Xeon W9-3495X
Sapphire Rapids · 56C/112T · LGA4677
Threadripper Pro 5995WX
Zen 3 · 64C/128T · sWRX8
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Xeon W9-3495X lands at 92 and Threadripper Pro 5995WX at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Xeon W9-3495X if…
- ✓Massive core counts
- ✓ECC memory support
- ✓Workstation/server-grade platform
Pick Threadripper Pro 5995WX if…
- ✓Massive core counts
- ✓ECC memory support
- ✓Workstation/server-grade platform
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testGaming
TieFrame-rate-bound workloads — favours cache and single-thread speed
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Creators & productivity
TieRendering, compilation, heavy multitasking — favours core count
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Power efficiency
TiePerformance per watt — thermals, PSU headroom, electricity cost
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Xeon W9-3495X | Threadripper Pro 5995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Sapphire Rapids | Zen 3 |
| Cores | 56 | ▲ 64 |
| Threads | 112 | ▲ 128 |
| Socket | LGA4677 | sWRX8 |
| Release year | 2023 | 2022 |
Xeon W9-3495X
- +Massive core counts
- +ECC memory support
- +Workstation/server-grade platform
- −Niche platform, limited motherboards
- −High TDP requires serious cooling
- −Premium price
Threadripper Pro 5995WX
- +Massive core counts
- +ECC memory support
- +Workstation/server-grade platform
- −Niche platform, limited motherboards
- −High TDP requires serious cooling
- −Premium price
FAQ: Xeon W9-3495X vs Threadripper Pro 5995WX
Which is better, Xeon W9-3495X or Threadripper Pro 5995WX? +
Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Xeon W9-3495X worth the price? +
At $5,889, Xeon W9-3495X delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in multi.
Is Threadripper Pro 5995WX worth the price? +
At $6,499, Threadripper Pro 5995WX delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in multi.
Does Xeon W9-3495X or Threadripper Pro 5995WX last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.