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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 9454P

2022

Why buy it

✅Costs $1,901 less on MSRP ($4,598 MSRP vs $6,499 MSRP).
✅Delivers 41.3% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 20.6 vs 14.6 PassMark/$ ($4,598 MSRP vs $6,499 MSRP).
✅Newer platform on SP5 with DDR5 support instead of sWRX8 and DDR4.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Geekbench multi-core (18,576 vs 20,000).

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX

2022

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +33.3% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 280W instead of 290W, a 10W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 14.6 vs 20.6 PassMark/$ ($6,499 MSRP vs $4,598 MSRP).
❌Older platform position on sWRX8 with DDR4, while EPYC 9454P moves to SP5 and DDR5.

EPYC 9454P

2022

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX

2022

Why buy it

✅Costs $1,901 less on MSRP ($4,598 MSRP vs $6,499 MSRP).
✅Delivers 41.3% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 20.6 vs 14.6 PassMark/$ ($4,598 MSRP vs $6,499 MSRP).
✅Newer platform on SP5 with DDR5 support instead of sWRX8 and DDR4.

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +33.3% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 280W instead of 290W, a 10W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Geekbench multi-core (18,576 vs 20,000).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 14.6 vs 20.6 PassMark/$ ($6,499 MSRP vs $4,598 MSRP).
❌Older platform position on sWRX8 with DDR4, while EPYC 9454P moves to SP5 and DDR5.

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX better than EPYC 9454P?

Yes. Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 33.3% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data, 7.7% better Geekbench multi-core, and 0.1% higher PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 33.3% more average FPS across 4 shared CPU game tests.

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

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX is the better fit. You are getting 7.7% better Geekbench multi-core, backed by 64 cores and 128 threads.

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

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX is still the faster CPU overall, but EPYC 9454P makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX is 41.3% more expensive on MSRP at $6,499 MSRP versus $4,598 MSRP, and it gives you a 33.3% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. EPYC 9454P is also 41.3% better value on MSRP (20.6 vs 14.6 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper.

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

EPYC 9454P is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a healthier platform with SP5 and DDR5 instead of sWRX8. That extra cache should hold up really well in CPU-limited games and high-refresh builds.

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 9454P Benchmark Check

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	EPYC 9454P	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
1080p
low	171 FPS	205 FPS
medium	142 FPS	169 FPS
high	122 FPS	136 FPS
ultra	96 FPS	109 FPS
1440p
low	149 FPS	166 FPS
medium	120 FPS	131 FPS
high	97 FPS	104 FPS
ultra	77 FPS	86 FPS
4K
low	70 FPS	90 FPS
medium	60 FPS	77 FPS
high	47 FPS	60 FPS
ultra	39 FPS	49 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	EPYC 9454P	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
1080p
low	533 FPS	760 FPS
medium	465 FPS	648 FPS
high	373 FPS	510 FPS
ultra	303 FPS	442 FPS
1440p
low	438 FPS	619 FPS
medium	392 FPS	540 FPS
high	323 FPS	444 FPS
ultra	255 FPS	361 FPS
4K
low	270 FPS	362 FPS
medium	246 FPS	318 FPS
high	216 FPS	286 FPS
ultra	179 FPS	253 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	EPYC 9454P	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
1080p
low	672 FPS	920 FPS
medium	561 FPS	775 FPS
high	522 FPS	712 FPS
ultra	455 FPS	631 FPS
1440p
low	511 FPS	666 FPS
medium	426 FPS	560 FPS
high	390 FPS	509 FPS
ultra	337 FPS	446 FPS
4K
low	377 FPS	475 FPS
medium	294 FPS	382 FPS
high	263 FPS	347 FPS
ultra	211 FPS	279 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	EPYC 9454P	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
1080p
low	902 FPS	1160 FPS
medium	822 FPS	1015 FPS
high	708 FPS	894 FPS
ultra	625 FPS	790 FPS
1440p
low	724 FPS	933 FPS
medium	631 FPS	809 FPS
high	540 FPS	709 FPS
ultra	462 FPS	613 FPS
4K
low	519 FPS	661 FPS
medium	464 FPS	588 FPS
high	407 FPS	522 FPS
ultra	350 FPS	437 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 9454P and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX

EPYC 9454P

The EPYC 9454P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 November 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture. It features 48 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.75 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 290 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 94,686 points. Launch price was $4,598.

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2022-03-08. It is based on the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture. It features 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 256 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: 94,737 points. Launch price was $6,499.

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Processing Power

The EPYC 9454P packs 48 cores / 96 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX offers 64 cores / 128 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX has 16 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the EPYC 9454P versus 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX — a 16.9% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX (base: 2.75 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The EPYC 9454P uses the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX uses Chagall PRO (2022) (7 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9454P scores 94,686 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX's 94,737 — a 0.1% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,923 vs 1,500, a 24.7% lead for the EPYC 9454P that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 18,576 vs 20,000 (7.4% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX). L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 9454P vs 256 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX.

Feature	EPYC 9454P	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
Cores / Threads	48 / 96	64 / 128+33%
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz	4.5 GHz+18%
Base Clock	2.75 GHz+2%	2.7 GHz
L3 Cache	256 MB (total)	256 MB
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)+100%	512K (per core)
Process	5 nm, 6 nm-29%	7 nm
Architecture	Genoa (2022−2023)	Chagall PRO (2022)
PassMark	94,686	94,737
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	66,403
Geekbench 6 Single	1,923+28%	1,500
Geekbench 6 Multi	18,576	20,000+8%

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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 9454P uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX uses sWRX8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-4800 on the EPYC 9454P versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX — the EPYC 9454P supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 6 TB — 198.8% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9454P) vs 8 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9454P) and WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX).

Feature	EPYC 9454P	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
Socket	SP5	sWRX8
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-4800+25%	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	6 TB+200%	2048 GB
RAM Channels	12+50%	8
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	128	128

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Advanced Features

Virtualization support: AMD-V, SEV-SNP (EPYC 9454P) vs true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX). Primary use case: EPYC 9454P targets Data Center / Single Socket, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX targets Professional Workstation. Direct competitor: EPYC 9454P rivals Xeon 8468; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX rivals Xeon w9-3495X.

Feature	EPYC 9454P	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX
Integrated GPU	No	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	AMD-V, SEV-SNP	true
Target Use	Data Center / Single Socket	Professional Workstation

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Value Analysis

The EPYC 9454P launched at $4598 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX debuted at $6499. On MSRP ($4598 vs $6499), the EPYC 9454P is $1901 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9454P delivers 20.6 pts/$ vs 14.6 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX — making the EPYC 9454P the 34.2% better value option.