Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX vs Xeon w9-3595X
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX
Xeon w9-3595X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w9-3595X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX | Xeon w9-3595X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($3,971.7) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($6,000) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Storm Peak (2023) / 5 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX | Xeon w9-3595X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+49%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($3,971.7) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($6,000) |
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 7975WX and Xeon w9-3595X
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX 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 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 4 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: 95,891 points. Launch price was $3,899.
Xeon w9-3595X
The Xeon w9-3595X 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 60 cores and 120 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 112.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 385 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 97,534 points. Launch price was $5,889.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Xeon w9-3595X offers 60 cores / 120 threads — the Xeon w9-3595X has 28 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w9-3595X — a 9.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX (base: 4 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX uses the Storm Peak (2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon w9-3595X uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX scores 95,891 against the Xeon w9-3595X's 97,534 — a 1.7% lead for the Xeon w9-3595X. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 48,000 vs 130,000 (92.1% advantage for the Xeon w9-3595X). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,669 vs 2,300, a 14.9% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 22,298 vs 17,118 (26.3% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX). L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX vs 112.5 MB on the Xeon w9-3595X.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX | Xeon w9-3595X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64 | 60 / 120+88% |
| Boost Clock | 5.3 GHz+10% | 4.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+100% | 2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total)+14% | 112.5 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 | 95,891 | 97,534+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 48,000 | 130,000+171% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,669+16% | 2,300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 22,298+30% | 17,118 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX uses the sTR5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon w9-3595X uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5200 memory speed. The Xeon w9-3595X 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 7975WX) vs 112 (Xeon w9-3595X) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WRX90,TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX) and W790 (Xeon w9-3595X).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX | Xeon w9-3595X |
|---|---|---|
| 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 support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support true virtualization. Primary use case: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX targets Professional Workstation, Xeon w9-3595X targets High-end Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX rivals Xeon w7-3465X; Xeon w9-3595X rivals Threadripper PRO 7985WX.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX | Xeon w9-3595X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | true |
| Target Use | Professional Workstation | High-end Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX launched at $3899 MSRP, while the Xeon w9-3595X debuted at $5889. At current prices ($3971.7 vs $6000), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX is $2028 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX delivers 24.1 pts/$ vs 16.3 pts/$ for the Xeon w9-3595X — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX the 39% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7975WX | Xeon w9-3595X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3899-34% | $5889 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3971.7-34% | $6000 |
| Performance per Dollar | 24.1+48% | 16.3 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2024 |
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