Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX vs EPYC 9255
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX
EPYC 9255
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9255
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX | EPYC 9255 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,495) | ✅ More affordable ($1,934) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Chagall PRO (2022) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Turin (2024) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX | EPYC 9255 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+30%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,495) | ✅ More affordable ($1,934) |
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 5975WX and EPYC 9255
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2022-03-08. It is based on the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 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: 74,985 points. Launch price was $3,299.
EPYC 9255
The EPYC 9255 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Turin (2024) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 3.25 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 75,809 points. Launch price was $2,495.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the EPYC 9255 offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX versus 4.8 GHz on the EPYC 9255 — a 6.5% clock advantage for the EPYC 9255 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.25 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX uses the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture (7 nm), while the EPYC 9255 uses Turin (2024) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX scores 74,985 against the EPYC 9255's 75,809 — a 1.1% lead for the EPYC 9255. L3 cache: 128 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX vs 128 MB (total) on the EPYC 9255.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX | EPYC 9255 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64+33% | 24 / 48 |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz | 4.8 GHz+7% |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+11% | 3.25 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB | 128 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 | 74,985 | 75,809+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 53,977 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,686 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 29,745 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX uses the sWRX8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 9255 uses SP5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX versus 4800 on the EPYC 9255 — the EPYC 9255 supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9255 supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX) vs 12 (EPYC 9255). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX) and SP5 (EPYC 9255).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX | EPYC 9255 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sWRX8 | SP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | 4800+119900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 GB+34952433% | 6144 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 12+50% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 9255 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX) vs VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP (EPYC 9255). Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX rivals Xeon Gold 6338; EPYC 9255 rivals Xeon Platinum 8480+.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX | EPYC 9255 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX launched at $2495 MSRP, while the EPYC 9255 debuted at $2495. At current prices ($2495 vs $1934), the EPYC 9255 is $561 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX delivers 30.1 pts/$ vs 39.2 pts/$ for the EPYC 9255 — making the EPYC 9255 the 26.4% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX | EPYC 9255 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2495 | $2495 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2495 | $1934-22% |
| Performance per Dollar | 30.1 | 39.2+30% |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2024 |
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