Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX vs Xeon 6960P

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 7995WX

2023

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +17.9% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 350W instead of 500W, a 150W reduction.
✅33.3% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 96) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

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3.9% HIGHER MSRP
$9,999 MSRPvs$9,625 MSRP

Xeon 6960P

2024

Why buy it

✅Costs $374 less on MSRP ($9,625 MSRP vs $9,999 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Geekbench multi-core (60,000 vs 81,000).
❌42.9% higher power demand at 500W vs 350W.

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX

2023

Xeon 6960P

2024

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +17.9% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 350W instead of 500W, a 150W reduction.
✅33.3% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 96) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Why buy it

✅Costs $374 less on MSRP ($9,625 MSRP vs $9,999 MSRP).

Trade-offs

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3.9% HIGHER MSRP
$9,999 MSRPvs$9,625 MSRP

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Geekbench multi-core (60,000 vs 81,000).
❌42.9% higher power demand at 500W vs 350W.

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX better than Xeon 6960P?

Yes. Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 17.9% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data, 35% better Geekbench multi-core, and 9.5% higher PassMark, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 17.9% 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 7995WX is the better fit. You are getting 35% better Geekbench multi-core, backed by 96 cores and 192 threads.

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

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX is the smarter buy today. Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX is 3.9% more expensive on MSRP at $9,999 MSRP versus $9,625 MSRP, and it gives you a 17.9% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 5.4% better value on MSRP (14.3 vs 13.6 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.

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

Xeon 6960P is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2024 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 7995WX Benchmark Check

Xeon 6960P Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX	Xeon 6960P
1080p
low	304 FPS	196 FPS
medium	288 FPS	159 FPS
high	230 FPS	128 FPS
ultra	194 FPS	100 FPS
1440p
low	272 FPS	159 FPS
medium	233 FPS	125 FPS
high	174 FPS	97 FPS
ultra	154 FPS	77 FPS
4K
low	188 FPS	73 FPS
medium	160 FPS	60 FPS
high	120 FPS	47 FPS
ultra	109 FPS	39 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX	Xeon 6960P
1080p
low	780 FPS	524 FPS
medium	676 FPS	450 FPS
high	545 FPS	358 FPS
ultra	470 FPS	293 FPS
1440p
low	648 FPS	430 FPS
medium	578 FPS	380 FPS
high	477 FPS	311 FPS
ultra	382 FPS	247 FPS
4K
low	360 FPS	266 FPS
medium	324 FPS	239 FPS
high	303 FPS	209 FPS
ultra	260 FPS	174 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX	Xeon 6960P
1080p
low	795 FPS	985 FPS
medium	667 FPS	874 FPS
high	590 FPS	826 FPS
ultra	499 FPS	734 FPS
1440p
low	704 FPS	788 FPS
medium	593 FPS	689 FPS
high	514 FPS	651 FPS
ultra	436 FPS	579 FPS
4K
low	495 FPS	505 FPS
medium	420 FPS	397 FPS
high	375 FPS	353 FPS
ultra	317 FPS	288 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX	Xeon 6960P
1080p
low	1122 FPS	985 FPS
medium	997 FPS	891 FPS
high	874 FPS	768 FPS
ultra	771 FPS	658 FPS
1440p
low	924 FPS	764 FPS
medium	801 FPS	667 FPS
high	706 FPS	571 FPS
ultra	614 FPS	486 FPS
4K
low	674 FPS	549 FPS
medium	598 FPS	489 FPS
high	537 FPS	430 FPS
ultra	437 FPS	369 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX and Xeon 6960P

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX 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 96 cores and 192 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 384 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: 143,017 points. Launch price was $9,999.

Xeon 6960P

The Xeon 6960P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2024-09-24. It is based on the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture. It features 72 cores and 144 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 432 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA7529. Thermal design power (TDP): 500 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s), MRDIMM(8800MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 130,659 points. Launch price was $9,625.

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Processing Power

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX packs 96 cores / 192 threads, while the Xeon 6960P offers 72 cores / 144 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX has 24 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX versus 3.9 GHz on the Xeon 6960P — a 26.7% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX uses the Storm Peak (2023) architecture (5 nm), while the Xeon 6960P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX scores 143,017 against the Xeon 6960P's 130,659 — a 9% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,100 vs 2,100, a 0% lead for the Xeon 6960P that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 81,000 vs 60,000 (29.8% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX). L3 cache: 384 MB (total) on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX vs 432 MB (total) on the Xeon 6960P.

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX	Xeon 6960P
Cores / Threads	96 / 192+33%	72 / 144
Boost Clock	5.1 GHz+31%	3.9 GHz
Base Clock	2.5 GHz	2.7 GHz+8%
L3 Cache	384 MB (total)	432 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	143,017+9%	130,659
Cinebench R23 Multi	148,000	—
Geekbench 6 Single	2,100	2,100
Geekbench 6 Multi	81,000+35%	60,000

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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX uses the sTR5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon 6960P uses LGA7529 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-5200 memory speed. The Xeon 6960P supports up to 3072 GB of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX) vs 12 (Xeon 6960P). PCIe lanes: 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX) vs 96 (Xeon 6960P) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX offers 32 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WRX90,TRX50 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX) and Intel 600 Series (Xeon 6960P).

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX	Xeon 6960P
Socket	sTR5	LGA7529
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5200	DDR5-6400
Max RAM Capacity	2048 GB	3072 GB+50%
RAM Channels	8	12+50%
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	128+33%	96

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Advanced Features

Both support AVX-512 instructions, benefiting scientific computing, AI inference, and encryption workloads. Virtualization support: true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon 6960P). Primary use case: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX targets Workstation / Scientific Computing, Xeon 6960P targets Server. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX rivals Xeon w9-3495X; Xeon 6960P rivals EPYC 9654.

Feature	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX	Xeon 6960P
Integrated GPU	No	No
IGPU Model	—	None
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	Yes	Yes
Virtualization	true	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	Workstation / Scientific Computing	Server

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Value Analysis

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX launched at $9999 MSRP, while the Xeon 6960P debuted at $9625. On MSRP ($9999 vs $9625), the Xeon 6960P is $374 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX delivers 14.3 pts/$ vs 13.6 pts/$ for the Xeon 6960P — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX the 5.2% better value option.