Xeon Platinum 8352Y vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
Xeon Platinum 8352Y
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8352Y
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,995) | ✅ More affordable ($225) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Chagall PRO (2022) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1623%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,995) | ✅ More affordable ($225) |
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 Platinum 8352Y and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
Xeon Platinum 8352Y
The Xeon Platinum 8352Y is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2021-04-06. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 48 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 205 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 68,643 points. Launch price was $3,995.
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2022-03-08. It is based on the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 128 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: 66,614 points. Launch price was $2,399.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8352Y packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8352Y has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8352Y versus 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX — a 27.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX (base: 2.2 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX is built on the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8352Y scores 68,643 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX's 66,614 — a 3% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8352Y. L3 cache: 48 MB on the Xeon Platinum 8352Y vs 128 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64+33% | 24 / 48 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 4.5 GHz+32% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 3.8 GHz+73% |
| L3 Cache | 48 MB | 128 MB+167% |
| L2 Cache | — | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 7 nm-30% |
| Architecture | — | Chagall PRO (2022) |
| PassMark | 68,643+3% | 66,614 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 45,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,550 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 15,500 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8352Y uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX uses sWRX8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Xeon Platinum 8352Y versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX — the Xeon Platinum 8352Y supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8352Y supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon Platinum 8352Y) vs 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX offers 64 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621A (Xeon Platinum 8352Y) and WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | sWRX8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+79900% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 2048 GB+52428700% |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64 | 128+100% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon Platinum 8352Y supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Platinum 8352Y) vs AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX). Primary use case: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX targets Professional Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8352Y rivals EPYC 7543; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX rivals Xeon Gold 6430.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | — | Professional Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8352Y launched at $3995 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX debuted at $2399.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3995 | $2399-40% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $225 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2022 |
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