Xeon Platinum 8571N vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
Xeon Platinum 8571N
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon Platinum 8571N
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8571N | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($418) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($450) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Emerald Rapids (2023) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Shimada Peak (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon Platinum 8571N | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+9%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($418) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($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 8571N and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
Xeon Platinum 8571N
The Xeon Platinum 8571N 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 52 cores and 104 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 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): 300 Watt. Memory support: DDR5 @ 4800 MT/s (1 DPC). Passmark benchmark score: 68,385 points. Launch price was $6,839.
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 8571N packs 52 cores / 104 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon Platinum 8571N has 36 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon Platinum 8571N versus 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX — a 29.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX (base: 2.4 GHz vs 4.5 GHz). The Xeon Platinum 8571N uses the Emerald Rapids (2023) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX uses Shimada Peak (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon Platinum 8571N scores 68,385 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX's 67,561 — a 1.2% lead for the Xeon Platinum 8571N. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,961 vs 3,016, a 42.4% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 60,000 vs 23,596 (87.1% advantage for the Xeon Platinum 8571N). L3 cache: 300 MB (total) on the Xeon Platinum 8571N vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8571N | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 52 / 104+225% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 5.4 GHz+35% |
| Base Clock | 2.4 GHz | 4.5 GHz+88% |
| L3 Cache | 300 MB (total)+369% | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Emerald Rapids (2023) | Shimada Peak (2025) |
| PassMark | 68,385+1% | 67,561 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 40,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,961 | 3,016+54% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 60,000+154% | 23,596 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon Platinum 8571N uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX uses sTR5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-4800 memory speed. The Xeon Platinum 8571N 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 8571N) vs 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX offers 48 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: C741 (Xeon Platinum 8571N) and WRX90 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX).
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8571N | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | sTR5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | DDR5-6400 |
| 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 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 8571N) vs true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX). Primary use case: Xeon Platinum 8571N targets Cloud Server. Direct competitor: Xeon Platinum 8571N rivals EPYC 9454; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX rivals Xeon w7-3555.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8571N | 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 |
| Target Use | Cloud Server | — |
Value Analysis
The Xeon Platinum 8571N launched at $599 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX debuted at $429. At current prices ($418 vs $450), the Xeon Platinum 8571N is $32 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon Platinum 8571N delivers 163.6 pts/$ vs 150.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX — making the Xeon Platinum 8571N the 8.6% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon Platinum 8571N | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $599 | $429-28% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $418-7% | $450 |
| Performance per Dollar | 163.6+9% | 150.1 |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2025 |
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