Xeon Max 9480 vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
Xeon Max 9480
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Max 9480
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Max 9480 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($12,980) | ✅ More affordable ($3,486) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids HBM (2023) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Max 9480 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+274%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($12,980) | ✅ More affordable ($3,486) |
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 Max 9480 and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
Xeon Max 9480
The Xeon Max 9480 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids HBM (2023) architecture. It features 56 cores and 112 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 112.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 82,913 points. Launch price was $12,980.
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: sWRX8. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 83,235 points. Launch price was $5,500.
Processing Power
The Xeon Max 9480 packs 56 cores / 112 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX offers 64 cores / 128 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.5 GHz on the Xeon Max 9480 versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX (base: 1.9 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Xeon Max 9480 uses the Sapphire Rapids HBM (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX uses Matisse (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Max 9480 scores 82,913 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX's 83,235 — a 0.4% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,900 vs 1,266, a 40.1% lead for the Xeon Max 9480 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 55,000 vs 20,256 (92.3% advantage for the Xeon Max 9480). L3 cache: 112.5 MB on the Xeon Max 9480 vs 256 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX.
| Feature | Xeon Max 9480 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 56 / 112 | 64 / 128+14% |
| Boost Clock | 3.5 GHz | 4.2 GHz+20% |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.7 GHz+42% |
| L3 Cache | 112.5 MB | 256 MB+128% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+300% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-30% |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids HBM (2023) | Matisse (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 82,913 | 83,235 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 64,355 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,900+50% | 1,266 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 55,000+172% | 20,256 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Max 9480 uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX uses sWRX8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Xeon Max 9480 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX — the Xeon Max 9480 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Max 9480 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 80 (Xeon Max 9480) vs 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX offers 48 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Max 9480) and WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX).
| Feature | Xeon Max 9480 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | sWRX8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800+25% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+100% | 2048 GB |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 80 | 128+60% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon Max 9480 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Max 9480) vs true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX). Primary use case: Xeon Max 9480 targets HPC Server. Direct competitor: Xeon Max 9480 rivals EPYC 9684X; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX rivals Xeon Platinum 8280.
| Feature | Xeon Max 9480 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
| Target Use | HPC Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Max 9480 launched at $12980 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX debuted at $5489. At current prices ($12980 vs $3486), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX is $9494 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Max 9480 delivers 6.4 pts/$ vs 23.9 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX the 115.6% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Max 9480 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $12980 | $5489-58% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $12980 | $3486-73% |
| Performance per Dollar | 6.4 | 23.9+273% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2020 |
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