Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX
16C/32T · 5.3 GHz · 350 W TDP · sTR5 · PassMark #175
Core i9-13900KS
24C/32T · 6.0 GHz · 150 W · PassMark #170
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX lands at 33 and Core i9-13900KS at 33. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX if…
- ✓PassMark #175 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
- ✓Workstation-tier core counts for rendering and compilation
Pick Core i9-13900KS if…
- ✓PassMark #170 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
- ✓Current PassMark-tracked street price around $521
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testValue for money
Core i9-13900KSSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Core i9-13900KS more score per dollar ($521 vs $4,000).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX | Core i9-13900KS |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 16 | ▲ 24 (8P + 16E) |
| Threads | 32 | 32 |
| Base clock | 4.5 GHz | 3.2 GHz (P) / 2.4 GHz (E) |
| Boost clock | 5.3 GHz | 6.0 GHz |
| L3 cache | ▲ 64 MB | 36 MB |
| TDP | 350 W | 150 W base / 253 W max |
| Socket | sTR5 | LGA 1700 |
| Class | Desktop, Server | Desktop |
| PassMark rank | #175 of 5,901 | #170 of 5,901 |
| PassMark CPU Mark | 60,031 | ▲ 60,485 |
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX
- +PassMark #175 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
- +Workstation-tier core counts for rendering and compilation
- −Workstation platform — overkill for gaming-only builds
- −Newer-generation parts pull ahead in current rankings
Core i9-13900KS
- +PassMark #170 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
- +Current PassMark-tracked street price around $521
- −Requires recent-generation motherboard and DDR5 memory
- −Newer-generation parts pull ahead in current rankings
FAQ: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX vs Core i9-13900KS
Which is better, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX or Core i9-13900KS? +
Both score 33 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX worth the price? +
At $4,000, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX delivers a Specdex score of 33 — strongest in passmark.
Is Core i9-13900KS worth the price? +
At $521, Core i9-13900KS delivers a Specdex score of 33 — strongest in passmark.
Does Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX or Core i9-13900KS 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.
Which is the better value, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX or Core i9-13900KS? +
Core i9-13900KS — more score per dollar ($521 vs $4,000). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.