Ryzen 5 7600X
VS
Xeon X5675

Ryzen 5 7600X vs Xeon X5675

AMD

Ryzen 5 7600X

6 Cores12 Thrd105 WWMax: 5.3 GHz2022
VS
Intel

Xeon X5675

6 Cores12 Thrd95 WWMax: 3.46 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 7600X

#29
Core Ultra 7 265F
MSRP: $369|Avg: $276
112%
#30
Core i5-12400F
MSRP: $174|Avg: $110
112%
#31
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355G
MSRP: $130|Avg: $80
110%
#32
Ryzen 7 2700X
MSRP: $329|Avg: $100
110%
#33
Core i3-10100F
MSRP: $88|Avg: $50
110%
#34
Ryzen 5 7400F
MSRP: $150|Avg: $147
109%
#35
Ryzen 5 9600X
MSRP: $279|Avg: $178
106%
#36
Ryzen 7 3800X
MSRP: $399|Avg: $140
103%
#37
Ryzen 3 5300G
MSRP: $130|Avg: $80
103%
#38
Ryzen 9 7900X
MSRP: $549|Avg: $316
102%
#39
Ryzen 5 5600X
MSRP: $299|Avg: $135
102%
#40
Core i5-14600KF
MSRP: $304|Avg: $239
102%
#41
Ryzen 7 5800
MSRP: $349|Avg: $160
101%
#42
Core i3-14100F
MSRP: $109|Avg: $96
101%
#43
Ryzen 7 3700X
MSRP: $329|Avg: $140
101%
#44
Ryzen 5 7600X
MSRP: $299|Avg: $178
100%
#45
Ryzen 3 3100
MSRP: $99|Avg: $75
100%
#46
Core i5-13490F
MSRP: $235|Avg: $170
99%
#47
Ryzen 5 5600F
MSRP: $99|Avg: $129
99%
#48
Ryzen 9 PRO 3900
MSRP: $499|Avg: $200
98%
#49
Ryzen 3 4300GE
MSRP: $94|Avg: $72
98%
#50
Ryzen 5 PRO 2400GE
MSRP: $169|Avg: $50
98%
#51
Core Ultra 5 225
MSRP: $240|Avg: $200
98%
#52
Core i5-11500
MSRP: $192|Avg: $110
98%
#53
Core i3-12100F
MSRP: $97|Avg: $90
98%
#54
Core Ultra 7 265
MSRP: $384|Avg: $320
98%
#55
Ryzen 7 5800X
MSRP: $449|Avg: $180
97%
#56
Core i5-11400F
MSRP: $157|Avg: $110
97%
#57
Ryzen 7 5700G
MSRP: $359|Avg: $160
96%
#58
Ryzen 7 5700X
MSRP: $299|Avg: $175
96%
#59
Core i5-9500
MSRP: $192|Avg: $65
95%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon X5675

#1
Xeon Platinum 8454H
MSRP: $6540|Avg: N/A
46597%
#6
Xeon Gold 6240R
MSRP: $2444|Avg: N/A
8798%
#10
Xeon 6337P
MSRP: $60|Avg: $5
7817%
#15
EPYC 9174F
MSRP: $194|Avg: $30
6039%
#537
Xeon Platinum 8180
MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2363
86%
#538
Xeon Platinum 8280M
MSRP: $10009|Avg: $6223
84%
#539
Xeon Platinum 8280
MSRP: $10009|Avg: $2940
83%
#540
Xeon E7-8891 v3
MSRP: $6841|Avg: $418
71%
#998
Xeon X5675
MSRP: $1440|Avg: $22
100%
#999
Xeon Phi 7210
MSRP: $1881|Avg: $150
87%
#1000
Xeon D-1567
MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230
87%
#1001
Xeon E-2126G
MSRP: $2702|Avg: $230
87%
#1004
Xeon D-1531
MSRP: $2057|Avg: $250
84%
#1005
Xeon 5130
MSRP: $316|Avg: $10
83%
#1007
Xeon E5-4640 v3
MSRP: $2859|Avg: $300
81%
#1008
Xeon E5440
MSRP: $690|Avg: $37
77%
#1009
Xeon E5-2643
MSRP: $1552|Avg: $50
76%
#1010
Xeon E5-2637
MSRP: $885|Avg: $40
75%
#1011
Xeon W3570
MSRP: $999|Avg: $15
73%
#1013
Xeon E5-4620
MSRP: $2141|Avg: $400
70%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 5 7600X (2022) utilizes 5 nm, 6 nm technology and DDR5-5200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightRyzen 5 7600XXeon X5675
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($178)
More affordable ($22)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm)
🛑 Legacy (Westmere-EP (2010−2011) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon X5675 (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightRyzen 5 7600XXeon X5675
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+83%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($178)
More affordable ($22)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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 Ryzen 5 7600X and Xeon X5675

