Ryzen 7 5800X vs Xeon 6741P
Ryzen 7 5800X
Xeon 6741P
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 5800X
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6741P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 5800X | Xeon 6741P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($180) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,780) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 5800X | Xeon 6741P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+478%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($180) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,780) |
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 Ryzen 7 5800X and Xeon 6741P
Ryzen 7 5800X
The Ryzen 7 5800X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 27,712 points. Launch price was $449.
Xeon 6741P
The Xeon 6741P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture. It features 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 288 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 100,660 points. Launch price was $4,421.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 5800X packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon 6741P offers 48 cores / 96 threads — the Xeon 6741P has 40 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 7 5800X versus 3.8 GHz on the Xeon 6741P — a 21.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 5800X (base: 3.8 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Ryzen 7 5800X uses the Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Xeon 6741P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 5800X scores 27,712 against the Xeon 6741P's 100,660 — a 113.7% lead for the Xeon 6741P. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen 7 5800X vs 288 MB (total) on the Xeon 6741P.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 5800X | Xeon 6741P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 48 / 96+500% |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz+24% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz+52% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB | 288 MB (total)+800% |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm | Intel 3 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Vermeer (Zen 3) (2020−2022) | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 27,712 | 100,660+263% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 3,195 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 5800X uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon 6741P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 5800X versus DDR5-6400 on the Xeon 6741P — the Xeon 6741P supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 5800X supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 4 TB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 7 5800X) vs 8 (Xeon 6741P). PCIe lanes: 24 (Ryzen 7 5800X) vs 136 (Xeon 6741P) — the Xeon 6741P offers 112 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 5800X | Xeon 6741P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA4710 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-6400+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 4 TB+3100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | 136+467% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 7 5800X) vs VT-x, VT-d, VT-x EPT (Xeon 6741P). Primary use case: Ryzen 7 5800X targets Desktop, Xeon 6741P targets Data Center. Direct competitor: Xeon 6741P rivals EPYC 9555.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 5800X | Xeon 6741P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d, VT-x EPT |
| Target Use | Desktop | Data Center |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 5800X launched at $449 MSRP, while the Xeon 6741P debuted at $4421. At current prices ($180 vs $3780), the Ryzen 7 5800X is $3600 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 5800X delivers 154.0 pts/$ vs 26.6 pts/$ for the Xeon 6741P — making the Ryzen 7 5800X the 141% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 5800X | Xeon 6741P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $449-90% | $4421 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $180-95% | $3780 |
| Performance per Dollar | 154.0+479% | 26.6 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2025 |
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