Xeon Platinum 8570 vs Ryzen Threadripper 7970X
Xeon Platinum 8570
Ryzen Threadripper 7970X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8570
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper 7970X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8570 | Ryzen Threadripper 7970X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($9,595) | ✅ More affordable ($2,200) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Storm Peak (2023) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8570 | Ryzen Threadripper 7970X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+361%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($9,595) | ✅ More affordable ($2,200) |
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 8570 and Ryzen Threadripper 7970X
Xeon Platinum 8570
The Xeon Platinum 8570 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 56 cores and 112 threads. Base frequency is 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 300 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5 @ 5600 MT/s (1 DPC). Passmark benchmark score: 93,722 points. Launch price was $9,595.
Ryzen Threadripper 7970X
The Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 October 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Storm Peak (2023) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: sTR5. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 99,152 points. Launch price was $2,499.
Processing Power
The Xeon Platinum 8570 packs 56 cores / 112 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8570 has 24 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8570 versus 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X — a 28% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X (base: 2.1 GHz vs 4 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8570 uses the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X uses Storm Peak (2023) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8570 scores 93,722 against the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X's 99,152 — a 5.6% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 65,000 vs 75,000 (14.3% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,960 vs 2,900, a 38.7% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 18,960 vs 24,000 (23.5% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X). L3 cache: 300 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8570 vs 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8570 | Ryzen Threadripper 7970X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 56 / 112+75% | 32 / 64 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 5.3 GHz+32% |
| Base Clock | 2.1 GHz | 4 GHz+90% |
| L3 Cache | 300 MB (total)+134% | 128 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 5 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Emerald Rapids (2023) | Storm Peak (2023) |
| PassMark | 93,722 | 99,152+6% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 65,000 | 75,000+15% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,960 | 2,900+48% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 18,960 | 24,000+27% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8570 uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X uses sTR5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5600 memory speed. The Ryzen Threadripper 7970X supports up to 1024 GB of RAM compared to 4 TB — 198.4% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon Platinum 8570) vs 4 (Ryzen Threadripper 7970X). PCIe lanes: 80 (Xeon Platinum 8570) vs 92 (Ryzen Threadripper 7970X) — the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel C741 (Xeon Platinum 8570) and TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper 7970X).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8570 | Ryzen Threadripper 7970X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | sTR5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5600 | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4 TB+300% | 1024 GB |
| RAM Channels | 8+100% | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 80 | 92+15% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X 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 8570) vs AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper 7970X). Primary use case: Xeon Platinum 8570 targets Server, Ryzen Threadripper 7970X targets High-End Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8570 rivals AMD EPYC 9554; Ryzen Threadripper 7970X rivals Xeon w7-2495X.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8570 | Ryzen Threadripper 7970X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Server | High-End Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8570 launched at $9595 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X debuted at $2499. At current prices ($9595 vs $2200), the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is $7395 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Platinum 8570 delivers 9.8 pts/$ vs 45.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X — making the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X the 128.8% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8570 | Ryzen Threadripper 7970X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $9595 | $2499-74% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $9595 | $2200-77% |
| Performance per Dollar | 9.8 | 45.1+360% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2023 |
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