Xeon W-2155 vs Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
Xeon W-2155
Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
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.
Value Upgrade Path
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Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-2155
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-2155 | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($150) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($220) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cezanne (2021−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-2155 | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+47%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($150) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($220) |
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 W-2155 and Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
Xeon W-2155
The Xeon W-2155 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 August 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 13.75 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-1600, DDR4-1866, DDR4-2133, DDR4-2400, DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 20,858 points. Launch price was $1,440.
Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE
The Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Cezanne (2021−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 20,870 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-2155 packs 10 cores / 20 threads, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon W-2155 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Xeon W-2155 versus 4.6 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE — a 2.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE (base: 3.3 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Xeon W-2155 uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE uses Cezanne (2021−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-2155 scores 20,858 against the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE's 20,870 — a 0.1% lead for the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE. L3 cache: 13.75 MB (total) on the Xeon W-2155 vs 16 MB on the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE.
| Feature | Xeon W-2155 | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 20+25% | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz | 4.6 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+3% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 13.75 MB (total) | 16 MB+16% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core)+100% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Cezanne (2021−2025) |
| PassMark | 20,858 | 20,870 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-2155 uses the LGA2066 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon W-2155 | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA2066 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-2155 launched at $1440 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE debuted at $220. At current prices ($150 vs $220), the Xeon W-2155 is $70 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-2155 delivers 139.1 pts/$ vs 94.9 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE — making the Xeon W-2155 the 37.8% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-2155 | Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1440 | $220-85% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150-32% | $220 |
| Performance per Dollar | 139.1+47% | 94.9 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2024 |
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