Xeon Platinum 8352Y vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
Xeon Platinum 8352Y
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8352Y
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,995) | ✅ More affordable ($450) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Shimada Peak (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+774%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,995) | ✅ 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 Platinum 8352Y and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
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 9955WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 July 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Shimada Peak (2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: sTR5. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 67,561 points. Launch price was $1,649.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8352Y packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8352Y has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8352Y versus 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX — a 45.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX (base: 2.2 GHz vs 4.5 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX is built on the Shimada Peak (2025) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8352Y scores 68,643 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX's 67,561 — a 1.6% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8352Y. L3 cache: 48 MB on the Xeon Platinum 8352Y vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 32 / 64+100% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 5.4 GHz+59% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 4.5 GHz+105% |
| L3 Cache | 48 MB | 64 MB (total)+33% |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 4 nm-60% |
| Architecture | — | Shimada Peak (2025) |
| PassMark | 68,643+2% | 67,561 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 40,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 3,016 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 23,596 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8352Y uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX uses sTR5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Xeon Platinum 8352Y versus DDR5-6400 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX — the Xeon Platinum 8352Y supports 199.4% 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 9955WX) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX offers 64 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621A (Xeon Platinum 8352Y) and WRX90 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | sTR5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+63900% | DDR5-6400 |
| 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 9955WX 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 8352Y) vs true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX). Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8352Y rivals EPYC 7543; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX rivals Xeon w7-3555.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8352Y launched at $3995 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX debuted at $429.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8352Y | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3995 | $429-89% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $450 |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2025 |
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