Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX vs Xeon 6517P

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.

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX

2023

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +14.2% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅45.5% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 88) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 35.6 vs 40.8 PassMark/$ ($1,399 MSRP vs $1,195 MSRP).
❌84.2% higher power demand at 350W vs 190W.

Xeon 6517P

2025

Why buy it

✅Costs $204 less on MSRP ($1,195 MSRP vs $1,399 MSRP).
✅Delivers 14.8% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 40.8 vs 35.6 PassMark/$ ($1,195 MSRP vs $1,399 MSRP).
✅Draws 190W instead of 350W, a 160W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (48,810 vs 49,756).

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX

2023

Xeon 6517P

2025

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +14.2% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅45.5% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 88) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Why buy it

✅Costs $204 less on MSRP ($1,195 MSRP vs $1,399 MSRP).
✅Delivers 14.8% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 40.8 vs 35.6 PassMark/$ ($1,195 MSRP vs $1,399 MSRP).
✅Draws 190W instead of 350W, a 160W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 35.6 vs 40.8 PassMark/$ ($1,399 MSRP vs $1,195 MSRP).
❌84.2% higher power demand at 350W vs 190W.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (48,810 vs 49,756).

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX better than Xeon 6517P?

Yes. Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 14.2% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data and 1.9% better PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 14.2% more average FPS across 50 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 7945WX is the better fit. You are getting 1.9% better PassMark, backed by 12 cores and 24 threads.

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

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX is still the faster CPU overall, but Xeon 6517P makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX is 17.1% more expensive on MSRP at $1,399 MSRP versus $1,195 MSRP, and it gives you a 14.2% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. Xeon 6517P is also 14.8% better value on MSRP (40.8 vs 35.6 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper.

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

Xeon 6517P is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2025 vs 2023). That should give you a better long-term upgrade path for motherboard, RAM, and future CPU swaps.

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.

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX Benchmark Check

Xeon 6517P Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX	Xeon 6517P
1080p
low	278 FPS	192 FPS
medium	253 FPS	153 FPS
high	216 FPS	123 FPS
ultra	188 FPS	97 FPS
1440p
low	262 FPS	157 FPS
medium	214 FPS	122 FPS
high	169 FPS	95 FPS
ultra	152 FPS	76 FPS
4K
low	180 FPS	72 FPS
medium	147 FPS	60 FPS
high	111 FPS	47 FPS
ultra	98 FPS	38 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX	Xeon 6517P
1080p
low	782 FPS	559 FPS
medium	642 FPS	488 FPS
high	479 FPS	396 FPS
ultra	405 FPS	353 FPS
1440p
low	643 FPS	483 FPS
medium	549 FPS	426 FPS
high	423 FPS	357 FPS
ultra	330 FPS	299 FPS
4K
low	361 FPS	302 FPS
medium	312 FPS	270 FPS
high	274 FPS	244 FPS
ultra	231 FPS	220 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX	Xeon 6517P
1080p
low	886 FPS	1025 FPS
medium	704 FPS	986 FPS
high	622 FPS	910 FPS
ultra	534 FPS	824 FPS
1440p
low	712 FPS	859 FPS
medium	566 FPS	755 FPS
high	488 FPS	697 FPS
ultra	414 FPS	626 FPS
4K
low	507 FPS	541 FPS
medium	418 FPS	442 FPS
high	375 FPS	389 FPS
ultra	315 FPS	319 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX	Xeon 6517P
1080p
low	1106 FPS	1022 FPS
medium	991 FPS	916 FPS
high	867 FPS	782 FPS
ultra	781 FPS	672 FPS
1440p
low	860 FPS	788 FPS
medium	759 FPS	689 FPS
high	664 FPS	586 FPS
ultra	576 FPS	504 FPS
4K
low	632 FPS	563 FPS
medium	562 FPS	501 FPS
high	496 FPS	441 FPS
ultra	429 FPS	377 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX and Xeon 6517P

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX 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 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 4.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 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: 49,756 points. Launch price was $1,399.

Xeon 6517P

The Xeon 6517P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 72 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 190 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 48,810 points. Launch price was $1,195.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Xeon 6517P offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the Xeon 6517P has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX versus 4.2 GHz on the Xeon 6517P — a 23.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX (base: 4.7 GHz vs 3.2 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX uses the Storm Peak (2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon 6517P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX scores 49,756 against the Xeon 6517P's 48,810 — a 1.9% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX. L3 cache: 64 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX vs 72 MB (total) on the Xeon 6517P.

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX	Xeon 6517P
Cores / Threads	12 / 24	16 / 32+33%
Boost Clock	5.3 GHz+26%	4.2 GHz
Base Clock	4.7 GHz+47%	3.2 GHz
L3 Cache	64 MB (total)	72 MB (total)+13%
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)	2 MB (per core)+100%
Process	5 nm	Intel 3 nm-40%
Architecture	Storm Peak (2023)	Granite Rapids (2024−2025)
PassMark	49,756+2%	48,810

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX uses the sTR5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon 6517P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 5200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX versus 6400 on the Xeon 6517P — the Xeon 6517P supports 20.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon 6517P supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 2048 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX) vs 88 (Xeon 6517P) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WRX90,TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX) and Granite Rapids-SP (Xeon 6517P).

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX	Xeon 6517P
Socket	sTR5	LGA4710
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 5.0+25%
Max RAM Speed	5200	6400+23%
Max RAM Capacity	2048	4096+100%
RAM Channels	8	8
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	128+45%	88

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon 6517P). Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX rivals Xeon w5-3435X; Xeon 6517P rivals EPYC 9554.

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX	Xeon 6517P
Integrated GPU	No	No
IGPU Model	None	None
Unlocked	Yes	No
AVX-512	Yes	Yes
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, AMD-V	VT-x, VT-d

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX launched at $1399 MSRP, while the Xeon 6517P debuted at $1195. On MSRP ($1399 vs $1195), the Xeon 6517P is $204 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX delivers 35.6 pts/$ vs 40.8 pts/$ for the Xeon 6517P — making the Xeon 6517P the 13.8% better value option.