Xeon w5-2545 vs Ryzen AI Max 390
Xeon w5-2545
Ryzen AI Max 390
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-2545
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w5-2545 | Ryzen AI Max 390 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,100) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Strix Halo (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w5-2545 | Ryzen AI Max 390 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,100) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 w5-2545 and Ryzen AI Max 390
Xeon w5-2545
The Xeon w5-2545 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 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 30 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 210 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 40,782 points. Launch price was $889.
Ryzen AI Max 390
The Ryzen AI Max 390 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Strix Halo (2025) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP11. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 41,834 points. Launch price was $499.
Processing Power
Both the Xeon w5-2545 and Ryzen AI Max 390 share an identical 12-core/24-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.7 GHz on the Xeon w5-2545 versus 5 GHz on the Ryzen AI Max 390 — a 6.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen AI Max 390 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Xeon w5-2545 uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen AI Max 390 uses Strix Halo (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w5-2545 scores 40,782 against the Ryzen AI Max 390's 41,834 — a 2.5% lead for the Ryzen AI Max 390. L3 cache: 30 MB on the Xeon w5-2545 vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen AI Max 390.
| Feature | Xeon w5-2545 | Ryzen AI Max 390 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 12 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 4.7 GHz | 5 GHz+6% |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz+9% | 3.2 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 30 MB | 64 MB (total)+113% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Strix Halo (2025) |
| PassMark | 40,782 | 41,834+3% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w5-2545 uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen AI Max 390 uses FP11 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the Xeon w5-2545 versus 8000 on the Ryzen AI Max 390 — the Ryzen AI Max 390 supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w5-2545 supports up to 2048 of RAM compared to 128 — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 4-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 64 (Xeon w5-2545) vs 28 (Ryzen AI Max 390) — the Xeon w5-2545 offers 36 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w5-2545) and Strix Halo (Ryzen AI Max 390).
| Feature | Xeon w5-2545 | Ryzen AI Max 390 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | FP11 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800 | 8000+67% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048+1500% | 128 |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64+129% | 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 w5-2545) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen AI Max 390). The Ryzen AI Max 390 includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon 8050S), while the Xeon w5-2545 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Xeon w5-2545 rivals Threadripper 7960X; Ryzen AI Max 390 rivals Apple M4 Max.
| Feature | Xeon w5-2545 | Ryzen AI Max 390 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | None | AMD Radeon 8050S |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w5-2545 launched at $889 MSRP, while the Ryzen AI Max 390 debuted at $0. At current prices ($1100 vs $0), the Ryzen AI Max 390 is $1100 cheaper.
| Feature | Xeon w5-2545 | Ryzen AI Max 390 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $889 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1100 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 37.1 | — |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2025 |
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