Xeon 6780E vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
Xeon 6780E
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6780E
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon 6780E | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($8,513) | ✅ More affordable ($2,699.99) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sierra Forest (2024) / Intel 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Shimada Peak (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon 6780E | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+240%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($8,513) | ✅ More affordable ($2,699.99) |
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 Xeon 6780E and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX
Xeon 6780E
The Xeon 6780E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 June 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sierra Forest (2024) architecture. It features 144 cores and 144 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L3 cache: 108 MB (total). L2 cache: 4 MB (per module). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 330 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 86,734 points. Launch price was $11,350.
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.
Processing Power
The Xeon 6780E packs 144 cores / 144 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the Xeon 6780E has 120 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Xeon 6780E versus 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX — a 57.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX (base: 2.2 GHz vs 4.2 GHz). The Xeon 6780E uses the Sierra Forest (2024) architecture (Intel 3 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX uses Shimada Peak (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon 6780E scores 86,734 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX's 93,660 — a 7.7% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX. L3 cache: 108 MB (total) on the Xeon 6780E vs 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX.
| Feature | Xeon 6780E | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 144 / 144+500% | 24 / 48 |
| Boost Clock | 3 GHz | 5.4 GHz+80% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 4.2 GHz+91% |
| L3 Cache | 108 MB (total) | 128 MB (total)+19% |
| L2 Cache | 4 MB (per module)+300% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 3 nm-25% | 4 nm |
| Architecture | Sierra Forest (2024) | Shimada Peak (2025) |
| PassMark | 86,734 | 93,660+8% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 60,336 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 3,349 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 30,722 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon 6780E uses the LGA4710 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX uses sTR5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-6400 memory speed. The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 4 TB — 199.2% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 88 (Xeon 6780E) vs 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Xeon 6780E | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4710 | sTR5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-6400 | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 TB+100% | 2048 GB |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 88 | 128+45% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, VT-x EPT (Xeon 6780E) vs true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX). Primary use case: Xeon 6780E targets Cloud Native Compute, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX targets High-end Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon 6780E rivals EPYC 9754; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX rivals Xeon w9-3595X.
| Feature | Xeon 6780E | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, VT-x EPT | true |
| Target Use | Cloud Native Compute | High-end Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Xeon 6780E launched at $11350 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX debuted at $2899. At current prices ($8513 vs $2699.99), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX is $5813 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon 6780E delivers 10.2 pts/$ vs 34.7 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX the 109.2% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon 6780E | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $11350 | $2899-74% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $8513 | $2699.99-68% |
| Performance per Dollar | 10.2 | 34.7+240% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2025 |
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