Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX vs Xeon w9-3575X
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX
Xeon w9-3575X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w9-3575X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,782) | ✅ More affordable ($675) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Storm Peak (2023) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+313%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,782) | ✅ More affordable ($675) |
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 w9-3575X
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 w9-3575X
The Xeon w9-3575X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 44 cores and 88 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 97.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 340 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 82,507 points. Launch price was $3,789.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Xeon w9-3575X offers 44 cores / 88 threads — the Xeon w9-3575X has 20 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w9-3575X — a 9.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX (base: 4.2 GHz vs 2.2 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX uses the Storm Peak (2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon w9-3575X uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX scores 82,268 against the Xeon w9-3575X's 82,507 — a 0.3% lead for the Xeon w9-3575X. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 38,000 vs 60,000 (44.9% advantage for the Xeon w9-3575X). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,686 vs 2,300, a 15.5% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 23,294 vs 19,320 (18.7% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX). L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX vs 97.5 MB on the Xeon w9-3575X.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48 | 44 / 88+83% |
| Boost Clock | 5.3 GHz+10% | 4.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.2 GHz+91% | 2.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total)+31% | 97.5 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 5 nm-29% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Storm Peak (2023) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 82,268 | 82,507 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 38,000 | 60,000+58% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,686+17% | 2,300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 23,294+21% | 19,320 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX uses the sTR5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon w9-3575X uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5200 memory speed. The Xeon w9-3575X 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 112 (Xeon w9-3575X) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WRX90,TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX) and W790 (Xeon w9-3575X).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sTR5 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200 | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 GB | 4096 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128+14% | 112 |
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 true virtualization. Direct competitor: Xeon w9-3575X rivals Ryzen Threadripper 7970X.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | true |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX launched at $2649 MSRP, while the Xeon w9-3575X debuted at $3789. At current prices ($2782 vs $675), the Xeon w9-3575X is $2107 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX delivers 29.6 pts/$ vs 122.2 pts/$ for the Xeon w9-3575X — making the Xeon w9-3575X the 122.1% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX | Xeon w9-3575X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2649-30% | $3789 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2782 | $675-76% |
| Performance per Dollar | 29.6 | 122.2+313% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2024 |
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