Xeon D-1718T vs Ryzen 9 5900X
Xeon D-1718T
Ryzen 9 5900X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon D-1718T is positioned at rank #451 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon D-1718T
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 5900X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon D-1718T | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($302) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon D-1718T | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+247%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($302) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($350) |
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 D-1718T and Ryzen 9 5900X
Xeon D-1718T
The Xeon D-1718T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2227. Thermal design power (TDP): 46 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 9,674 points. Launch price was $800.
Ryzen 9 5900X
The Ryzen 9 5900X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 November 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 105 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 38,955 points. Launch price was $549.
Processing Power
The Xeon D-1718T packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Ryzen 9 5900X offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Ryzen 9 5900X has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Xeon D-1718T versus 4.8 GHz on the Ryzen 9 5900X — a 31.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 5900X (base: 2.6 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Ryzen 9 5900X is built on the Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon D-1718T scores 9,674 against the Ryzen 9 5900X's 38,955 — a 120.4% lead for the Ryzen 9 5900X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 900 vs 2,174, a 82.9% lead for the Ryzen 9 5900X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 3,500 vs 11,888 (109% advantage for the Ryzen 9 5900X). L3 cache: 10 MB on the Xeon D-1718T vs 64 MB on the Ryzen 9 5900X.
| Feature | Xeon D-1718T | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 12 / 24+200% |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 4.8 GHz+37% |
| Base Clock | 2.6 GHz | 3.7 GHz+42% |
| L3 Cache | 10 MB | 64 MB+540% |
| L2 Cache | — | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-30% |
| Architecture | — | Vermeer (Zen3) (2020−2022) |
| PassMark | 9,674 | 38,955+303% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 21,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 900 | 2,174+142% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 3,500 | 11,888+240% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon D-1718T uses the FCBGA2227 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 9 5900X uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2933 memory speed. The Xeon D-1718T supports up to 256 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Xeon D-1718T) vs 24 (Ryzen 9 5900X) — the Ryzen 9 5900X offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Xeon D-1718T) and A320,B350,X370,B450,X470,B550,X570 (Ryzen 9 5900X).
| Feature | Xeon D-1718T | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA2227 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2933 | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB+100% | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 24+50% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 9 5900X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon D-1718T supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon D-1718T) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 9 5900X). Primary use case: Xeon D-1718T targets Server/Edge, Ryzen 9 5900X targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 5900X rivals Core i9-12900K.
| Feature | Xeon D-1718T | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Server/Edge | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Xeon D-1718T launched at $302 MSRP, while the Ryzen 9 5900X debuted at $549. At current prices ($302 vs $350), the Xeon D-1718T is $48 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon D-1718T delivers 32.0 pts/$ vs 111.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 9 5900X — making the Ryzen 9 5900X the 110.6% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon D-1718T | Ryzen 9 5900X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $302-45% | $549 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $302-14% | $350 |
| Performance per Dollar | 32.0 | 111.3+248% |
| Release Date | 2022 | 2020 |
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