Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($225) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($450) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Chagall PRO (2022) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Shimada Peak (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+97%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($225) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($450) |
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 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
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.
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 July 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Shimada Peak (2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: sTR5. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 67,561 points. Launch price was $1,649.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX 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 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX (base: 3.8 GHz vs 4.5 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX uses the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX uses Shimada Peak (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX scores 66,614 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX's 67,561 — a 1.4% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 45,000 vs 40,000 (11.8% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,550 vs 3,016, a 64.2% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 15,500 vs 23,596 (41.4% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX). L3 cache: 128 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+50% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz | 5.4 GHz+20% |
| Base Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4.5 GHz+18% |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB+100% | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Chagall PRO (2022) | Shimada Peak (2025) |
| PassMark | 66,614 | 67,561+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 45,000+13% | 40,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,550 | 3,016+95% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 15,500 | 23,596+52% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX uses the sWRX8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX uses sTR5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX versus DDR5-6400 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 2048 GB of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX) and WRX90 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sWRX8 | sTR5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-6400+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 GB | 2048 GB |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX) vs true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX). Primary use case: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX targets Professional Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX rivals Xeon Gold 6430; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX rivals Xeon w7-3555.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | true |
| Target Use | Professional Workstation | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX launched at $2399 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX debuted at $429. At current prices ($225 vs $450), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX is $225 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX delivers 296.1 pts/$ vs 150.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX the 65.4% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2399 | $429-82% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $225-50% | $450 |
| Performance per Dollar | 296.1+97% | 150.1 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2025 |
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