Xeon w5-2555X vs Xeon W-3175X
Xeon w5-2555X
Xeon W-3175X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-2555X
Performance Per Dollar Xeon W-3175X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w5-2555X | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($1,145) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,999) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Legacy / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Skylake (server) (2017−2018) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w5-2555X | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+171%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($1,145) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,999) |
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 Xeon W-3175X
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.
Xeon W-3175X
The Xeon W-3175X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 December 2018 (6 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. It features 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 38.5 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA3647. Thermal design power (TDP): 255 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 46,125 points. Launch price was $2,999.
Processing Power
The Xeon w5-2555X packs 14 cores / 28 threads, while the Xeon W-3175X offers 28 cores / 56 threads — the Xeon W-3175X has 14 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w5-2555X versus 3.8 GHz on the Xeon W-3175X — a 23.3% clock advantage for the Xeon w5-2555X (base: 3.3 GHz vs 3.1 GHz). The Xeon W-3175X is built on the Skylake (server) (2017−2018) architecture. In PassMark, the Xeon w5-2555X scores 47,638 against the Xeon W-3175X's 46,125 — a 3.2% lead for the Xeon w5-2555X. L3 cache: 33.75 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the Xeon w5-2555X vs 38.5 MB (total) on the Xeon W-3175X.
| Feature | Xeon w5-2555X | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 14 / 28 | 28 / 56+100% |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz+26% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz+6% | 3.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 33.75 MB Intel® Smart Cache | 38.5 MB (total)+14% |
| L2 Cache | — | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-50% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | — | Skylake (server) (2017−2018) |
| PassMark | 47,638+3% | 46,125 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 31,350 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 1,467 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 17,358 |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w5-2555X uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon W-3175X uses LGA3647 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the Xeon w5-2555X versus DDR4-2666 on the Xeon W-3175X — the Xeon w5-2555X supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w5-2555X supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 512 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon w5-2555X) vs 6 (Xeon W-3175X). PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w5-2555X) vs 48 (Xeon W-3175X) — the Xeon w5-2555X offers 64 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w5-2555X) and Intel C621 (Xeon W-3175X).
| Feature | Xeon w5-2555X | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | LGA3647 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 4800+119900% | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 | 512 GB+13107100% |
| RAM Channels | 8+33% | 6 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 112+133% | 48 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Direct competitor: Xeon w5-2555X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX.
| Feature | Xeon w5-2555X | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w5-2555X launched at $1069 MSRP, while the Xeon W-3175X debuted at $2999. At current prices ($1145 vs $2999), the Xeon w5-2555X is $1854 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w5-2555X delivers 41.6 pts/$ vs 15.4 pts/$ for the Xeon W-3175X — making the Xeon w5-2555X the 92% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w5-2555X | Xeon W-3175X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1069-64% | $2999 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $1145-62% | $2999 |
| Performance per Dollar | 41.6+170% | 15.4 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2018 |
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