Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX vs EPYC 9115

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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.

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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX

#143

Xeon W-1350P

MSRP: $311|Avg: $250

103%

#145

Xeon 6511P

MSRP: $815|Avg: $815

103%

#153

EPYC 7303P

MSRP: $594|Avg: $594

101%

#155

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX

MSRP: $799|Avg: $999

100%

#169

Xeon E-2356G

MSRP: $311|Avg: $544

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9115

#115

Xeon W-1370

MSRP: $323|Avg: $323

107%

#119

Xeon 6505P

MSRP: $563|Avg: $563

105%

#130

EPYC 9115

MSRP: $726|Avg: $726

100%

#131

EPYC 74F3

MSRP: $913|Avg: $824

100%

#143

Xeon W-1350P

MSRP: $311|Avg: $250

95%

#145

Xeon 6511P

MSRP: $815|Avg: $815

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

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🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the EPYC 9115 in both compute-intensive tasks (0.9% faster) and gaming workloads.

Insight	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX	EPYC 9115
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($999)	✅ More affordable ($726)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Chagall PRO (2022) / 7 nm)	✨ Modern (Turin (2024) / 4 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Value Proposition: The EPYC 9115 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $726 (vs $999), it costs 27% less. While offering competitive performance, it results in a 36% higher cost efficiency score compared to the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX.

Insight	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX	EPYC 9115
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+36%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($999)	✅ More affordable ($726)

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 Threadripper PRO 5955WX Benchmark Check

EPYC 9115 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX and EPYC 9115

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 9115

The EPYC 9115 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Turin (2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 48,343 points. Launch price was $726.

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Processing Power

Both the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX and EPYC 9115 share an identical 16-core/32-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX versus 4.1 GHz on the EPYC 9115 — a 9.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX (base: 4 GHz vs 2.6 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX uses the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture (7 nm), while the EPYC 9115 uses Turin (2024) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX scores 48,756 against the EPYC 9115's 48,343 — a 0.9% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX. L3 cache: 64 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 9115.

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX	EPYC 9115
Cores / Threads	16 / 32	16 / 32
Boost Clock	4.5 GHz+10%	4.1 GHz
Base Clock	4 GHz+54%	2.6 GHz
L3 Cache	64 MB	64 MB (total)
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	1 MB (per core)+100%
Process	7 nm	4 nm-43%
Architecture	Chagall PRO (2022)	Turin (2024)
PassMark	48,756	48,343

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX uses the sWRX8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 9115 uses SP5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX versus 4800 on the EPYC 9115 — the EPYC 9115 supports 40% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9115 supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 2048 — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX) vs 12 (EPYC 9115). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX) and SP5 (EPYC 9115).

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX	EPYC 9115
Socket	sWRX8	SP5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 5.0+25%
Max RAM Speed	3200	4800+50%
Max RAM Capacity	2048	6144+200%
RAM Channels	8	12+50%
ECC Support	✅	✅
PCIe Lanes	128	128

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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. Both support VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V virtualization. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX rivals Xeon w5-3335; EPYC 9115 rivals Xeon Platinum 8468X.

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX	EPYC 9115
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, AMD-V

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX launched at $799 MSRP, while the EPYC 9115 debuted at $726. At current prices ($999 vs $726), the EPYC 9115 is $273 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX delivers 48.8 pts/$ vs 66.6 pts/$ for the EPYC 9115 — making the EPYC 9115 the 30.8% better value option.