Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
Xeon Platinum 8568Y+
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8568Y+
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($6,497) | ✅ More affordable ($3,486) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+95%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($6,497) | ✅ 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 Platinum 8568Y+ and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
Xeon Platinum 8568Y+
The Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture. It features 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 300 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 79,683 points. Launch price was $6,497.
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 Platinum 8568Y+ packs 48 cores / 96 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX offers 64 cores / 128 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX — a 4.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX (base: 2.3 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ uses the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX uses Matisse (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ scores 79,683 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX's 83,235 — a 4.4% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,961 vs 1,266, a 43.1% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 55,000 vs 20,256 (92.3% advantage for the Xeon Platinum 8568Y+). L3 cache: 300 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ vs 256 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 48 / 96 | 64 / 128+33% |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4.2 GHz+5% |
| Base Clock | 2.3 GHz | 2.7 GHz+17% |
| L3 Cache | 300 MB (total)+17% | 256 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+300% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-30% |
| Architecture | Emerald Rapids (2023) | Matisse (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 79,683 | 83,235+4% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 64,355 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,961+55% | 1,266 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 55,000+172% | 20,256 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX uses sWRX8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX — the Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ 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 Platinum 8568Y+) 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 Platinum 8568Y+) and WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | sWRX8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5600+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 Platinum 8568Y+ supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon Platinum 8568Y+) vs true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX). Primary use case: Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ targets High Performance Server. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ rivals EPYC 9554; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX rivals Xeon Platinum 8280.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ | 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 | High Performance Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ launched at $6497 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX debuted at $5489. At current prices ($6497 vs $3486), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX is $3011 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ delivers 12.3 pts/$ vs 23.9 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX the 64.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8568Y+ | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $6497 | $5489-16% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $6497 | $3486-46% |
| Performance per Dollar | 12.3 | 23.9+94% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2020 |
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