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 5975WX

2022

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +16.4% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+33.3% larger total L3 cache (128 MB vs 96 MB).
✅Costs $2,770 less on MSRP ($2,495 MSRP vs $5,265 MSRP).
✅Delivers 107.7% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 30.1 vs 14.5 PassMark/$ ($2,495 MSRP vs $5,265 MSRP).
✅60% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 80) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (74,985 vs 76,167).
❌Older platform position on sWRX8 with DDR4, while Xeon 6740E moves to LGA4710 and DDR5.
❌No AVX-512 support for niche heavy compute workloads where it can matter.

Xeon 6740E

2024

Why buy it

✅+1.6% higher PassMark.
✅Draws 250W instead of 280W, a 30W 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 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Smaller total L3 cache (96 MB vs 128 MB).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 14.5 vs 30.1 PassMark/$ ($5,265 MSRP vs $2,495 MSRP).

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX

2022

Xeon 6740E

2024

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +16.4% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅+33.3% larger total L3 cache (128 MB vs 96 MB).
✅Costs $2,770 less on MSRP ($2,495 MSRP vs $5,265 MSRP).
✅Delivers 107.7% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 30.1 vs 14.5 PassMark/$ ($2,495 MSRP vs $5,265 MSRP).
✅60% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 80) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Why buy it

✅+1.6% higher PassMark.
✅Draws 250W instead of 280W, a 30W reduction.
✅Newer platform on LGA4710 with DDR5 support instead of sWRX8 and DDR4.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (74,985 vs 76,167).
❌Older platform position on sWRX8 with DDR4, while Xeon 6740E 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 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Smaller total L3 cache (96 MB vs 128 MB).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 14.5 vs 30.1 PassMark/$ ($5,265 MSRP vs $2,495 MSRP).

Quick Answers

So, is Xeon 6740E better than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX?

It depends on what matters more to you. For gaming, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX is ahead with a 16.4% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, Xeon 6740E pulls ahead with 1.6% better PassMark. Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX also has the bigger cache pool with 33.3% larger total L3 cache (128 MB vs 96 MB).

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

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Xeon 6740E is the better fit. You are getting 1.6% better PassMark, backed by 96 cores and 96 threads.

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

Xeon 6740E is still the faster CPU overall, but Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Xeon 6740E is 111.0% more expensive on MSRP at $5,265 MSRP versus $2,495 MSRP, and it gives you 1.6% better PassMark. The trade-off is that Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX is still the better pure gaming CPU with a 16.4% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX is also 107.7% better value on MSRP (30.1 vs 14.5 PassMark/$), 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 6740E is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2024 vs 2022), a healthier platform with LGA4710 and DDR5 instead of sWRX8, more multi-core headroom with 96 cores / 96 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 6740E Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX	Xeon 6740E
1080p
low	223 FPS	189 FPS
medium	184 FPS	152 FPS
high	156 FPS	121 FPS
ultra	114 FPS	95 FPS
1440p
low	194 FPS	153 FPS
medium	156 FPS	119 FPS
high	126 FPS	91 FPS
ultra	94 FPS	73 FPS
4K
low	94 FPS	71 FPS
medium	81 FPS	59 FPS
high	63 FPS	46 FPS
ultra	51 FPS	38 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX	Xeon 6740E
1080p
low	777 FPS	437 FPS
medium	660 FPS	378 FPS
high	516 FPS	306 FPS
ultra	447 FPS	241 FPS
1440p
low	631 FPS	359 FPS
medium	548 FPS	319 FPS
high	448 FPS	266 FPS
ultra	364 FPS	203 FPS
4K
low	369 FPS	222 FPS
medium	322 FPS	201 FPS
high	289 FPS	168 FPS
ultra	255 FPS	135 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX	Xeon 6740E
1080p
low	783 FPS	934 FPS
medium	661 FPS	831 FPS
high	604 FPS	779 FPS
ultra	528 FPS	693 FPS
1440p
low	597 FPS	746 FPS
medium	503 FPS	655 FPS
high	455 FPS	614 FPS
ultra	394 FPS	546 FPS
4K
low	436 FPS	479 FPS
medium	351 FPS	378 FPS
high	317 FPS	334 FPS
ultra	253 FPS	272 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX	Xeon 6740E
1080p
low	1212 FPS	918 FPS
medium	1015 FPS	830 FPS
high	924 FPS	715 FPS
ultra	818 FPS	610 FPS
1440p
low	949 FPS	710 FPS
medium	826 FPS	620 FPS
high	713 FPS	530 FPS
ultra	609 FPS	450 FPS
4K
low	673 FPS	509 FPS
medium	604 FPS	455 FPS
high	527 FPS	400 FPS
ultra	437 FPS	344 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX and Xeon 6740E

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 6740E

The Xeon 6740E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 June 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Sierra Forest (2024) architecture. It features 96 cores and 96 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 96 MB (total). L2 cache: 4 MB (per module). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 76,167 points. Launch price was $5,265.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Xeon 6740E offers 96 cores / 96 threads — the Xeon 6740E has 64 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX versus 3.2 GHz on the Xeon 6740E — a 33.8% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX (base: 3.6 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX uses the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture (7 nm), while the Xeon 6740E uses Sierra Forest (2024) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX scores 74,985 against the Xeon 6740E's 76,167 — a 1.6% lead for the Xeon 6740E. L3 cache: 128 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX vs 96 MB (total) on the Xeon 6740E.

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX	Xeon 6740E
Cores / Threads	32 / 64	96 / 96+200%
Boost Clock	4.5 GHz+41%	3.2 GHz
Base Clock	3.6 GHz+50%	2.4 GHz
L3 Cache	128 MB+33%	96 MB (total)
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	4 MB (per module)+700%
Process	7 nm	Intel 3 nm-57%
Architecture	Chagall PRO (2022)	Sierra Forest (2024)
PassMark	74,985	76,167+2%
Cinebench R23 Multi	53,977	—
Geekbench 6 Single	1,686	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	29,745	—

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX uses the sWRX8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon 6740E 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 6400 on the Xeon 6740E — the Xeon 6740E supports 199.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon 6740E 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. PCIe lanes: 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX) vs 80 (Xeon 6740E) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX offers 48 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX) and C741 (Xeon 6740E).

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX	Xeon 6740E
Socket	sWRX8	LGA4710
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-3200	6400+159900%
Max RAM Capacity	2048 GB+52428700%	4096
RAM Channels	8	8
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	128+60%	80

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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 6740E supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX) vs VT-x, VT-d, TDX (Xeon 6740E). Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX rivals Xeon Gold 6338; Xeon 6740E rivals EPYC 9005.

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX	Xeon 6740E
Integrated GPU	No	No
IGPU Model	None	None
Unlocked	Yes	No
AVX-512	No	Yes
Virtualization	true	VT-x, VT-d, TDX

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX launched at $2495 MSRP, while the Xeon 6740E debuted at $5265. On MSRP ($2495 vs $5265), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX is $2770 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX delivers 30.1 pts/$ vs 14.5 pts/$ for the Xeon 6740E — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX the 70% better value option.