Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX vs Xeon Max 9480
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX
Xeon Max 9480
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Max 9480
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX | Xeon Max 9480 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($2,782) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($12,980) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Storm Peak (2023) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids HBM (2023) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX | Xeon Max 9480 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+363%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($2,782) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($12,980) |
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 7965WX and Xeon Max 9480
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX 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 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 128 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: 82,268 points. Launch price was $2,649.
Xeon Max 9480
The Xeon Max 9480 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids HBM (2023) architecture. It features 56 cores and 112 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 112.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 82,913 points. Launch price was $12,980.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Xeon Max 9480 offers 56 cores / 112 threads — the Xeon Max 9480 has 32 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX versus 3.5 GHz on the Xeon Max 9480 — a 40.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX (base: 4.2 GHz vs 1.9 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX uses the Storm Peak (2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon Max 9480 uses Sapphire Rapids HBM (2023) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX scores 82,268 against the Xeon Max 9480's 82,913 — a 0.8% lead for the Xeon Max 9480. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,686 vs 1,900, a 34.3% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 23,294 vs 55,000 (81% advantage for the Xeon Max 9480). L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX vs 112.5 MB on the Xeon Max 9480.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX | Xeon Max 9480 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48 | 56 / 112+133% |
| Boost Clock | 5.3 GHz+51% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.2 GHz+121% | 1.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total)+14% | 112.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 5 nm-50% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Storm Peak (2023) | Sapphire Rapids HBM (2023) |
| PassMark | 82,268 | 82,913 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 38,000 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,686+41% | 1,900 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 23,294 | 55,000+136% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX uses the sTR5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Max 9480 uses LGA4677 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5200 memory speed. The Xeon Max 9480 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX) vs 80 (Xeon Max 9480) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX offers 48 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WRX90,TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX) and C741 (Xeon Max 9480).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX | Xeon Max 9480 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sTR5 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200 | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 GB | 4096 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+60% | 80 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX 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 7965WX) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Max 9480). Primary use case: Xeon Max 9480 targets HPC Server. Direct competitor: Xeon Max 9480 rivals EPYC 9684X.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX | Xeon Max 9480 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | HPC Server |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX launched at $2649 MSRP, while the Xeon Max 9480 debuted at $12980. At current prices ($2782 vs $12980), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX is $10198 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX delivers 29.6 pts/$ vs 6.4 pts/$ for the Xeon Max 9480 — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX the 128.9% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX | Xeon Max 9480 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2649-80% | $12980 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2782-79% | $12980 |
| Performance per Dollar | 29.6+363% | 6.4 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2023 |
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