Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE vs Core i9-7900X
Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
Core i9-7900X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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 PRO 5755GE
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-7900X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE | Core i9-7900X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($220) | ✅ More affordable ($188) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE | Core i9-7900X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+17%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($220) | ✅ More affordable ($188) |
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 PRO 5755GE and Core i9-7900X
Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 20,870 points. Launch price was $299.
Core i9-7900X
The Core i9-7900X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 26 June 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 14 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 20,907 points. Launch price was $999.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Core i9-7900X offers 10 cores / 20 threads — the Core i9-7900X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE versus 4.5 GHz on the Core i9-7900X — a 2.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE uses the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture (7 nm), while the Core i9-7900X uses Skylake (server) (2017−2018) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE scores 20,870 against the Core i9-7900X's 20,907 — a 0.2% lead for the Core i9-7900X. L3 cache: 16 MB on the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE vs 14 MB (total) on the Core i9-7900X.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE | Core i9-7900X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 16 | 10 / 20+25% |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+2% | 4.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.3 GHz+3% |
| L3 Cache | 16 MB+14% | 14 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Cezanne (2021−2025) | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 20,870 | 20,907 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,323 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 8,536 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE uses the AM4 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i9-7900X uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE | Core i9-7900X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM4 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 4 |
| ECC Support | — | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 44 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i9-7900X). Primary use case: Core i9-7900X targets High-End Desktop.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE | Core i9-7900X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | High-End Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE launched at $220 MSRP, while the Core i9-7900X debuted at $999. At current prices ($220 vs $188), the Core i9-7900X is $32 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE delivers 94.9 pts/$ vs 111.2 pts/$ for the Core i9-7900X — making the Core i9-7900X the 15.9% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE | Core i9-7900X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $220-78% | $999 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $220 | $188-15% |
| Performance per Dollar | 94.9 | 111.2+17% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2017 |
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