Xeon W-3335 vs Ryzen 7 9800X3D
Xeon W-3335
Ryzen 7 9800X3D
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3335
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 9800X3D
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-3335 | Ryzen 7 9800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,200) | ✅ More affordable ($479) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-W (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Granite Ridge (2024−2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-3335 | Ryzen 7 9800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+155%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,200) | ✅ More affordable ($479) |
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-3335 and Ryzen 7 9800X3D
Xeon W-3335
The Xeon W-3335 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Ice Lake-W (2021) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 39,293 points. Launch price was $800.
Ryzen 7 9800X3D
The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 November 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Granite Ridge (2024−2025) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 4.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 39,966 points. Launch price was $479.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-3335 packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Ryzen 7 9800X3D offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Xeon W-3335 has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon W-3335 versus 5.2 GHz on the Ryzen 7 9800X3D — a 26.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 9800X3D (base: 3.4 GHz vs 4.7 GHz). The Xeon W-3335 uses the Ice Lake-W (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Ryzen 7 9800X3D uses Granite Ridge (2024−2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-3335 scores 39,293 against the Ryzen 7 9800X3D's 39,966 — a 1.7% lead for the Ryzen 7 9800X3D. L3 cache: 24 MB (total) on the Xeon W-3335 vs 96 MB (total) on the Ryzen 7 9800X3D.
| Feature | Xeon W-3335 | Ryzen 7 9800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+100% | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 5.2 GHz+30% |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz | 4.7 GHz+38% |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total) | 96 MB (total)+300% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 4 nm-60% |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-W (2021) | Granite Ridge (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 39,293 | 39,966+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 23,277 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 3,450 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 18,500 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-3335 uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 7 9800X3D uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the Xeon W-3335 versus DDR5-5600 on the Ryzen 7 9800X3D — the Xeon W-3335 supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon W-3335 supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon W-3335) vs 2 (Ryzen 7 9800X3D). PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon W-3335) vs 28 (Ryzen 7 9800X3D) — the Xeon W-3335 offers 36 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon W-3335) and X670E,B650E,X870E,B850 (Ryzen 7 9800X3D).
| Feature | Xeon W-3335 | Ryzen 7 9800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | 3200+63900% | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 192 GB+4915100% |
| RAM Channels | 8+300% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64+129% | 28 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 7 9800X3D 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 W-3335) vs AMD-V, AMD-Vi (Ryzen 7 9800X3D). The Ryzen 7 9800X3D includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon W-3335 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 9800X3D targets Extreme Gaming. Direct competitor: Xeon W-3335 rivals EPYC 7402; Ryzen 7 9800X3D rivals Core i9-14900K.
| Feature | Xeon W-3335 | Ryzen 7 9800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | AMD-V, AMD-Vi |
| Target Use | — | Extreme Gaming |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-3335 launched at $1430 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 9800X3D debuted at $479. At current prices ($1200 vs $479), the Ryzen 7 9800X3D is $721 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-3335 delivers 32.7 pts/$ vs 83.4 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 9800X3D — making the Ryzen 7 9800X3D the 87.3% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-3335 | Ryzen 7 9800X3D |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1430 | $479-67% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1200 | $479-60% |
| Performance per Dollar | 32.7 | 83.4+155% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2024 |
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