Ryzen 9 9955HX3D vs Xeon Platinum 8380
Ryzen 9 9955HX3D
Xeon Platinum 8380
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 9955HX3D
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8380
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 9 9955HX3D | Xeon Platinum 8380 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($749) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($965) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Fire Range-HX (Zen 5) (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 9 9955HX3D | Xeon Platinum 8380 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+27%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($749) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($965) |
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 9955HX3D and Xeon Platinum 8380
Ryzen 9 9955HX3D
The Ryzen 9 9955HX3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2025-01-01. It is based on the Fire Range-HX (Zen 5) (2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FL1. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 61,578 points. Launch price was $700.
Xeon Platinum 8380
The Xeon Platinum 8380 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2021-04-06. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 40 cores and 80 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 60 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 62,318 points. Launch price was $5,846.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 9 9955HX3D packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon Platinum 8380 offers 40 cores / 80 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8380 has 24 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen 9 9955HX3D versus 3.4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8380 — a 45.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 9955HX3D (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Ryzen 9 9955HX3D uses the Fire Range-HX (Zen 5) (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Xeon Platinum 8380 uses Ice Lake-SP (2021) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 9 9955HX3D scores 61,578 against the Xeon Platinum 8380's 62,318 — a 1.2% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8380. L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen 9 9955HX3D vs 60 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8380.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 9955HX3D | Xeon Platinum 8380 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 40 / 80+150% |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+59% | 3.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz+9% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total)+113% | 60 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-60% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Fire Range-HX (Zen 5) (2025) | Ice Lake-SP (2021) |
| PassMark | 61,578 | 62,318+1% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 40,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 9 9955HX3D uses the FL1 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon Platinum 8380 uses LGA4189 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the Ryzen 9 9955HX3D versus DDR4-3200 on the Xeon Platinum 8380 — the Ryzen 9 9955HX3D supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8380 supports up to 6144 GB of RAM compared to 96 — 193.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 9 9955HX3D) vs 8 (Xeon Platinum 8380). PCIe lanes: 28 (Ryzen 9 9955HX3D) vs 64 (Xeon Platinum 8380) — the Xeon Platinum 8380 offers 36 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FL1 (Ryzen 9 9955HX3D) and C621A (Xeon Platinum 8380).
| Feature | Ryzen 9 9955HX3D | Xeon Platinum 8380 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FL1 | LGA4189 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+139900% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 96 | 6144 GB+6710886300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 8+300% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 64+129% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 9 9955HX3D 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: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen 9 9955HX3D) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Platinum 8380). The Ryzen 9 9955HX3D includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon 610M), while the Xeon Platinum 8380 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon Platinum 8380 targets Datacenter. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 9955HX3D rivals Core Ultra 9 185H; Xeon Platinum 8380 rivals EPYC 7543.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 9955HX3D | Xeon Platinum 8380 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | AMD Radeon 610M | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Datacenter |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 9 9955HX3D launched at $749 MSRP, while the Xeon Platinum 8380 debuted at $2010.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 9955HX3D | Xeon Platinum 8380 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $749-63% | $2010 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $965 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2021 |
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