Xeon w5-2555X vs EPYC 9224
Xeon w5-2555X
EPYC 9224
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-2555X
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9224
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w5-2555X | EPYC 9224 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,145) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,199) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Legacy / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w5-2555X | EPYC 9224 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+3%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,145) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,199) |
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 w5-2555X and EPYC 9224
Xeon w5-2555X
The Xeon w5-2555X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It features 14 cores and 28 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 33.75 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 252 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 47,638 points. Launch price was $800.
EPYC 9224
The EPYC 9224 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 November 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 48,573 points. Launch price was $1,825.
Processing Power
The Xeon w5-2555X packs 14 cores / 28 threads, while the EPYC 9224 offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the EPYC 9224 has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w5-2555X versus 3.7 GHz on the EPYC 9224 — a 25.9% clock advantage for the Xeon w5-2555X (base: 3.3 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The EPYC 9224 is built on the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon w5-2555X scores 47,638 against the EPYC 9224's 48,573 — a 1.9% lead for the EPYC 9224. L3 cache: 33.75 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon w5-2555X vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 9224.
| Feature | Xeon w5-2555X | EPYC 9224 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 14 / 28 | 24 / 48+71% |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz+30% | 3.7 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+32% | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 33.75 MB Intel® Smart Cache | 64 MB (total)+90% |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 5 nm, 6 nm-29% |
| Architecture | — | Genoa (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 47,638 | 48,573+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w5-2555X uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 9224 uses SP5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to 4800 memory speed. The EPYC 9224 supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 4096 — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon w5-2555X) vs 12 (EPYC 9224). PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w5-2555X) vs 128 (EPYC 9224) — the EPYC 9224 offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w5-2555X) and SP5 (EPYC 9224).
| Feature | Xeon w5-2555X | EPYC 9224 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | SP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800 | 4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 6144+50% |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 12+50% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 112 | 128+14% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w5-2555X 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 w5-2555X) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (EPYC 9224). Direct competitor: Xeon w5-2555X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX; EPYC 9224 rivals Xeon Platinum 8468X.
| Feature | Xeon w5-2555X | EPYC 9224 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w5-2555X launched at $1069 MSRP, while the EPYC 9224 debuted at $1825. At current prices ($1145 vs $1199), the Xeon w5-2555X is $54 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w5-2555X delivers 41.6 pts/$ vs 40.5 pts/$ for the EPYC 9224 — making the Xeon w5-2555X the 2.7% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w5-2555X | EPYC 9224 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1069-41% | $1825 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1145-5% | $1199 |
| Performance per Dollar | 41.6+3% | 40.5 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2022 |
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