Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX vs EPYC 9175F
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
EPYC 9175F
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9175F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX | EPYC 9175F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($225) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,703) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Chagall PRO (2022) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Turin (2024) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX | EPYC 9175F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1564%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($225) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,703) |
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 5965WX and EPYC 9175F
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2022-03-08. It is based on the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 128 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: 66,614 points. Launch price was $2,399.
EPYC 9175F
The EPYC 9175F 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 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 512 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 320 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 65,894 points. Launch price was $4,256.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the EPYC 9175F offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX versus 5 GHz on the EPYC 9175F — a 10.5% clock advantage for the EPYC 9175F (base: 3.8 GHz vs 4.2 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX uses the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture (7 nm), while the EPYC 9175F uses Turin (2024) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX scores 66,614 against the EPYC 9175F's 65,894 — a 1.1% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX. L3 cache: 128 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX vs 512 MB (total) on the EPYC 9175F.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX | EPYC 9175F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+50% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz | 5 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4.2 GHz+11% |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB | 512 MB (total)+300% |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Chagall PRO (2022) | Turin (2024) |
| PassMark | 66,614+1% | 65,894 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 45,000 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,550 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 15,500 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX uses the sWRX8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 9175F uses SP5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX versus 6400 on the EPYC 9175F — the EPYC 9175F supports 199.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9175F supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX) vs 12 (EPYC 9175F). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX) and SP5 (EPYC 9175F).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX | EPYC 9175F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sWRX8 | SP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | 6400+159900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 GB+52428700% | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 12+50% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 9175F supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX) vs VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 9175F). Primary use case: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX targets Professional Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX rivals Xeon Gold 6430; EPYC 9175F rivals Xeon 6972P.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX | EPYC 9175F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Professional Workstation | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX launched at $2399 MSRP, while the EPYC 9175F debuted at $4256. At current prices ($225 vs $3703), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX is $3478 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX delivers 296.1 pts/$ vs 17.8 pts/$ for the EPYC 9175F — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX the 177.3% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX | EPYC 9175F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2399-44% | $4256 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $225-94% | $3703 |
| Performance per Dollar | 296.1+1563% | 17.8 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2024 |
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