Xeon w5-2565X vs Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395

Xeon w5-2565X

18 Cores36 Thrd240 WWMax: 4.8 GHz2024

Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395

16 Cores32 Thrd55 WWMax: 5.1 GHz2025

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Xeon w5-2565X

18 / 36

52,378

+1.4%

Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395

16 / 32

51,646

0.0%

Ryzen 7 7840HS

Ryzen AI 9 HX 375

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX

Ryzen 9 5950X

Ryzen 9 9950X

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen Threadripper 9960X

Ryzen Threadripper 9970X

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. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Xeon w5-2565X

#253

Xeon W-2150B

MSRP: $499|Avg: $400

109%

#255

Xeon 6517P

MSRP: $1195|Avg: $1195

108%

#257

Xeon W-1290

MSRP: $498|Avg: $300

107%

#258

EPYC 9124

MSRP: $1083|Avg: $1083

107%

#260

EPYC 4584PX

MSRP: $1517|Avg: $1517

105%

#261

Xeon w3-2435

MSRP: $669|Avg: $790

105%

#263

Xeon 6710E

MSRP: $1565|Avg: $344

104%

#264

Ryzen 7 PRO 1700X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $180

103%

#266

EPYC 7C13

MSRP: $2000|Avg: $2000

101%

#267

Xeon Gold 6336Y

MSRP: $3245|Avg: N/A

101%

#268

Xeon w5-2565X

MSRP: $1389|Avg: $1389

100%

#269

Xeon Silver 4416+

MSRP: $1186|Avg: $1176

99%

#270

Xeon E-2176G

MSRP: $367|Avg: $405

98%

#271

EPYC 7401

MSRP: $1500|Avg: $450

98%

#274

EPYC 7313

MSRP: $1083|Avg: $764

95%

#275

Xeon w5-2455X

MSRP: $1039|Avg: $1049

95%

#276

Xeon w3-2425

MSRP: $529|Avg: $529

94%

#278

Xeon Gold 5416S

MSRP: $1445|Avg: N/A

93%

#279

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX

MSRP: $1149|Avg: $1130

92%

#281

EPYC 7402P

MSRP: $1280|Avg: $1090

91%

#282

Xeon w5-3525

MSRP: $1339|Avg: $1392

90%

#283

Xeon W-1290T

MSRP: $546|Avg: $494

89%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Use Case Distinction: This is a comparison between a Professional Workstation processor ($1,389) and a Consumer Desktop CPU. The Xeon w5-2565X is engineered for massive parallel workloads (rendering, scientific simulations), offering significantly higher core counts.

Insight	Xeon w5-2565X	Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($1,389)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm)	✨ Modern (Strix Halo (2025) / 4 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 ($0), however, is optimized for mixed workloads and gaming. For most users, it offers superior single-thread performance and responsiveness at a fraction of the cost ($1,389 less, 100% cheaper), making it the better choice for daily use and gaming.

Insight	Xeon w5-2565X	Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($1,389)	✅ More affordable ($0)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Xeon w5-2565X Benchmark Check

Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Xeon w5-2565X and Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395

Xeon w5-2565X

The Xeon w5-2565X 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 18 cores and 36 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 37.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 240 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 52,378 points. Launch price was $1,339.

Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395

The Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2025-01-01. It is based on the Strix Halo (2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 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: 51,646 points. Launch price was $500.

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Processing Power

The Xeon w5-2565X packs 18 cores / 36 threads, while the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon w5-2565X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w5-2565X versus 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 — a 6.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Xeon w5-2565X uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 uses Strix Halo (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w5-2565X scores 52,378 against the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395's 51,646 — a 1.4% lead for the Xeon w5-2565X. L3 cache: 37.5 MB on the Xeon w5-2565X vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395.

Feature	Xeon w5-2565X	Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395
Cores / Threads	18 / 36+13%	16 / 32
Boost Clock	4.8 GHz	5.1 GHz+6%
Base Clock	3.2 GHz+7%	3 GHz
L3 Cache	37.5 MB	64 MB (total)+71%
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	52,378+1%	51,646

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Memory & Platform

The Xeon w5-2565X uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 uses FP11 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the Xeon w5-2565X versus 8000 on the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 — the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 supports 50% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon w5-2565X supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 128 — 187.9% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Xeon w5-2565X) vs 4 (Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395). PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w5-2565X) vs 16 (Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395) — the Xeon w5-2565X offers 96 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w5-2565X) and FP11 (Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395).

Feature	Xeon w5-2565X	Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395
Socket	LGA4677	FP11
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	4800	8000+67%
Max RAM Capacity	4096+3100%	128
RAM Channels	8+100%	4
ECC Support	✅	✅
PCIe Lanes	112+600%	16

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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 w5-2565X) vs VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395). The Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 includes integrated graphics (AMD Radeon 8060S), while the Xeon w5-2565X requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Xeon w5-2565X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX; Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 rivals Core Ultra 7 255HX.

Feature	Xeon w5-2565X	Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395
Integrated GPU	No	Yes
IGPU Model	None	AMD Radeon 8060S
Unlocked	Yes	Yes
AVX-512	Yes	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V

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Value Analysis

The Xeon w5-2565X launched at $1389 MSRP, while the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 debuted at $0. At current prices ($1389 vs $0), the Ryzen AI Max+ PRO 395 is $1389 cheaper.