AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX vs Intel Xeon W-2145

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Performance
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX24% better
17,29047% of 36,991
Xeon W-2145
13,99338% of 36,991

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX has 24% better performance than the Xeon W-2145 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
6.295% of 121.53
Xeon W-2145100% better
12.5710% of 121.53

The Xeon W-2145 has 100% better value for the money than the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX CPU

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX is a 32-core (64-thread) processor built for the workstation CPU market. It launched in Q3 2020 with a suggested retail price of $2,749. It is part of AMD's Ryzen Threadripper lineup, which is based on the Zen 2 microarchitecture. The Threadripper PRO 3975WX is compatible with AMD Socket WRX8 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX supports DDR4 memory and features a octa-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 8 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 128 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX features 32 total cores which can process 64 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.5 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.2 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX has the 103rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 46.74% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 17,290 score and $2,749 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 6.29. This is the 212th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Xeon W-2145 CPU

The Intel Xeon W-2145 is an end-of-life 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the workstation CPU market. It launched in Q3 2017 with a suggested retail price of $1,113. It is part of Intel's Xeon W lineup, which is based on the Skylake-W microarchitecture. The W-2145 is compatible with Intel Socket 2066 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Xeon W-2145 supports DDR4 memory and features a quad-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 4 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Xeon W-2145 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 11 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Xeon W-2145 features 8 total cores which can process 16 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.7 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.5 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Xeon W-2145 does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Xeon W-2145 has the 154th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 37.83% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 13,993 score and $1,113 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 12.57. This is the 181st best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoRyzen Threadripper PRO 3975WXXeon W-2145
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen ThreadripperXeon W
Market SegmentWorkstationWorkstation
Release DateQ3 2020Q3 2017
Launch Price (MSRP)$2,749$1,113
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX24% better
17,29047% of 36,991
Xeon W-2145
13,99338% of 36,991

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX has 24% better performance than the Xeon W-2145 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX is ranked 103rd with a score of 17,290, and the Xeon W-2145 is ranked 154th with a score of 13,993.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
6.295% of 121.53
Xeon W-2145100% better
12.5710% of 121.53

The Xeon W-2145 has 100% better value for the money than the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX is ranked 212th with a performance per dollar of 6.29, and the Xeon W-2145 is ranked 181st with a performance per dollar of 12.57.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

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Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkRyzen Threadripper PRO 3975WXXeon W-2145
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
17,290
(+23.56%)
13,993
3DMark Time Spy CPU
11,107.5
(+18%)
9,413
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
7,053
(+319.32%)
1,682
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
201
(+13.56%)
177
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
14,579
(+84.78%)
7,890
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,627
(+14.42%)
1,422
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
62,990
(+246.46%)
18,181
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,660
(+1.92%)
2,610
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecRyzen Threadripper PRO 3975WXXeon W-2145
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryTSMCIntel
Process Size7 nm14 nm
Transistors15,200 million--

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecRyzen Threadripper PRO 3975WXXeon W-2145
SeriesRyzen ThreadripperXeon W
MicroarchitectureZen 2Skylake-W
CodenameCastle PeakSkylake-W
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4
Memory ChannelsOcta-channelQuad-channel
ECC MemoryYesYes

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen Threadripper PRO 3975WXXeon W-2145
Cores328
Threads6416
Clock Speed3.5 GHz3.7 GHz
Turbo Clock4.2 GHz4.5 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier35.0x37.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen Threadripper PRO 3975WXXeon W-2145
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB1 MB
L3 Cache128 MB11 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecRyzen Threadripper PRO 3975WXXeon W-2145
SocketAMD Socket WRX8Intel Socket 2066
PCI ExpressPCIe 4.0 x128PCIe 3.0 x48
Thermal Design Power (TDP)280 W140 W
Tcase Max95 °C70 °C
TJ Max95 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecRyzen Threadripper PRO 3975WXXeon W-2145
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost 2, XFR 2MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, TXT, TSX, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, ECC, HTT, FMA3, F16C, ABM, ADX, BMI1, BMI2, CLMUL, MPX, SMEP, x8 SDDC, vPro, TBT 2.0

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.