550,X570,B450,X470,A520 (Ryzen 5 5600) and W790 (Xeon w5-2445).

Feature	Ryzen 5 5600	Xeon w5-2445
Socket	AM4	LGA4677
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 5.0+25%
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200	DDR5-4800+50%
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB	2048 GB+1500%
RAM Channels	2	4+100%
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	24	64+167%

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 5 5600 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon w5-2445 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 5600) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon w5-2445). Primary use case: Ryzen 5 5600 targets Desktop, Xeon w5-2445 targets Professional Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon w5-2445 rivals Threadripper 7945WX.