Ryzen 7 7800X3D vs Xeon W-2150B
Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Xeon W-2150B
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-2150B
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Xeon W-2150B |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($384) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Xeon W-2150B |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+74%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($384) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($400) |
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 7800X3D and Xeon W-2150B
Ryzen 7 7800X3D
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 34,293 points. Launch price was $449.
Xeon W-2150B
The Xeon W-2150B is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 13.75 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 20,486 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Xeon W-2150B offers 10 cores / 20 threads — the Xeon W-2150B has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D versus 4.5 GHz on the Xeon W-2150B — a 10.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D (base: 4.4 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon W-2150B uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 7800X3D scores 34,293 against the Xeon W-2150B's 20,486 — a 50.4% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 18,500 vs 11,463 (47% advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,700 vs 1,410, a 62.8% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 15,000 vs 8,324 (57.2% advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D). L3 cache: 96 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D vs 13.75 MB (total) on the Xeon W-2150B.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Xeon W-2150B |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 10 / 20+25% |
| Boost Clock | 5 GHz+11% | 4.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.4 GHz+47% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 96 MB (total)+598% | 13.75 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm-64% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 34,293+67% | 20,486 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 18,500+61% | 11,463 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,700+91% | 1,410 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 15,000+80% | 8,324 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon W-2150B uses LGA2066 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D versus DDR4-2666 on the Xeon W-2150B — the Ryzen 7 7800X3D supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon W-2150B supports up to 512 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) vs 4 (Xeon W-2150B). PCIe lanes: 28 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) vs 48 (Xeon W-2150B) — the Xeon W-2150B offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) and C422 (Xeon W-2150B).
| Feature | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Xeon W-2150B |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA2066 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200+25% | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | 512 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 48+71% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 7800X3D has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon W-2150B). The Ryzen 7 7800X3D includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)), while the Xeon W-2150B requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 7800X3D targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 7800X3D rivals Intel Core i7-14700K.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Xeon W-2150B |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core) | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Gaming | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 7800X3D launched at $449 MSRP, while the Xeon W-2150B debuted at $499. At current prices ($384 vs $400), the Ryzen 7 7800X3D is $16 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 7800X3D delivers 89.3 pts/$ vs 51.2 pts/$ for the Xeon W-2150B — making the Ryzen 7 7800X3D the 54.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 7800X3D | Xeon W-2150B |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $449-10% | $499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $384-4% | $400 |
| Performance per Dollar | 89.3+74% | 51.2 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2017 |
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