Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX vs EPYC 7352
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX
EPYC 7352
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7352
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX | EPYC 7352 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,130) | ✅ More affordable ($725) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Castle Peak (2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX | EPYC 7352 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+58%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,130) | ✅ More affordable ($725) |
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 3955WX and EPYC 7352
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX 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 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 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: 39,929 points. Launch price was $1,149.
EPYC 7352
The EPYC 7352 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 155 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 40,370 points. Launch price was $1,350.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the EPYC 7352 offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the EPYC 7352 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX versus 3.2 GHz on the EPYC 7352 — a 29.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX (base: 3.9 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX uses the Castle Peak (2020) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the EPYC 7352 uses Zen 2 (2017−2020) (7 nm, 14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX scores 39,929 against the EPYC 7352's 40,370 — a 1.1% lead for the EPYC 7352. L3 cache: 64 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX vs 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 7352.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX | EPYC 7352 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 24 / 48+50% |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz+34% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.9 GHz+70% | 2.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB+100% | 32 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm | 7 nm, 14 nm |
| Architecture | Castle Peak (2020) | Zen 2 (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 39,929 | 40,370+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 32,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,112 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 7,276 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX uses the sWRX8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 7352 uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX versus DDR4-3200 on the EPYC 7352 — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7352 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 2048 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX) and SP3,Rome (EPYC 7352).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX | EPYC 7352 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sWRX8 | SP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+79900% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 | 4096 GB+209715100% |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX) vs AMD-V, SEV (EPYC 7352). Primary use case: EPYC 7352 targets High-density Computing / Server. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX rivals Xeon Silver 4314; EPYC 7352 rivals Xeon Gold 6242.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX | EPYC 7352 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | AMD-V, SEV |
| Target Use | — | High-density Computing / Server |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX launched at $1149 MSRP, while the EPYC 7352 debuted at $1350. At current prices ($1130 vs $725), the EPYC 7352 is $405 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX delivers 35.3 pts/$ vs 55.7 pts/$ for the EPYC 7352 — making the EPYC 7352 the 44.7% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX | EPYC 7352 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1149-15% | $1350 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1130 | $725-36% |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.3 | 55.7+58% |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2019 |
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