Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX vs Xeon E7-4880 v2
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX
Xeon E7-4880 v2
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX
Performance Per Dollar Xeon E7-4880 v2
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX | Xeon E7-4880 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($999) | ✅ More affordable ($185) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Chagall PRO (2022) / 7 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Legacy / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX | Xeon E7-4880 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+436%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($999) | ✅ More affordable ($185) |
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 Xeon E7-4880 v2
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.
Xeon E7-4880 v2
The Xeon E7-4880 v2 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 15 cores and 30 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 37.5 MB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2011. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1066, DDR3-1333, DDR3-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 48,435 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon E7-4880 v2 offers 15 cores / 30 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX versus 3.1 GHz on the Xeon E7-4880 v2 — a 36.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX (base: 4 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX is built on the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture. In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX scores 48,756 against the Xeon E7-4880 v2's 48,435 — a 0.7% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX. L3 cache: 64 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX vs 37.5 MB on the Xeon E7-4880 v2.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX | Xeon E7-4880 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+7% | 15 / 30 |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz+45% | 3.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+60% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB+71% | 37.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | — |
| Process | 7 nm-68% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Chagall PRO (2022) | — |
| PassMark | 48,756 | 48,435 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX uses the sWRX8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon E7-4880 v2 uses LGA2011 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX versus 1600 on the Xeon E7-4880 v2 — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX supports 66.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX supports up to 2048 of RAM compared to 1536 — 28.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX) vs 4 (Xeon E7-4880 v2). PCIe lanes: 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX) vs 40 (Xeon E7-4880 v2) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX offers 88 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX) and C602-J (Xeon E7-4880 v2).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX | Xeon E7-4880 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sWRX8 | LGA2011 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+100% | 1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048+33% | 1536 |
| RAM Channels | 8+100% | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+220% | 40 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon E7-4880 v2). Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX rivals Xeon w5-3335; Xeon E7-4880 v2 rivals AMD Opteron 6380.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX | Xeon E7-4880 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX launched at $799 MSRP, while the Xeon E7-4880 v2 debuted at $6619. At current prices ($999 vs $185), the Xeon E7-4880 v2 is $814 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX delivers 48.8 pts/$ vs 261.8 pts/$ for the Xeon E7-4880 v2 — making the Xeon E7-4880 v2 the 137.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX | Xeon E7-4880 v2 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $799-88% | $6619 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $999 | $185-81% |
| Performance per Dollar | 48.8 | 261.8+436% |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2014 |
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