Xeon W-3175X vs Ryzen 9 7900
Xeon W-3175X
Ryzen 9 7900
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3175X
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 7900
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-3175X | Ryzen 9 7900 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,999) | ✅ More affordable ($370) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-3175X | Ryzen 9 7900 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+746%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,999) | ✅ More affordable ($370) |
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-3175X and Ryzen 9 7900
Xeon W-3175X
The Xeon W-3175X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 December 2018 (6 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 38.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 255 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 46,125 points. Launch price was $2,999.
Ryzen 9 7900
The Ryzen 9 7900 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 48,168 points. Launch price was $429.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-3175X packs 28 cores / 56 threads, while the Ryzen 9 7900 offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Xeon W-3175X has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Xeon W-3175X versus 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen 9 7900 — a 34.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 7900 (base: 3.1 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Xeon W-3175X uses the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 9 7900 uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-3175X scores 46,125 against the Ryzen 9 7900's 48,168 — a 4.3% lead for the Ryzen 9 7900. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 31,350 vs 24,600 (24.1% advantage for the Xeon W-3175X). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,467 vs 2,800, a 62.5% lead for the Ryzen 9 7900 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 17,358 vs 18,000 (3.6% advantage for the Ryzen 9 7900). L3 cache: 38.5 MB (total) on the Xeon W-3175X vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen 9 7900.
| Feature | Xeon W-3175X | Ryzen 9 7900 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 28 / 56+133% | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 5.4 GHz+42% |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.7 GHz+19% |
| L3 Cache | 38.5 MB (total) | 64 MB (total)+66% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 5 nm-64% |
| Architecture | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 46,125 | 48,168+4% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 31,350+27% | 24,600 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,467 | 2,800+91% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 17,358 | 18,000+4% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-3175X uses the LGA3647 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 9 7900 uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2666 on the Xeon W-3175X versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen 9 7900 — the Ryzen 9 7900 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon W-3175X supports up to 512 GB of RAM compared to 128 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 6 (Xeon W-3175X) vs 2 (Ryzen 9 7900). PCIe lanes: 48 (Xeon W-3175X) vs 28 (Ryzen 9 7900) — the Xeon W-3175X offers 20 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel C621 (Xeon W-3175X) and AMD X670E,AMD X670,AMD B650E,AMD B650,AMD A620 (Ryzen 9 7900).
| Feature | Xeon W-3175X | Ryzen 9 7900 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA3647 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | DDR5-5200+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 512 GB+300% | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | 6+200% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 48+71% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Xeon W-3175X) vs true (Ryzen 9 7900). The Ryzen 9 7900 includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics (Raphael)), while the Xeon W-3175X requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 7900 rivals Core i9-13900.
| Feature | Xeon W-3175X | Ryzen 9 7900 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Graphics (Raphael) |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | true |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-3175X launched at $2999 MSRP, while the Ryzen 9 7900 debuted at $429. At current prices ($2999 vs $370), the Ryzen 9 7900 is $2629 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-3175X delivers 15.4 pts/$ vs 130.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 9 7900 — making the Ryzen 9 7900 the 157.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-3175X | Ryzen 9 7900 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2999 | $429-86% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2999 | $370-88% |
| Performance per Dollar | 15.4 | 130.2+745% |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2023 |
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