Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 vs Xeon 6511P

Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395

16 Cores32 Thrd55 WWMax: 5.1 GHz2025

Xeon 6511P

16 Cores32 Thrd150 WWMax: 4.2 GHz2025

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395

16 / 32

51,646

+0.7%

Ryzen 7 7840HS

Ryzen AI 9 HX 375

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX

Ryzen 9 5950X

Ryzen 9 9950X

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

Ryzen Threadripper 9970X

Xeon 6511P

16 / 32

51,286

0.0%

About PassMark

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
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Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6511P

#130

EPYC 9115

MSRP: $726|Avg: $726

106%

#131

EPYC 74F3

MSRP: $913|Avg: $824

106%

#143

Xeon W-1350P

MSRP: $311|Avg: $250

100%

#145

Xeon 6511P

MSRP: $815|Avg: $815

100%

#153

EPYC 7303P

MSRP: $594|Avg: $594

98%

#155

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX

MSRP: $799|Avg: $999

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Use Case Distinction: This is a comparison between a Professional Workstation processor ($815) and a Consumer Desktop CPU. The Xeon 6511P is engineered for massive parallel workloads (rendering, scientific simulations), offering significantly higher core counts.

Insight	Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395	Xeon 6511P
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($815)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Strix Halo (2025) / 4 nm)	✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 ($0), however, is optimized for mixed workloads and gaming. For most users, it offers superior single-thread performance and responsiveness at a fraction of the cost ($815 less, 100% cheaper), making it the better choice for daily use and gaming.

Insight	Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395	Xeon 6511P
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($815)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 Benchmark Check

Xeon 6511P Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 and Xeon 6511P

Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395

The Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2025-01-01. It is based on the Strix Halo (2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP11. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 51,646 points. Launch price was $500.

Xeon 6511P

The Xeon 6511P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 72 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 150 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 51,286 points. Launch price was $815.

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Processing Power

Both the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 and Xeon 6511P share an identical 16-core/32-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 versus 4.2 GHz on the Xeon 6511P — a 19.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 (base: 3 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 uses the Strix Halo (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Xeon 6511P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 scores 51,646 against the Xeon 6511P's 51,286 — a 0.7% lead for the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 vs 72 MB (total) on the Xeon 6511P.

Feature	Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395	Xeon 6511P
Cores / Threads	16 / 32	16 / 32
Boost Clock	5.1 GHz+21%	4.2 GHz
Base Clock	3 GHz+30%	2.3 GHz
L3 Cache	64 MB (total)	72 MB (total)+13%
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)	2 MB (per core)+100%
Process	4 nm	Intel 3 nm-25%
Architecture	Strix Halo (2025)	Granite Rapids (2024−2025)
PassMark	51,646	51,286
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,800
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	20,000

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 uses the FP11 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon 6511P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 8000 on the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 versus DDR5-6400 on the Xeon 6511P — the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 supports 199.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon 6511P supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 128 — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395) vs 8 (Xeon 6511P). PCIe lanes: 16 (Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395) vs 136 (Xeon 6511P) — the Xeon 6511P offers 120 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FP11 (Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395) and C741 (Xeon 6511P).

Feature	Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395	Xeon 6511P
Socket	FP11	LGA4710
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 5.0+25%
Max RAM Speed	8000+159900%	DDR5-6400
Max RAM Capacity	128	4096 GB+3355443100%
RAM Channels	4	8+100%
ECC Support	✅	✅
PCIe Lanes	16	136+750%

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 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 AI Max+ PRO 395) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon 6511P). The Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon 8060S), while the Xeon 6511P requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Xeon 6511P targets Server. Direct competitor: Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 rivals Core Ultra 7 255HX; Xeon 6511P rivals EPYC 9684X.

Feature	Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395	Xeon 6511P
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	AMD Radeon 8060S	None
Unlocked	Yes	No
AVX-512	Yes	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	Server

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 launched at $0 MSRP, while the Xeon 6511P debuted at $815. At current prices ($0 vs $815), the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 is $815 cheaper.