Xeon Gold 6444Y vs Ryzen 9 PRO 7945
Xeon Gold 6444Y
Ryzen 9 PRO 7945
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Gold 6444Y
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 PRO 7945
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6444Y | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,622) | ✅ More affordable ($450) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Gold 6444Y | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+699%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,622) | ✅ More affordable ($450) |
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 6444Y and Ryzen 9 PRO 7945
Xeon Gold 6444Y
The Xeon Gold 6444Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 45 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 47,176 points. Launch price was $1,517.
Ryzen 9 PRO 7945
The Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 June 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 46,828 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Xeon Gold 6444Y packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Xeon Gold 6444Y has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon Gold 6444Y versus 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 — a 29.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 (base: 3.6 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Xeon Gold 6444Y uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 uses Raphael (2023−2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Gold 6444Y scores 47,176 against the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945's 46,828 — a 0.7% lead for the Xeon Gold 6444Y. L3 cache: 45 MB on the Xeon Gold 6444Y vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6444Y | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+33% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 5.4 GHz+35% |
| Base Clock | 3.6 GHz | 3.7 GHz+3% |
| L3 Cache | 45 MB | 64 MB (total)+42% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 5 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Raphael (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 47,176 | 46,828 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 28,905 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,206 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 16,832 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Gold 6444Y uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5600 on the Xeon Gold 6444Y versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 — the Xeon Gold 6444Y supports 199.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Gold 6444Y supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 128 GB — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon Gold 6444Y) vs 2 (Ryzen 9 PRO 7945). PCIe lanes: 80 (Xeon Gold 6444Y) vs 28 (Ryzen 9 PRO 7945) — the Xeon Gold 6444Y offers 52 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Gold 6444Y) and AMD X670E,AMD X670,AMD B650E,AMD B650,AMD A620 (Ryzen 9 PRO 7945).
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6444Y | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 5600+111900% | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 128 GB+3276700% |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 80+186% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 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 6444Y) vs true (Ryzen 9 PRO 7945). The Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon Gold 6444Y requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Xeon Gold 6444Y rivals EPYC 9384X; Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 rivals Core i9-13900.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6444Y | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Gold 6444Y launched at $3622 MSRP, while the Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 debuted at $409.
| Feature | Xeon Gold 6444Y | Ryzen 9 PRO 7945 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3622 | $409-89% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $450 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2023 |
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