Xeon w7-3555 vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
Xeon w7-3555
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-3555
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w7-3555 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,199) | ✅ More affordable ($450) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Shimada Peak (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w7-3555 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+387%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,199) | ✅ More affordable ($450) |
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 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
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.
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 23 July 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Shimada Peak (2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 4.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: sTR5. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 67,561 points. Launch price was $1,649.
Processing Power
The Xeon w7-3555 packs 28 cores / 56 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon w7-3555 has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-3555 versus 5.4 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX — a 11.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX (base: 2.7 GHz vs 4.5 GHz). The Xeon w7-3555 uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX uses Shimada Peak (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w7-3555 scores 67,754 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX's 67,561 — a 0.3% lead for the Xeon w7-3555. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,300 vs 3,016, a 26.9% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 17,120 vs 23,596 (31.8% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX). L3 cache: 75 MB on the Xeon w7-3555 vs 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3555 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 28 / 56+75% | 16 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz | 5.4 GHz+13% |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 4.5 GHz+67% |
| L3 Cache | 75 MB+17% | 64 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 4 nm-43% |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Shimada Peak (2025) |
| PassMark | 67,754 | 67,561 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 40,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,300 | 3,016+31% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 17,120 | 23,596+38% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w7-3555 uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX uses sTR5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-4800 memory speed. The Xeon w7-3555 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 112 (Xeon w7-3555) vs 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w7-3555) and WRX90 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX).
| Feature | Xeon w7-3555 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | sTR5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | DDR5-6400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 4096 GB+100% | 2048 GB |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 112 | 128+14% |
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 true virtualization. Direct competitor: Xeon w7-3555 rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX rivals Xeon w7-3555.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3555 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | true |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w7-3555 launched at $2749 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX debuted at $429. At current prices ($2199 vs $450), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX is $1749 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w7-3555 delivers 30.8 pts/$ vs 150.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX the 131.9% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w7-3555 | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $2749 | $429-84% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2199 | $450-80% |
| Performance per Dollar | 30.8 | 150.1+387% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2025 |
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