Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX vs EPYC 4465P
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX
EPYC 4465P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4465P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,399) | ✅ More affordable ($399) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Storm Peak (2023) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+254%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,399) | ✅ More affordable ($399) |
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 7945WX and EPYC 4465P
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 October 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Storm Peak (2023) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 4.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: sTR5. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 49,756 points. Launch price was $1,399.
EPYC 4465P
The EPYC 4465P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 May 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Grado (2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 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: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 50,216 points. Launch price was $399.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX and EPYC 4465P share an identical 12-core/24-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX versus 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4465P — a 1.9% clock advantage for the EPYC 4465P (base: 4.7 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX uses the Storm Peak (2023) architecture (5 nm), while the EPYC 4465P uses Grado (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX scores 49,756 against the EPYC 4465P's 50,216 — a 0.9% lead for the EPYC 4465P. Both processors carry 64 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 5.3 GHz | 5.4 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 4.7 GHz+38% | 3.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total) | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 5 nm | 4 nm-20% |
| Architecture | Storm Peak (2023) | Grado (2025) |
| PassMark | 49,756 | 50,216 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX uses the sTR5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 4465P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to 5200 memory speed. The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX supports up to 2048 of RAM compared to 128 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX) vs 2 (EPYC 4465P). PCIe lanes: 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX) vs 28 (EPYC 4465P) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WRX90,TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX) and AM5 (EPYC 4465P).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sTR5 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5200 | 5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048+1500% | 128 |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+357% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V virtualization. The EPYC 4465P includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX rivals Xeon w5-3435X; EPYC 4465P rivals Core i7-14700K.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | AMD Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX launched at $1399 MSRP, while the EPYC 4465P debuted at $399. At current prices ($1399 vs $399), the EPYC 4465P is $1000 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX delivers 35.6 pts/$ vs 125.9 pts/$ for the EPYC 4465P — making the EPYC 4465P the 111.9% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | EPYC 4465P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1399 | $399-71% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1399 | $399-71% |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.6 | 125.9+254% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2025 |
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