Xeon W3670 vs Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Xeon W3670
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Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
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
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Xeon W3670 is positioned at rank #543 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W3670
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon W3670 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($250) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($486) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Gulftown (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon W3670 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+399%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($250) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($486) |
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 W3670 and Ryzen 9 7950X3D
Xeon W3670
The Xeon W3670 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 August 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Gulftown (2010−2011) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.46 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,424 points. Launch price was $295.
Ryzen 9 7950X3D
The Ryzen 9 7950X3D is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 62,323 points. Launch price was $699.
Processing Power
The Xeon W3670 packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Ryzen 9 7950X3D has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.46 GHz on the Xeon W3670 versus 5.7 GHz on the Ryzen 9 7950X3D — a 48.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D (base: 3.2 GHz vs 4.2 GHz). The Xeon W3670 uses the Gulftown (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D uses Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) (5 nm, 6 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon W3670 scores 6,424 against the Ryzen 9 7950X3D's 62,323 — a 162.6% lead for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Xeon W3670 vs 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen 9 7950X3D.
| Feature | Xeon W3670 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12 | 16 / 32+167% |
| Boost Clock | 3.46 GHz | 5.7 GHz+65% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 4.2 GHz+31% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total) | 128 MB (total)+967% |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 32 nm | 5 nm, 6 nm-84% |
| Architecture | Gulftown (2010−2011) | Raphael (Zen4) (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 6,424 | 62,323+870% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 38,581 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,926 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 19,643 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon W3670 uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D uses AM5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Xeon W3670 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 5.0+150% |
| Max RAM Speed | — | DDR5-5200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | — | 128 GB |
| RAM Channels | — | 2 |
| ECC Support | — | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | — | 28 |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Xeon W3670) / true (Ryzen 9 7950X3D). The Ryzen 9 7950X3D includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics), while the Xeon W3670 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Ryzen 9 7950X3D rivals Core i9-13900K.
| Feature | Xeon W3670 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | — | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Graphics |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | — | Yes |
| Virtualization | — | true |
Value Analysis
The Xeon W3670 launched at $250 MSRP, while the Ryzen 9 7950X3D debuted at $699. At current prices ($250 vs $486), the Xeon W3670 is $236 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon W3670 delivers 25.7 pts/$ vs 128.2 pts/$ for the Ryzen 9 7950X3D — making the Ryzen 9 7950X3D the 133.2% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon W3670 | Ryzen 9 7950X3D |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $250-64% | $699 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $250-49% | $486 |
| Performance per Dollar | 25.7 | 128.2+399% |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2023 |
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