Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX vs Xeon 6710E
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX
Xeon 6710E
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6710E
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,836) | ✅ More affordable ($344) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Storm Peak (2023) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sierra Forest (2024) / Intel 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+446%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,836) | ✅ More affordable ($344) |
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 7955WX and Xeon 6710E
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX 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 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.5 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: 60,054 points. Launch price was $1,899.
Xeon 6710E
The Xeon 6710E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 June 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sierra Forest (2024) architecture. It features 64 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 4 MB (per module). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 61,404 points. Launch price was $2,749.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon 6710E offers 64 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon 6710E has 48 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX versus 3.2 GHz on the Xeon 6710E — a 49.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX (base: 4.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX uses the Storm Peak (2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon 6710E uses Sierra Forest (2024) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX scores 60,054 against the Xeon 6710E's 61,404 — a 2.2% lead for the Xeon 6710E. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 3,020 vs 1,225, a 84.6% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 21,079 vs 10,400 (67.8% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX). L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX vs 96 MB (total) on the Xeon 6710E.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 64 / 64+300% |
| Boost Clock | 5.3 GHz+66% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.5 GHz+88% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total) | 96 MB (total)+50% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 4 MB (per module)+300% |
| Process | 5 nm | Intel 3 nm-40% |
| Architecture | Storm Peak (2023) | Sierra Forest (2024) |
| PassMark | 60,054 | 61,404+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 36,742 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 3,020+147% | 1,225 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 21,079+103% | 10,400 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX uses the sTR5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon 6710E uses LGA4710 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5200 memory speed. The Xeon 6710E supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 1024 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX) vs 88 (Xeon 6710E) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WRX90,TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX) and C741 (Xeon 6710E).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sTR5 | LGA4710 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200 | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 1024 GB | 4096 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+45% | 88 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX 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: true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon 6710E). Primary use case: Xeon 6710E targets High Efficiency Server. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX rivals Xeon w7-2495X; Xeon 6710E rivals EPYC 9534.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | High Efficiency Server |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX launched at $1899 MSRP, while the Xeon 6710E debuted at $1565. At current prices ($1836 vs $344), the Xeon 6710E is $1492 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX delivers 32.7 pts/$ vs 178.5 pts/$ for the Xeon 6710E — making the Xeon 6710E the 138.1% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX | Xeon 6710E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1899 | $1565-18% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1836 | $344-81% |
| Performance per Dollar | 32.7 | 178.5+446% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2024 |
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