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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

EPYC 7573X

2022

Why buy it

✅+4.2% higher PassMark.
✅+500% larger total L3 cache (768 MB vs 128 MB).

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 12.4 vs 27.8 PassMark/$ ($5,590 MSRP vs $2,399 MSRP).

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX

2022

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +29.5% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $3,191 less on MSRP ($2,399 MSRP vs $5,590 MSRP).
✅Delivers 123.6% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 27.8 vs 12.4 PassMark/$ ($2,399 MSRP vs $5,590 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (66,614 vs 69,432).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (128 MB vs 768 MB).

EPYC 7573X

2022

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX

2022

Why buy it

✅+4.2% higher PassMark.
✅+500% larger total L3 cache (768 MB vs 128 MB).

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +29.5% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $3,191 less on MSRP ($2,399 MSRP vs $5,590 MSRP).
✅Delivers 123.6% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 27.8 vs 12.4 PassMark/$ ($2,399 MSRP vs $5,590 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 12.4 vs 27.8 PassMark/$ ($5,590 MSRP vs $2,399 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (66,614 vs 69,432).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (128 MB vs 768 MB).

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX better than EPYC 7573X?

It depends on what matters more to you. For gaming, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX is ahead with a 29.5% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, EPYC 7573X pulls ahead with 4.2% better PassMark. EPYC 7573X also has the bigger cache pool with 500% larger total L3 cache (768 MB vs 128 MB).

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, EPYC 7573X is the better fit. You are getting 4.2% better PassMark, backed by 32 cores and 64 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 500% larger total L3 cache (768 MB vs 128 MB).

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX is the smarter buy today. Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX is $3,191 cheaper on MSRP at $2,399 MSRP versus $5,590 MSRP, and it gives you a 29.5% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. The trade-off is that EPYC 7573X is still stronger for heavier multi-core work with 4.2% better PassMark. It is also 123.6% better value on MSRP (27.8 vs 12.4 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX is the safer long-term CPU choice because it gives you more overall headroom and a better platform outlook.

Games Benchmarks

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.

EPYC 7573X Benchmark Check

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	EPYC 7573X	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
1080p
low	205 FPS	224 FPS
medium	167 FPS	184 FPS
high	136 FPS	156 FPS
ultra	105 FPS	115 FPS
1440p
low	163 FPS	194 FPS
medium	127 FPS	156 FPS
high	100 FPS	126 FPS
ultra	79 FPS	94 FPS
4K
low	74 FPS	94 FPS
medium	61 FPS	81 FPS
high	48 FPS	63 FPS
ultra	40 FPS	51 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	EPYC 7573X	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
1080p
low	463 FPS	806 FPS
medium	407 FPS	684 FPS
high	329 FPS	535 FPS
ultra	259 FPS	464 FPS
1440p
low	381 FPS	655 FPS
medium	343 FPS	569 FPS
high	286 FPS	465 FPS
ultra	218 FPS	378 FPS
4K
low	234 FPS	383 FPS
medium	215 FPS	335 FPS
high	180 FPS	300 FPS
ultra	144 FPS	265 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	EPYC 7573X	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
1080p
low	865 FPS	812 FPS
medium	717 FPS	680 FPS
high	668 FPS	620 FPS
ultra	590 FPS	540 FPS
1440p
low	622 FPS	622 FPS
medium	514 FPS	521 FPS
high	472 FPS	470 FPS
ultra	412 FPS	405 FPS
4K
low	444 FPS	451 FPS
medium	345 FPS	360 FPS
high	308 FPS	326 FPS
ultra	249 FPS	259 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	EPYC 7573X	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
1080p
low	992 FPS	1215 FPS
medium	900 FPS	1015 FPS
high	775 FPS	926 FPS
ultra	671 FPS	820 FPS
1440p
low	767 FPS	951 FPS
medium	668 FPS	828 FPS
high	572 FPS	715 FPS
ultra	492 FPS	611 FPS
4K
low	550 FPS	674 FPS
medium	490 FPS	605 FPS
high	430 FPS	529 FPS
ultra	372 FPS	437 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 7573X and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX

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.

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2022-03-08. It is based on the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: sWRX8. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 66,614 points. Launch price was $2,399.

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Processing Power

The EPYC 7573X packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX offers 24 cores / 48 threads — the EPYC 7573X has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the EPYC 7573X versus 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX — a 22.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX (base: 2.8 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The EPYC 7573X uses the Milan-X (2022) architecture (7 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX uses Chagall PRO (2022) (7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7573X scores 69,432 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX's 66,614 — a 4.1% lead for the EPYC 7573X. L3 cache: 768 MB (total) on the EPYC 7573X vs 128 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX.

Feature	EPYC 7573X	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
Cores / Threads	32 / 64+33%	24 / 48
Boost Clock	3.6 GHz	4.5 GHz+25%
Base Clock	2.8 GHz	3.8 GHz+36%
L3 Cache	768 MB (total)+500%	128 MB
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	512K (per core)
Process	7 nm	7 nm
Architecture	Milan-X (2022)	Chagall PRO (2022)
PassMark	69,432+4%	66,614
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	45,000
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,550
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	15,500

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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 7573X uses the SP3 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX uses sWRX8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 7573X versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX — the EPYC 7573X supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7573X supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7573X) and WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX).

Feature	EPYC 7573X	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
Socket	SP3	sWRX8
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	3200+79900%	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	4096	2048 GB+52428700%
RAM Channels	8	8
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	128	128

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7573X) vs AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX). Primary use case: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX targets Professional Workstation. Direct competitor: EPYC 7573X rivals Xeon Platinum 8280; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX rivals Xeon Gold 6430.

Feature	EPYC 7573X	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX
Integrated GPU	No	No
IGPU Model	None	None
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	AMD-V
Target Use	—	Professional Workstation

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Value Analysis

The EPYC 7573X launched at $5590 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX debuted at $2399. On MSRP ($5590 vs $2399), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX is $3191 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 7573X delivers 12.4 pts/$ vs 27.8 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX the 76.4% better value option.