Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,444) | ✅ More affordable ($2,699.99) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Chagall PRO (2022) / 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Shimada Peak (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+26%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,444) | ✅ More affordable ($2,699.99) |
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 5995WX and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2022-03-08. It is based on the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture. It features 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 256 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: 94,737 points. Launch price was $6,499.
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX 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 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 128 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: 93,660 points. Launch price was $2,899.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX packs 64 cores / 128 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX has 40 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX versus 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX (base: 2.7 GHz vs 4.2 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX uses the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX uses Shimada Peak (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX scores 94,737 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX's 93,660 — a 1.1% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 66,403 vs 60,336 (9.6% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,500 vs 3,349, a 76.3% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 20,000 vs 30,722 (42.3% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX). L3 cache: 256 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX vs 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 64 / 128+167% | 24 / 48 |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz | 5.4 GHz+20% |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 4.2 GHz+56% |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB+100% | 128 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 | 94,737+1% | 93,660 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 66,403+10% | 60,336 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,500 | 3,349+123% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 20,000 | 30,722+54% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX uses the sWRX8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX uses sTR5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX versus DDR5-6400 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX 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 5995WX) and WRX90,TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support true virtualization. Primary use case: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX targets Professional Workstation, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX targets High-end Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX rivals Xeon w9-3495X; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX rivals Xeon w9-3595X.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | true |
| Target Use | Professional Workstation | High-end Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX launched at $6499 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX debuted at $2899. At current prices ($3444 vs $2699.99), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX is $744 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX delivers 27.5 pts/$ vs 34.7 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX the 23.1% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $6499 | $2899-55% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3444 | $2699.99-22% |
| Performance per Dollar | 27.5 | 34.7+26% |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2025 |
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