CPU
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Xeon Gold 6314U
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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 Gold 6314U
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6314U | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,977) | ✅ More affordable ($999) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Chagall PRO (2022) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6314U | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+197%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,977) | ✅ More affordable ($999) |
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 Gold 6314U and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX
Xeon Gold 6314U
The Xeon Gold 6314U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 48 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 48,916 points. Launch price was $800.
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 8 March 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 64 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: 48,756 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6314U packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon Gold 6314U has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6314U versus 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX — a 27.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX (base: 2.3 GHz vs 4 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6314U uses the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX uses Chagall PRO (2022) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6314U scores 48,916 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX's 48,756 — a 0.3% lead for the Xeon Gold 6314U. L3 cache: 48 MB (total) on the Xeon Gold 6314U vs 64 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6314U | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64+100% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 4.5 GHz+32% |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz | 4 GHz+74% |
| L3 Cache | 48 MB (total) | 64 MB+33% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 7 nm-30% |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-SP (2021) | Chagall PRO (2022) |
| PassMark | 48,916 | 48,756 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6314U uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX uses sWRX8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to 3200 memory speed. The Xeon Gold 6314U supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 2048 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP3,C621A (Xeon Gold 6314U) and WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6314U | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | sWRX8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200 | 3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096+100% | 2048 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX 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: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Gold 6314U) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX). Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6314U rivals Xeon Platinum 8362; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX rivals Xeon w5-3335.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6314U | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Gold 6314U launched at $2977 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX debuted at $799.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6314U | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2977 | $799-73% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $999 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2022 |
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