Xeon W-3375 vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX
Xeon W-3375
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3375
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W-3375 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($6,000) | ✅ More affordable ($1,836) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-W (2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Storm Peak (2023) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W-3375 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+232%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($6,000) | ✅ More affordable ($1,836) |
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-3375 and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX
Xeon W-3375
The Xeon W-3375 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2021-07-29. It is based on the Ice Lake-W (2021) architecture. It features 38 cores and 76 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 57 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4189. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 59,091 points. Launch price was $4,499.
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX 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 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 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: 60,054 points. Launch price was $1,899.
Processing Power
The Xeon W-3375 packs 38 cores / 76 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon W-3375 has 22 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Xeon W-3375 versus 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX — a 28% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX (base: 2.5 GHz vs 4.5 GHz). The Xeon W-3375 uses the Ice Lake-W (2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX uses Storm Peak (2023) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W-3375 scores 59,091 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX's 60,054 — a 1.6% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,818 vs 3,020, a 49.7% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 17,713 vs 21,079 (17.4% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX). L3 cache: 57 MB (total) on the Xeon W-3375 vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX.
| Feature | Xeon W-3375 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 38 / 76+138% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 5.3 GHz+32% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 4.5 GHz+80% |
| L3 Cache | 57 MB (total) | 64 MB (total)+12% |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm | 5 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Ice Lake-W (2021) | Storm Peak (2023) |
| PassMark | 59,091 | 60,054+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 36,742 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,818 | 3,020+66% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 17,713 | 21,079+19% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W-3375 uses the LGA4189 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX uses sTR5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Xeon W-3375 versus DDR5-5200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon W-3375 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 1024 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon W-3375) vs 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX offers 64 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel C621A (Xeon W-3375) and WRX90,TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX).
| Feature | Xeon W-3375 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4189 | sTR5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-5200+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+300% | 1024 GB |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64 | 128+100% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX 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. Both support true virtualization. Direct competitor: Xeon W-3375 rivals EPYC 7543; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX rivals Xeon w7-2495X.
| Feature | Xeon W-3375 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | true |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W-3375 launched at $4951 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX debuted at $1899. At current prices ($6000 vs $1836), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX is $4164 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W-3375 delivers 9.8 pts/$ vs 32.7 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX the 107.4% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W-3375 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $4951 | $1899-62% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $6000 | $1836-69% |
| Performance per Dollar | 9.8 | 32.7+234% |
| Release Date | 2021 | 2023 |
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