Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX vs Xeon Gold 6554S
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX
Xeon Gold 6554S
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6554S
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | Xeon Gold 6554S |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,399) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,836) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Storm Peak (2023) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | Xeon Gold 6554S |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+99%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,399) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,836) |
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 Xeon Gold 6554S
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.
Xeon Gold 6554S
The Xeon Gold 6554S 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 36 cores and 72 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 180 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR5 @ 5200 MT/s (1 DPC). Passmark benchmark score: 50,777 points. Launch price was $3,157.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Xeon Gold 6554S offers 36 cores / 72 threads — the Xeon Gold 6554S has 24 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX versus 4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6554S — a 28% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX (base: 4.7 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX uses the Storm Peak (2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon Gold 6554S uses Emerald Rapids (2023) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX scores 49,756 against the Xeon Gold 6554S's 50,777 — a 2% lead for the Xeon Gold 6554S. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX vs 180 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 6554S.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | Xeon Gold 6554S |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 36 / 72+200% |
| Boost Clock | 5.3 GHz+32% | 4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.7 GHz+114% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total) | 180 MB (total)+181% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 5 nm-29% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Storm Peak (2023) | Emerald Rapids (2023) |
| PassMark | 49,756 | 50,777+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX uses the sTR5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Gold 6554S uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to 5200 memory speed. The Xeon Gold 6554S supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 2048 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX) vs 80 (Xeon Gold 6554S) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX offers 48 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WRX90,TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX) and C741 (Xeon Gold 6554S).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | Xeon Gold 6554S |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sTR5 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 5200 | 5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 | 4096+100% |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+60% | 80 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Gold 6554S). Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX rivals Xeon w5-3435X; Xeon Gold 6554S rivals EPYC 9384X.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | Xeon Gold 6554S |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX launched at $1399 MSRP, while the Xeon Gold 6554S debuted at $3157. At current prices ($1399 vs $2836), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX is $1437 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX delivers 35.6 pts/$ vs 17.9 pts/$ for the Xeon Gold 6554S — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX the 66.1% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | Xeon Gold 6554S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1399-56% | $3157 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1399-51% | $2836 |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.6+99% | 17.9 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2023 |
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