Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX vs Xeon Gold 6548Y+
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX
Xeon Gold 6548Y+
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6548Y+
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($2,495) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,726) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Chagall PRO (2022) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+53%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($2,495) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,726) |
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 Xeon Gold 6548Y+
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.
Xeon Gold 6548Y+
The Xeon Gold 6548Y+ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 60 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 73,387 points. Launch price was $3,726.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX and Xeon Gold 6548Y+ share an identical 32-core/64-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX versus 4.1 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ — a 9.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX (base: 3.6 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX uses the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture (7 nm), while the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ uses Emerald Rapids (2023) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX scores 74,985 against the Xeon Gold 6548Y+'s 73,387 — a 2.2% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX. L3 cache: 128 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX vs 60 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 6548Y+.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64 | 32 / 64 |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz+10% | 4.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz+44% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB+113% | 60 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 7 nm-30% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Chagall PRO (2022) | Emerald Rapids (2023) |
| PassMark | 74,985+2% | 73,387 |
| 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 Xeon Gold 6548Y+ uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX versus 5200 on the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ — the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6548Y+ supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX) vs 80 (Xeon Gold 6548Y+) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX offers 48 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX) and C741 (Xeon Gold 6548Y+).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sWRX8 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | 5200+129900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 GB+52428700% | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+60% | 80 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Gold 6548Y+). Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX rivals Xeon Gold 6338; Xeon Gold 6548Y+ rivals EPYC 9454.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX launched at $2495 MSRP, while the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ debuted at $3726. At current prices ($2495 vs $3726), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX is $1231 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX delivers 30.1 pts/$ vs 19.7 pts/$ for the Xeon Gold 6548Y+ — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX the 41.6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX | Xeon Gold 6548Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2495-33% | $3726 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2495-33% | $3726 |
| Performance per Dollar | 30.1+53% | 19.7 |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2023 |
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