Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX vs Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX
Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8562Y+
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,399) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,000) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Storm Peak (2023) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+396%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,399) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($7,000) |
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 Platinum 8562Y+
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 Platinum 8562Y+
The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ 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 2.8 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): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 50,189 points. Launch price was $5,945.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ has 20 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX versus 4.1 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ — a 25.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX (base: 4.7 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX uses the Storm Peak (2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ uses Emerald Rapids (2023) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX scores 49,756 against the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+'s 50,189 — a 0.9% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX vs 60 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 32 / 64+167% |
| Boost Clock | 5.3 GHz+29% | 4.1 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.7 GHz+68% | 2.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total)+7% | 60 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 5 nm-50% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Storm Peak (2023) | Emerald Rapids (2023) |
| PassMark | 49,756 | 50,189 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX uses the sTR5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX versus 5600 on the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ — the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ supports 7.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ 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 Platinum 8562Y+) — 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 Platinum 8562Y+).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sTR5 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 5200 | 5600+8% |
| 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 Platinum 8562Y+). Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX rivals Xeon w5-3435X; Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ rivals EPYC 9474F.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Platinum 8562Y+ debuted at $5945. At current prices ($1399 vs $7000), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX is $5601 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX delivers 35.6 pts/$ vs 7.2 pts/$ for the Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX the 132.9% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX | Xeon Platinum 8562Y+ |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1399-76% | $5945 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1399-80% | $7000 |
| Performance per Dollar | 35.6+394% | 7.2 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2023 |
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