Ryzen 9 7950X3D vs Xeon W3690
Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Xeon W3690
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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 9 7950X3D
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W3690
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 9 7950X3D | Xeon W3690 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($486) | ✅ More affordable ($140) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Gulftown (2010−2011) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 9 7950X3D | Xeon W3690 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+150%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($486) | ✅ More affordable ($140) |
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 9 7950X3D and Xeon W3690
Ryzen 9 7950X3D
The Ryzen 9 7950X3D 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 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 62,323 points. Launch price was $699.
Xeon W3690
The Xeon W3690 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Gulftown (2010−2011) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.46 GHz, with boost up to 3.73 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 7,191 points. Launch price was $450.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 9 7950X3D packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon W3690 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 9 7950X3D has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.7 GHz on the Ryzen 9 7950X3D versus 3.73 GHz on the Xeon W3690 — a 41.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D (base: 4.2 GHz vs 3.46 GHz). The Ryzen 9 7950X3D uses the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Xeon W3690 uses Gulftown (2010−2011) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 9 7950X3D scores 62,323 against the Xeon W3690's 7,191 — a 158.6% lead for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D. L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen 9 7950X3D vs 12 MB (total) on the Xeon W3690.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 7950X3D | Xeon W3690 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+167% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 5.7 GHz+53% | 3.73 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.2 GHz+21% | 3.46 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total)+967% | 12 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+300% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm, 6 nm-84% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) | Gulftown (2010−2011) |
| PassMark | 62,323+767% | 7,191 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 38,581 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,926 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 19,643 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 9 7950X3D uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon W3690 uses LGA1366 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 7950X3D | Xeon W3690 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA1366 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+150% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 2 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: true (Ryzen 9 7950X3D) / not specified (Xeon W3690). The Ryzen 9 7950X3D includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon W3690 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 7950X3D rivals Core i9-13900K.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 7950X3D | Xeon W3690 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | — |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | Yes | — |
| Virtualization | true | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 9 7950X3D launched at $699 MSRP, while the Xeon W3690 debuted at $583. At current prices ($486 vs $140), the Xeon W3690 is $346 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 9 7950X3D delivers 128.2 pts/$ vs 51.4 pts/$ for the Xeon W3690 — making the Ryzen 9 7950X3D the 85.6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 7950X3D | Xeon W3690 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $699 | $583-17% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $486 | $140-71% |
| Performance per Dollar | 128.2+149% | 51.4 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2011 |
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