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Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX
Xeon w3-2535
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w3-2535
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX | Xeon w3-2535 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($100) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($800) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Castle Peak (2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX | Xeon w3-2535 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+702%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($100) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($800) |
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 Threadripper PRO 3945WX and Xeon w3-2535
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Castle Peak (2020) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: sWRX8. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 33,455 points. Launch price was $499.
Xeon w3-2535
The Xeon w3-2535 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 26.25 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 185 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 33,367 points. Launch price was $739.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Xeon w3-2535 offers 10 cores / 20 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX versus 4.6 GHz on the Xeon w3-2535 — a 6.7% clock advantage for the Xeon w3-2535 (base: 4 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX uses the Castle Peak (2020) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Xeon w3-2535 uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX scores 33,455 against the Xeon w3-2535's 33,367 — a 0.3% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 18,500 vs 17,500 (5.6% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,652 vs 2,254, a 30.8% lead for the Xeon w3-2535 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 11,500 vs 12,400 (7.5% advantage for the Xeon w3-2535). L3 cache: 64 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX vs 26.25 MB on the Xeon w3-2535.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX | Xeon w3-2535 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24+20% | 10 / 20 |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz | 4.6 GHz+7% |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+14% | 3.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB+144% | 26.25 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Castle Peak (2020) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 33,455 | 33,367 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 18,500+6% | 17,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,652 | 2,254+36% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 11,500 | 12,400+8% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX uses the sWRX8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon w3-2535 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX versus DDR5-4400 on the Xeon w3-2535 — the Xeon w3-2535 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 2048 GB of RAM. Memory channels: 8 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX) vs 4 (Xeon w3-2535). PCIe lanes: 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX) vs 64 (Xeon w3-2535) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX offers 64 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX) and W790 (Xeon w3-2535).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX | Xeon w3-2535 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sWRX8 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-4400+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 GB | 2048 GB |
| RAM Channels | 8+100% | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+100% | 64 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon w3-2535 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon w3-2535). Primary use case: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX targets Professional Workstation, Xeon w3-2535 targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX rivals Xeon w5-2455X; Xeon w3-2535 rivals EPYC 7313.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX | Xeon w3-2535 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Professional Workstation | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX launched at $1149 MSRP, while the Xeon w3-2535 debuted at $739. At current prices ($100 vs $800), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX is $700 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX delivers 334.6 pts/$ vs 41.7 pts/$ for the Xeon w3-2535 — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX the 155.7% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX | Xeon w3-2535 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1149 | $739-36% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100-88% | $800 |
| Performance per Dollar | 334.6+702% | 41.7 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2024 |
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