Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 vs Xeon E7-4880 v2
Ryzen 9 PRO 7945
Xeon E7-4880 v2
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 PRO 7945
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7-4880 v2
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 | Xeon E7-4880 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($450) | ✅ More affordable ($185) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 | Xeon E7-4880 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+152%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($450) | ✅ More affordable ($185) |
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 PRO 7945 and Xeon E7-4880 v2
Ryzen 9 PRO 7945
The Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 June 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 46,828 points. Launch price was $499.
Xeon E7-4880 v2
The Xeon E7-4880 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 15 cores and 30 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 37.5 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 48,435 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Xeon E7-4880 v2 offers 15 cores / 30 threads — the Xeon E7-4880 v2 has 3 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 versus 3.1 GHz on the Xeon E7-4880 v2 — a 54.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 (base: 3.7 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 is built on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture. In PassMark, the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 scores 46,828 against the Xeon E7-4880 v2's 48,435 — a 3.4% lead for the Xeon E7-4880 v2. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 vs 37.5 MB on the Xeon E7-4880 v2.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 | Xeon E7-4880 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 15 / 30+25% |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+74% | 3.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+48% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+71% | 37.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | — |
| Process | 5 nm-77% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Raphael (2023−2025) | — |
| PassMark | 46,828 | 48,435+3% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 28,905 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,206 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 16,832 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon E7-4880 v2 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 versus 1600 on the Xeon E7-4880 v2 — the Xeon E7-4880 v2 supports 198.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon E7-4880 v2 supports up to 1536 of RAM compared to 128 GB — 169.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Ryzen 9 PRO 7945) vs 4 (Xeon E7-4880 v2). PCIe lanes: 28 (Ryzen 9 PRO 7945) vs 40 (Xeon E7-4880 v2) — the Xeon E7-4880 v2 offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: AMD X670E,AMD X670,AMD B650E,AMD B650,AMD A620 (Ryzen 9 PRO 7945) and C602-J (Xeon E7-4880 v2).
| Feature | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 | Xeon E7-4880 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200 | 1600+31900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 128 GB+8738033% | 1536 |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 28 | 40+43% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (Ryzen 9 PRO 7945) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E7-4880 v2). The Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon E7-4880 v2 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 rivals Core i9-13900; Xeon E7-4880 v2 rivals AMD Opteron 6380.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 | Xeon E7-4880 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Radeon Graphics | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 launched at $409 MSRP, while the Xeon E7-4880 v2 debuted at $6619. At current prices ($450 vs $185), the Xeon E7-4880 v2 is $265 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 delivers 104.1 pts/$ vs 261.8 pts/$ for the Xeon E7-4880 v2 — making the Xeon E7-4880 v2 the 86.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 | Xeon E7-4880 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $409-94% | $6619 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $450 | $185-59% |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.1 | 261.8+151% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2014 |
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