Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX vs EPYC 7453
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX
EPYC 7453
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7453
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX | EPYC 7453 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($999) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,253) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Chagall PRO (2022) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 7 nm+) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX | EPYC 7453 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+26%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($999) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,253) |
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 5955WX and EPYC 7453
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 8 March 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: sWRX8. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 48,756 points. Launch price was $499.
EPYC 7453
The EPYC 7453 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 15 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2.75 GHz, with boost up to 3.45 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm+ process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 225 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 48,453 points. Launch price was $1,570.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the EPYC 7453 offers 28 cores / 56 threads — the EPYC 7453 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX versus 3.45 GHz on the EPYC 7453 — a 26.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX (base: 4 GHz vs 2.75 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX uses the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture (7 nm), while the EPYC 7453 uses Milan (2021−2023) (7 nm+). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX scores 48,756 against the EPYC 7453's 48,453 — a 0.6% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX. L3 cache: 64 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 7453.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX | EPYC 7453 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 28 / 56+75% |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz+30% | 3.45 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+45% | 2.75 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm | 7 nm+ |
| Architecture | Chagall PRO (2022) | Milan (2021−2023) |
| PassMark | 48,756 | 48,453 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX uses the sWRX8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 7453 uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to 3200 memory speed. The EPYC 7453 supports up to 4096 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 5955WX) and SP3,C621A (EPYC 7453).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX | EPYC 7453 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sWRX8 | SP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200 | 3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 | 4096+100% |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX 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 Threadripper PRO 5955WX) vs VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7453). Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX rivals Xeon w5-3335; EPYC 7453 rivals Xeon Platinum 8362.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX | EPYC 7453 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX launched at $799 MSRP, while the EPYC 7453 debuted at $1570. At current prices ($999 vs $1253), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX is $254 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX delivers 48.8 pts/$ vs 38.7 pts/$ for the EPYC 7453 — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX the 23.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX | EPYC 7453 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $799-49% | $1570 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $999-20% | $1253 |
| Performance per Dollar | 48.8+26% | 38.7 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2021 |
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