Xeon w7-3555 vs EPYC 7573X
Xeon w7-3555
EPYC 7573X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-3555
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7573X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w7-3555 | EPYC 7573X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($2,199) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,580) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Milan-X (2022) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w7-3555 | EPYC 7573X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+59%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($2,199) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,580) |
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 w7-3555 and EPYC 7573X
Xeon w7-3555
The Xeon w7-3555 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 28 cores and 56 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 75 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 325 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 67,754 points. Launch price was $2,339.
EPYC 7573X
The EPYC 7573X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2022-03-01. It is based on the Milan-X (2022) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 768 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 69,432 points. Launch price was $5,590.
Processing Power
The Xeon w7-3555 packs 28 cores / 56 threads, while the EPYC 7573X offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the EPYC 7573X has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-3555 versus 3.6 GHz on the EPYC 7573X — a 28.6% clock advantage for the Xeon w7-3555 (base: 2.7 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Xeon w7-3555 uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the EPYC 7573X uses Milan-X (2022) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w7-3555 scores 67,754 against the EPYC 7573X's 69,432 — a 2.4% lead for the EPYC 7573X. L3 cache: 75 MB on the Xeon w7-3555 vs 768 MB (total) on the EPYC 7573X.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3555 | EPYC 7573X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 28 / 56 | 32 / 64+14% |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz+33% | 3.6 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 2.8 GHz+4% |
| L3 Cache | 75 MB | 768 MB (total)+924% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+300% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Milan-X (2022) |
| PassMark | 67,754 | 69,432+2% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,300 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 17,120 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w7-3555 uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 7573X uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the Xeon w7-3555 versus 3200 on the EPYC 7573X — the EPYC 7573X supports 199.4% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 4096 GB of RAM. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w7-3555) vs 128 (EPYC 7573X) — the EPYC 7573X offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w7-3555) and SP3 (EPYC 7573X).
| Feature | Xeon w7-3555 | EPYC 7573X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | SP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | 3200+63900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+104857500% | 4096 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 112 | 128+14% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w7-3555 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon w7-3555 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (Xeon w7-3555) vs VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7573X). Direct competitor: Xeon w7-3555 rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX; EPYC 7573X rivals Xeon Platinum 8280.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3555 | EPYC 7573X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w7-3555 launched at $2749 MSRP, while the EPYC 7573X debuted at $5590. At current prices ($2199 vs $3580), the Xeon w7-3555 is $1381 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w7-3555 delivers 30.8 pts/$ vs 19.4 pts/$ for the EPYC 7573X — making the Xeon w7-3555 the 45.5% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3555 | EPYC 7573X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2749-51% | $5590 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2199-39% | $3580 |
| Performance per Dollar | 30.8+59% | 19.4 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2022 |
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