Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($2,699.99) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,444) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Shimada Peak (2025) / 4 nm) | ✨ Modern (Chagall PRO (2022) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+26%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($2,699.99) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,444) |
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 9965WX and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX 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 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 128 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: 93,660 points. Launch price was $2,899.
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2022-03-08. It is based on the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture. It features 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: sWRX8. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 94,737 points. Launch price was $6,499.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX offers 64 cores / 128 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX has 40 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX versus 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX (base: 4.2 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX uses the Shimada Peak (2025) architecture (4 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX uses Chagall PRO (2022) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX scores 93,660 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX's 94,737 — a 1.1% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 60,336 vs 66,403 (9.6% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 3,349 vs 1,500, a 76.3% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 30,722 vs 20,000 (42.3% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX). L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX vs 256 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48 | 64 / 128+167% |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz+20% | 4.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4.2 GHz+56% | 2.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB (total) | 256 MB+100% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 4 nm-43% | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Shimada Peak (2025) | Chagall PRO (2022) |
| PassMark | 93,660 | 94,737+1% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 60,336 | 66,403+10% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 3,349+123% | 1,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 30,722+54% | 20,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX uses the sTR5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX uses sWRX8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-6400 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 2048 GB of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: WRX90,TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX) and WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sTR5 | sWRX8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-6400+25% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 GB | 2048 GB |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support true virtualization. Primary use case: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX targets High-end Workstation, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX targets Professional Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX rivals Xeon w9-3595X; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX rivals Xeon w9-3495X.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | true | true |
| Target Use | High-end Workstation | Professional Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX launched at $2899 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX debuted at $6499. At current prices ($2699.99 vs $3444), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX is $744 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX delivers 34.7 pts/$ vs 27.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX the 23.1% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2899-55% | $6499 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2699.99-22% | $3444 |
| Performance per Dollar | 34.7+26% | 27.5 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2022 |
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