Xeon w9-3575X vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX
Xeon w9-3575X
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Xeon w9-3575X
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Xeon w9-3575X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($675) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,782) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Storm Peak (2023) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Xeon w9-3575X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+313%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($675) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,782) |
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 w9-3575X and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX
Xeon w9-3575X
The Xeon w9-3575X 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 44 cores and 88 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 97.5 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 340 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 82,507 points. Launch price was $3,789.
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 19 October 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Storm Peak (2023) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 4.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: sTR5. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 82,268 points. Launch price was $2,649.
Processing Power
The Xeon w9-3575X packs 44 cores / 88 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the Xeon w9-3575X has 20 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w9-3575X versus 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX — a 9.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX (base: 2.2 GHz vs 4.2 GHz). The Xeon w9-3575X uses the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX uses Storm Peak (2023) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Xeon w9-3575X scores 82,507 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX's 82,268 — a 0.3% lead for the Xeon w9-3575X. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 60,000 vs 38,000 (44.9% advantage for the Xeon w9-3575X). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,300 vs 2,686, a 15.5% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 19,320 vs 23,294 (18.7% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX). L3 cache: 97.5 MB on the Xeon w9-3575X vs 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX.
| Feature | Xeon w9-3575X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 44 / 88+83% | 24 / 48 |
| Boost Clock | 4.8 GHz | 5.3 GHz+10% |
| Base Clock | 2.2 GHz | 4.2 GHz+91% |
| L3 Cache | 97.5 MB | 128 MB (total)+31% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core)+100% | 1 MB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm | 5 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) | Storm Peak (2023) |
| PassMark | 82,507 | 82,268 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 60,000+58% | 38,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,300 | 2,686+17% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 19,320 | 23,294+21% |
Memory & Platform
The Xeon w9-3575X uses the LGA4677 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX uses sTR5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-4800 memory speed. The Xeon w9-3575X 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 w9-3575X) vs 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: W790 (Xeon w9-3575X) and WRX90,TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX).
| Feature | Xeon w9-3575X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA4677 | sTR5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+25% | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-4800 | DDR5-5200 |
| 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 w9-3575X rivals Ryzen Threadripper 7970X.
| Feature | Xeon w9-3575X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | Yes | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | true |
Value Analysis
The Xeon w9-3575X launched at $3789 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX debuted at $2649. At current prices ($675 vs $2782), the Xeon w9-3575X is $2107 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Xeon w9-3575X delivers 122.2 pts/$ vs 29.6 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX — making the Xeon w9-3575X the 122.1% better value option.
| Feature | Xeon w9-3575X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3789 | $2649-30% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $675-76% | $2782 |
| Performance per Dollar | 122.2+313% | 29.6 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2023 |
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