Xeon Platinum 8168 vs Ryzen 7 7800X3D

Xeon Platinum 8168

24 Cores48 Thrd205 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2017

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

8 Cores16 Thrd120 WWMax: 5 GHz2023

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon Platinum 8168

24 / 48

32,373

0.0%

34,293

+5.9%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

Ryzen Threadripper 7970X

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.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8168

#15

EPYC 9174F

MSRP: $194|Avg: $30

125%

#16

EPYC 7302

MSRP: $978|Avg: $109

124%

#21

Xeon Platinum 8260M

MSRP: $7705|Avg: N/A

113%

#22

Xeon Platinum 8268

MSRP: $6302|Avg: N/A

113%

#24

Xeon Gold 6130H

MSRP: $1894|Avg: N/A

109%

#29

Xeon Platinum 8168

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#41

Xeon W-2195

MSRP: $150|Avg: $5

86%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 7800X3D

#197

Ryzen 5 5600X3D

MSRP: $229|Avg: $229

107%

#198

Core i3-9350KF

MSRP: $173|Avg: $80

106%

#199

Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE

MSRP: $220|Avg: $220

106%

#200

Core i3-9300

MSRP: $143|Avg: $75

106%

#201

Ryzen 7 3800XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $249

105%

#202

Core i5-11400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $140

104%

#203

Core i3-10305

MSRP: $149|Avg: $100

103%

#204

Core i3-9320

MSRP: $154|Avg: $80

103%

#205

Core i3-10105

MSRP: $122|Avg: $90

103%

#206

Core i3-13100E

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

102%

#207

Core i9-13900F

MSRP: $524|Avg: $536

102%

#208

Processor 300

MSRP: $82|Avg: $80

102%

#209

Ryzen 5 2600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $145

102%

#210

Ryzen 5 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $80

101%

#211

Core i9-14900KS

MSRP: $749|Avg: $670

101%

#212

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

MSRP: $449|Avg: $384

100%

#213

Core i3-8100T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $59

100%

#214

Core i7-13700E

MSRP: $390|Avg: $380

100%

#215

Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G

MSRP: $430|Avg: $270

99%

#216

Core i7-9700

MSRP: $333|Avg: $150

99%

#217

Core i5-13500TE

MSRP: $235|Avg: $250

98%

#218

Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G

MSRP: $294|Avg: $76

98%

#219

Ryzen 7 PRO 5845

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

97%

#220

Athlon PRO 300GE

MSRP: $50|Avg: $50

97%

#221

Athlon Gold 3150G

MSRP: $100|Avg: $80

97%

#222

Core i7-9800X

MSRP: $589|Avg: $210

97%

#223

Ryzen 7 4700G

MSRP: $299|Avg: $235

96%

#224

Ryzen 9 5900

MSRP: $549|Avg: $395

96%

#225

Ryzen 5 7600X3D

MSRP: $299|Avg: $300

96%

#226

Ryzen 5 1600X

MSRP: $249|Avg: $144

59%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 7 7800X3D (2023) utilizes 5 nm technology and DDR5-5200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Xeon Platinum 8168	Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($384)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Xeon Platinum 8168 (2017) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4-2666, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Xeon Platinum 8168	Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($384)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Xeon Platinum 8168 Benchmark Check

Ryzen 7 7800X3D Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon Platinum 8168 and Ryzen 7 7800X3D

Xeon Platinum 8168

The Xeon Platinum 8168 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 25 April 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 33 MB. L2 cache: 24 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 32,373 points. Launch price was $5,890.

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

The Ryzen 7 7800X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 34,293 points. Launch price was $449.

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Processing Power

The Xeon Platinum 8168 packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8168 has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8168 versus 5 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — a 29.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D (base: 2.7 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8168 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8168 scores 32,373 against the Ryzen 7 7800X3D's 34,293 — a 5.8% lead for the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. L3 cache: 33 MB on the Xeon Platinum 8168 vs 96 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D.

Feature	Xeon Platinum 8168	Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Cores / Threads	24 / 48+200%	8 / 16
Boost Clock	3.7 GHz	5 GHz+35%
Base Clock	2.7 GHz	4.4 GHz+63%
L3 Cache	33 MB	96 MB (total)+191%
L2 Cache	24 MB+2300%	1 MB (per core)
Process	14 nm	5 nm-64%
Architecture	Skylake (server) (2017−2018)	Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023)
PassMark	32,373	34,293+6%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	18,500
Geekbench 6 Single	—	2,700
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	15,000

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon Platinum 8168 uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 7800X3D uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 2666 on the Xeon Platinum 8168 versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 7 7800X3D — the Xeon Platinum 8168 supports 199.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8168 supports up to 768 of RAM compared to 128 GB — 142.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon Platinum 8168) vs 2 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon Platinum 8168) vs 28 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D) — the Xeon Platinum 8168 offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621 (Xeon Platinum 8168) and X670E,X670,B650E,B650,A620 (Ryzen 7 7800X3D).

Feature	Xeon Platinum 8168	Ryzen 7 7800X3D
Socket	LGA3647	AM5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 5.0+67%
Max RAM Speed	2666+53220%	DDR5-5200
Max RAM Capacity	768	128 GB+17476167%
RAM Channels	6+200%	2
ECC Support	✅	✅
PCIe Lanes	48+71%	28

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen 7 7800X3D 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 Platinum 8168) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 7800X3D). The Ryzen 7 7800X3D includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon Graphics (2-core)), while the Xeon Platinum 8168 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 7800X3D targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8168 rivals EPYC 7501; Ryzen 7 7800X3D rivals Intel Core i7-14700K.