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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.

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

2022

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +39.1% higher average FPS across 20 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $2,500 less on MSRP ($2,495 MSRP vs $4,995 MSRP).
✅Delivers 88.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 30.1 vs 15.9 PassMark/$ ($2,495 MSRP vs $4,995 MSRP).
✅45.5% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 88) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Lower Geekbench multi-core (29,745 vs 45,000).
❌Older platform position on sWRX8 with DDR4, while Xeon 6737P moves to LGA4710 and DDR5.
❌No AVX-512 support for niche heavy compute workloads where it can matter.

Xeon 6737P

2025

Why buy it

✅+51.3% higher Geekbench multi-core.
✅Draws 270W instead of 280W, a 10W reduction.
✅Newer platform on LGA4710 with DDR5 support instead of sWRX8 and DDR4.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX across 20 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 15.9 vs 30.1 PassMark/$ ($4,995 MSRP vs $2,495 MSRP).

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

2022

Xeon 6737P

2025

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +39.1% higher average FPS across 20 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $2,500 less on MSRP ($2,495 MSRP vs $4,995 MSRP).
✅Delivers 88.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 30.1 vs 15.9 PassMark/$ ($2,495 MSRP vs $4,995 MSRP).
✅45.5% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 88) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Why buy it

✅+51.3% higher Geekbench multi-core.
✅Draws 270W instead of 280W, a 10W reduction.
✅Newer platform on LGA4710 with DDR5 support instead of sWRX8 and DDR4.

Trade-offs

❌Lower Geekbench multi-core (29,745 vs 45,000).
❌Older platform position on sWRX8 with DDR4, while Xeon 6737P moves to LGA4710 and DDR5.
❌No AVX-512 support for niche heavy compute workloads where it can matter.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX across 20 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 15.9 vs 30.1 PassMark/$ ($4,995 MSRP vs $2,495 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is Xeon 6737P better than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX?

It depends on what matters more to you. For gaming, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX is ahead with a 39.1% average FPS lead across 20 shared CPU game tests in our data. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, Xeon 6737P pulls ahead with 51.3% better Geekbench multi-core.

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

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Xeon 6737P is the better fit. You are getting 51.3% better Geekbench multi-core, backed by 32 cores and 64 threads.

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

Xeon 6737P is still the faster CPU overall, but Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Xeon 6737P is 100.2% more expensive on MSRP at $4,995 MSRP versus $2,495 MSRP, and it gives you 51.3% better Geekbench multi-core. The trade-off is that Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX is still the better pure gaming CPU with a 39.1% average FPS lead across 20 shared CPU game tests in our data. Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX is also 88.5% better value on MSRP (30.1 vs 15.9 PassMark/$), 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 6737P is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2025 vs 2022), a healthier platform with LGA4710 and DDR5 instead of sWRX8, more multi-core headroom with 32 cores / 64 threads instead of 32/64, and AVX-512 support for heavier modern compute workloads. 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 5975WX Benchmark Check

Xeon 6737P Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX	Xeon 6737P
1080p
low	223 FPS	190 FPS
medium	184 FPS	166 FPS
high	156 FPS	132 FPS
ultra	114 FPS	106 FPS
1440p
low	194 FPS	156 FPS
medium	156 FPS	132 FPS
high	126 FPS	101 FPS
ultra	94 FPS	83 FPS
4K
low	94 FPS	71 FPS
medium	81 FPS	63 FPS
high	63 FPS	49 FPS
ultra	51 FPS	40 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX	Xeon 6737P
1080p
low	777 FPS	520 FPS
medium	660 FPS	460 FPS
high	516 FPS	376 FPS
ultra	447 FPS	309 FPS
1440p
low	631 FPS	425 FPS
medium	548 FPS	383 FPS
high	448 FPS	321 FPS
ultra	364 FPS	256 FPS
4K
low	369 FPS	262 FPS
medium	322 FPS	239 FPS
high	289 FPS	212 FPS
ultra	255 FPS	176 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX	Xeon 6737P
1080p
low	783 FPS	883 FPS
medium	661 FPS	813 FPS
high	604 FPS	768 FPS
ultra	528 FPS	677 FPS
1440p
low	597 FPS	756 FPS
medium	503 FPS	692 FPS
high	455 FPS	650 FPS
ultra	394 FPS	581 FPS
4K
low	436 FPS	510 FPS
medium	351 FPS	429 FPS
high	317 FPS	383 FPS
ultra	253 FPS	318 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX	Xeon 6737P
1080p
low	1212 FPS	985 FPS
medium	1015 FPS	886 FPS
high	924 FPS	766 FPS
ultra	818 FPS	665 FPS
1440p
low	949 FPS	806 FPS
medium	826 FPS	701 FPS
high	713 FPS	604 FPS
ultra	609 FPS	519 FPS
4K
low	673 FPS	582 FPS
medium	604 FPS	521 FPS
high	527 FPS	462 FPS
ultra	437 FPS	397 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX and Xeon 6737P

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2022-03-08. It is based on the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 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: 74,985 points. Launch price was $3,299.

Xeon 6737P

The Xeon 6737P 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 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 144 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 79,634 points. Launch price was $4,995.

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Processing Power

Both the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX and Xeon 6737P share an identical 32-core/64-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX versus 4 GHz on the Xeon 6737P — a 11.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX (base: 3.6 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX uses the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture (7 nm), while the Xeon 6737P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX scores 74,985 against the Xeon 6737P's 79,634 — a 6% lead for the Xeon 6737P. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,686 vs 2,000, a 17% lead for the Xeon 6737P that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 29,745 vs 45,000 (40.8% advantage for the Xeon 6737P). L3 cache: 128 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX vs 144 MB (total) on the Xeon 6737P.

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX	Xeon 6737P
Cores / Threads	32 / 64	32 / 64
Boost Clock	4.5 GHz+13%	4 GHz
Base Clock	3.6 GHz+24%	2.9 GHz
L3 Cache	128 MB	144 MB (total)+13%
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	2 MB (per core)+300%
Process	7 nm	Intel 3 nm-57%
Architecture	Chagall PRO (2022)	Granite Rapids (2024−2025)
PassMark	74,985	79,634+6%
Cinebench R23 Multi	53,977	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,686	2,000+19%
Geekbench 6 Multi	29,745	45,000+51%

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX uses the sWRX8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon 6737P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX versus DDR5-6400 on the Xeon 6737P — the Xeon 6737P supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon 6737P 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: 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX) vs 88 (Xeon 6737P) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX) and C741 (Xeon 6737P).

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX	Xeon 6737P
Socket	sWRX8	LGA4710
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200	DDR5-6400+25%
Max RAM Capacity	2048 GB	4096 GB+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 5975WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon 6737P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon 6737P). Primary use case: Xeon 6737P targets High Performance Server. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX rivals Xeon Gold 6338; Xeon 6737P rivals EPYC 9005.

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX	Xeon 6737P
Integrated GPU	No	No
IGPU Model	None	None
Unlocked	Yes	No
AVX-512	No	Yes
Virtualization	true	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	High Performance Server

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX launched at $2495 MSRP, while the Xeon 6737P debuted at $4995. On MSRP ($2495 vs $4995), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX is $2500 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX delivers 30.1 pts/$ vs 15.9 pts/$ for the Xeon 6737P — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX the 61.4% better value option.