AMD

Ryzen 5 7600X

The Ryzen 5 7600X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 4.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 6 MB. Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 28,325 points. Launch price was $299.

Intel

Xeon X5675

The Xeon X5675 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Westmere-EP (2010−2011) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.06 GHz, with boost up to 3.46 GHz. L3 cache: 12288 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 95 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,418 points. Launch price was $162.

Processing Power

Both the Ryzen 5 7600X and Xeon X5675 share an identical 6-core/12-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen 5 7600X versus 3.46 GHz on the Xeon X5675 — a 42% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 7600X (base: 4.7 GHz vs 3.06 GHz). The Ryzen 5 7600X uses the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Xeon X5675 uses Westmere-EP (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 5 7600X scores 28,325 against the Xeon X5675's 6,418 — a 126.1% lead for the Ryzen 5 7600X. L3 cache: 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 7600X vs 12288 kB (total) on the Xeon X5675.

FeatureRyzen 5 7600XXeon X5675
Cores / Threads
6 / 12
6 / 12
Boost Clock
5.3 GHz+53%
3.46 GHz
Base Clock
4.7 GHz+54%
3.06 GHz
L3 Cache
32 MB (total)+167%
12288 kB (total)
L2 Cache
6 MB+2300%
256 kB (per core)
Process
5 nm, 6 nm-84%
32 nm
Architecture
Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023)
Westmere-EP (2010−2011)
PassMark
28,325+341%
6,418
Cinebench R23 Multi
15,300
Geekbench 6 Single
2,900
Geekbench 6 Multi
13,800
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 5 7600X uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon X5675 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 5 7600X versus DDR3-1333 on the Xeon X5675 — the Ryzen 5 7600X supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 5 7600X) vs 3 (Xeon X5675). Chipset compatibility: X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 5 7600X) and Intel X58,Intel 5520 (Xeon X5675).

FeatureRyzen 5 7600XXeon X5675
Socket
AM5
LGA1366
PCIe Generation
PCIe 5.0+150%
PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR5-5200+67%
DDR3-1333
Max RAM Capacity
128 GB
RAM Channels
2
3+50%
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
28
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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 5 7600X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 5 7600X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 5 7600X) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon X5675). The Ryzen 5 7600X includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)), while the Xeon X5675 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 5 7600X targets Gaming, Xeon X5675 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 5 7600X rivals Intel Core i5-13600K; Xeon X5675 rivals Core i7-980X.

FeatureRyzen 5 7600XXeon X5675
Integrated GPU
Yes
No
IGPU Model
AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)
Unlocked
Yes
No
AVX-512
Yes
No
Virtualization
AMD-V
VT-x, VT-d, EPT
Target Use
Gaming
Workstation
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Value Analysis

The Ryzen 5 7600X launched at $299 MSRP, while the Xeon X5675 debuted at $1440. At current prices ($178 vs $22), the Xeon X5675 is $156 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 5 7600X delivers 159.1 pts/$ vs 291.7 pts/$ for the Xeon X5675 — making the Xeon X5675 the 58.8% better value option.

FeatureRyzen 5 7600XXeon X5675
MSRP
$299-79%
$1440
Avg Price (30d)
$178
$22-88%
Performance per Dollar
159.1
291.7+83%
Release Date
2022
2011