Xeon w3-2535 vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX
Xeon w3-2535
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w3-2535
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w3-2535 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($800) | ✅ More affordable ($100) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Castle Peak (2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w3-2535 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+702%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($800) | ✅ More affordable ($100) |
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 w3-2535 and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX
Xeon w3-2535
The Xeon w3-2535 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 August 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 10 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 26.25 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 185 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4400. Passmark benchmark score: 33,367 points. Launch price was $739.
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Castle Peak (2020) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: sWRX8. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 33,455 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
The Xeon w3-2535 packs 10 cores / 20 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.6 GHz on the Xeon w3-2535 versus 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX — a 6.7% clock advantage for the Xeon w3-2535 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 4 GHz). The Xeon w3-2535 uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX uses Castle Peak (2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w3-2535 scores 33,367 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX's 33,455 — a 0.3% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 17,500 vs 18,500 (5.6% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,254 vs 1,652, a 30.8% lead for the Xeon w3-2535 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 12,400 vs 11,500 (7.5% advantage for the Xeon w3-2535). L3 cache: 26.25 MB on the Xeon w3-2535 vs 64 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX.
| Feature | Xeon w3-2535 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 10 / 20 | 12 / 24+20% |
| Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz+7% | 4.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz | 4 GHz+14% |
| L3 Cache | 26.25 MB | 64 MB+144% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+300% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Castle Peak (2020) |
| PassMark | 33,367 | 33,455 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 17,500 | 18,500+6% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,254+36% | 1,652 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 12,400+8% | 11,500 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w3-2535 uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX uses sWRX8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4400 on the Xeon w3-2535 versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX — the Xeon w3-2535 supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 2048 GB of RAM. Memory channels: 4 (Xeon w3-2535) vs 8 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX). PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon w3-2535) vs 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX offers 64 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w3-2535) and WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX).
| Feature | Xeon w3-2535 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | sWRX8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4400+25% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 GB | 2048 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 8+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64 | 128+100% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon w3-2535 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Xeon w3-2535) vs AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX). Primary use case: Xeon w3-2535 targets Workstation, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX targets Professional Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon w3-2535 rivals EPYC 7313; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX rivals Xeon w5-2455X.
| Feature | Xeon w3-2535 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Workstation | Professional Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w3-2535 launched at $739 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX debuted at $1149. At current prices ($800 vs $100), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX is $700 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w3-2535 delivers 41.7 pts/$ vs 334.6 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX the 155.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w3-2535 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $739-36% | $1149 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $800 | $100-88% |
| Performance per Dollar | 41.7 | 334.6+702% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2020 |
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