Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX vs Xeon Platinum 8571N
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
Xeon Platinum 8571N
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8571N
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($450) | ✅ More affordable ($418) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Shimada Peak (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+9%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($450) | ✅ More affordable ($418) |
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 9955WX and Xeon Platinum 8571N
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 July 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Shimada Peak (2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: sTR5. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 67,561 points. Launch price was $1,649.
Xeon Platinum 8571N
The Xeon Platinum 8571N 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 52 cores and 104 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 300 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5 @ 4800 MT/s (1 DPC). Passmark benchmark score: 68,385 points. Launch price was $6,839.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Xeon Platinum 8571N offers 52 cores / 104 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8571N has 36 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX versus 4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8571N — a 29.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX (base: 4.5 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX uses the Shimada Peak (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Xeon Platinum 8571N uses Emerald Rapids (2023) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX scores 67,561 against the Xeon Platinum 8571N's 68,385 — a 1.2% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8571N. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 3,016 vs 1,961, a 42.4% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 23,596 vs 60,000 (87.1% advantage for the Xeon Platinum 8571N). L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX vs 300 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8571N.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32 | 52 / 104+225% |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+35% | 4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.5 GHz+88% | 2.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB (total) | 300 MB (total)+369% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Shimada Peak (2025) | Emerald Rapids (2023) |
| PassMark | 67,561 | 68,385+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 40,000 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 3,016+54% | 1,961 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 23,596 | 60,000+154% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX uses the sTR5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon Platinum 8571N uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-6400 memory speed. The Xeon Platinum 8571N 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 9955WX) vs 80 (Xeon Platinum 8571N) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX offers 48 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WRX90 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX) and C741 (Xeon Platinum 8571N).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sTR5 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-6400 | 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 9955WX 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 9955WX) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Platinum 8571N). Primary use case: Xeon Platinum 8571N targets Cloud Server. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX rivals Xeon w7-3555; Xeon Platinum 8571N rivals EPYC 9454.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | Cloud Server |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX launched at $429 MSRP, while the Xeon Platinum 8571N debuted at $599. At current prices ($450 vs $418), the Xeon Platinum 8571N is $32 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX delivers 150.1 pts/$ vs 163.6 pts/$ for the Xeon Platinum 8571N — making the Xeon Platinum 8571N the 8.6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX | Xeon Platinum 8571N |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $429-28% | $599 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $450 | $418-7% |
| Performance per Dollar | 150.1 | 163.6+9% |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2023 |
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