Xeon Platinum 8380 vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
Xeon Platinum 8380
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8380
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8380 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($965) | ✅ More affordable ($368) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-SP (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8380 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+162%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($965) | ✅ More affordable ($368) |
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 8380 and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
Xeon Platinum 8380
The Xeon Platinum 8380 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2021-04-06. It is based on the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture. It features 40 cores and 80 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 60 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 62,318 points. Launch price was $5,846.
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2020-07-14. It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 128 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: 62,261 points. Launch price was $4,499.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8380 packs 40 cores / 80 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8380 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8380 versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX — a 21.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX (base: 2.3 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8380 uses the Ice Lake-SP (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX uses Matisse (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8380 scores 62,318 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX's 62,261 — a 0.1% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8380. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,300 vs 1,260, a 3.1% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8380 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 40,000 vs 25,211 (45.4% advantage for the Xeon Platinum 8380). L3 cache: 60 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8380 vs 128 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8380 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 40 / 80+25% | 32 / 64 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz | 4.2 GHz+24% |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz | 3.5 GHz+52% |
| L3 Cache | 60 MB (total) | 128 MB+113% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-30% |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-SP (2021) | Matisse (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 62,318 | 62,261 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 42,986 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,300+3% | 1,260 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 40,000+59% | 25,211 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8380 uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX uses sWRX8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-3200 memory speed. The Xeon Platinum 8380 supports up to 6144 GB of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon Platinum 8380) vs 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX offers 64 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C621A (Xeon Platinum 8380) and AMD WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8380 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | sWRX8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 6144 GB+200% | 2048 GB |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64 | 128+100% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon Platinum 8380 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Platinum 8380) vs true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX). Primary use case: Xeon Platinum 8380 targets Datacenter. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8380 rivals EPYC 7543; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX rivals Xeon W-3375.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8380 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
| Target Use | Datacenter | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8380 launched at $2010 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX debuted at $1337. At current prices ($965 vs $368), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX is $597 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Platinum 8380 delivers 64.6 pts/$ vs 169.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX the 89.5% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8380 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2010 | $1337-33% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $965 | $368-62% |
| Performance per Dollar | 64.6 | 169.2+162% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2020 |
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