Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX vs Xeon 6737P

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 7965WX

2023

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +28.9% higher average FPS across 47 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $2,346 less on MSRP ($2,649 MSRP vs $4,995 MSRP).
✅Delivers 94.8% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 31.1 vs 15.9 PassMark/$ ($2,649 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 (23,294 vs 45,000).
❌29.6% higher power demand at 350W vs 270W.

Xeon 6737P

2025

Why buy it

✅+93.2% higher Geekbench multi-core.
✅Draws 270W instead of 350W, a 80W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX across 47 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 15.9 vs 31.1 PassMark/$ ($4,995 MSRP vs $2,649 MSRP).

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX

2023

Xeon 6737P

2025

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +28.9% higher average FPS across 47 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $2,346 less on MSRP ($2,649 MSRP vs $4,995 MSRP).
✅Delivers 94.8% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 31.1 vs 15.9 PassMark/$ ($2,649 MSRP vs $4,995 MSRP).
✅45.5% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 88) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Why buy it

✅+93.2% higher Geekbench multi-core.
✅Draws 270W instead of 350W, a 80W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower Geekbench multi-core (23,294 vs 45,000).
❌29.6% higher power demand at 350W vs 270W.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX across 47 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 15.9 vs 31.1 PassMark/$ ($4,995 MSRP vs $2,649 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is Xeon 6737P better than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX?

It depends on what matters more to you. For gaming, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX is ahead with a 28.9% average FPS lead across 47 shared CPU game tests in our data. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, Xeon 6737P pulls ahead with 93.2% 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 93.2% 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 7965WX makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Xeon 6737P is 88.6% more expensive on MSRP at $4,995 MSRP versus $2,649 MSRP, and it gives you 93.2% better Geekbench multi-core. The trade-off is that Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX is still the better pure gaming CPU with a 28.9% average FPS lead across 47 shared CPU game tests in our data. Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX is also 94.8% better value on MSRP (31.1 vs 15.9 PassMark/$), 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 2023) and more multi-core headroom with 32 cores / 64 threads instead of 24/48. 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 7965WX Benchmark Check

Xeon 6737P Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX	Xeon 6737P
1080p
low	314 FPS	190 FPS
medium	290 FPS	166 FPS
high	241 FPS	132 FPS
ultra	203 FPS	106 FPS
1440p
low	278 FPS	156 FPS
medium	231 FPS	132 FPS
high	179 FPS	101 FPS
ultra	158 FPS	83 FPS
4K
low	191 FPS	71 FPS
medium	158 FPS	63 FPS
high	121 FPS	49 FPS
ultra	107 FPS	40 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX	Xeon 6737P
1080p
low	816 FPS	520 FPS
medium	695 FPS	460 FPS
high	541 FPS	376 FPS
ultra	469 FPS	309 FPS
1440p
low	668 FPS	425 FPS
medium	593 FPS	383 FPS
high	476 FPS	321 FPS
ultra	386 FPS	256 FPS
4K
low	373 FPS	262 FPS
medium	336 FPS	239 FPS
high	307 FPS	212 FPS
ultra	269 FPS	176 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX	Xeon 6737P
1080p
low	893 FPS	883 FPS
medium	724 FPS	813 FPS
high	650 FPS	768 FPS
ultra	553 FPS	677 FPS
1440p
low	716 FPS	756 FPS
medium	581 FPS	692 FPS
high	509 FPS	650 FPS
ultra	428 FPS	581 FPS
4K
low	509 FPS	510 FPS
medium	420 FPS	429 FPS
high	376 FPS	383 FPS
ultra	312 FPS	318 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX	Xeon 6737P
1080p
low	1116 FPS	985 FPS
medium	1002 FPS	886 FPS
high	879 FPS	766 FPS
ultra	792 FPS	665 FPS
1440p
low	873 FPS	806 FPS
medium	769 FPS	701 FPS
high	675 FPS	604 FPS
ultra	588 FPS	519 FPS
4K
low	637 FPS	582 FPS
medium	568 FPS	521 FPS
high	505 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 7965WX and Xeon 6737P

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.

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

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the Xeon 6737P offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Xeon 6737P has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX versus 4 GHz on the Xeon 6737P — a 28% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX (base: 4.2 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX uses the Storm Peak (2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon 6737P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX scores 82,268 against the Xeon 6737P's 79,634 — a 3.3% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,686 vs 2,000, a 29.3% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 23,294 vs 45,000 (63.6% advantage for the Xeon 6737P). L3 cache: 128 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX vs 144 MB (total) on the Xeon 6737P.

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX	Xeon 6737P
Cores / Threads	24 / 48	32 / 64+33%
Boost Clock	5.3 GHz+32%	4 GHz
Base Clock	4.2 GHz+45%	2.9 GHz
L3 Cache	128 MB (total)	144 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	82,268+3%	79,634
Cinebench R23 Multi	38,000	—
Geekbench 6 Single	2,686+34%	2,000
Geekbench 6 Multi	23,294	45,000+93%

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX uses the sTR5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon 6737P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5200 memory speed. 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 7965WX) vs 88 (Xeon 6737P) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WRX90,TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX) and C741 (Xeon 6737P).

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX	Xeon 6737P
Socket	sTR5	LGA4710
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5200	DDR5-6400
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 7965WX 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: true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon 6737P). Primary use case: Xeon 6737P targets High Performance Server. Direct competitor: Xeon 6737P rivals EPYC 9005.

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX	Xeon 6737P
Integrated GPU	No	No
IGPU Model	—	None
Unlocked	Yes	No
AVX-512	Yes	Yes
Virtualization	true	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	High Performance Server

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX launched at $2649 MSRP, while the Xeon 6737P debuted at $4995. On MSRP ($2649 vs $4995), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX is $2346 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX delivers 31.1 pts/$ vs 15.9 pts/$ for the Xeon 6737P — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX the 64.3% better value option.