AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 vs Intel Xeon W-2175 Comparison

# Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data paints a remarkably consistent picture: the Intel Xeon W-2175 wins every single Cinebench test in this comparison, but by margins so narrow they border on statistical noise. Across six benchmarks, the Intel part's advantage ranges from 2.8% to 2.9%. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Xeon W-2175 scores 2010 against the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700's 1955, a 2.8% lead. The single-core R15 result is similarly tight at 283 versus 275, a 2.9% edge for Intel.

Moving to Cinebench R20, the pattern holds. The Xeon W-2175 posts 8379 in multicore versus 8146 for the Ryzen, again a 2.9% margin. Single-core R20 shows 1182 against 1149, also 2.9%. The newest Cinebench R23 results continue the trend: 19951 versus 19397 in multicore (2.9%), and 2816 versus 2738 in single-core (2.8%). The Intel Xeon W-2175 secures all 6 head-to-head wins, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 takes none.

That said, the practical takeaway is that these two processors are effectively peers in raw compute performance. A 2.8–2.9% difference is within run-to-run variance for many workloads. The Xeon's average benchmark score of 5770 sits just 2.9% above the Ryzen's 5610. Both CPUs land at the 61st percentile among all tested processors, underscoring their near-identical standing in the broader market. The Xeon's nearest rivals include the Intel Xeon E-2388G (5805, -0.6%), AMD EPYC 7401P (5814, -0.8%), AMD Threadripper 2920X (5730, +0.7%), and AMD EPYC 7351 (5710, +1.1%). The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700's closest competitors are the Intel Core i7-12700T (5606, +0.1%), Intel Atom x7433RE (5601, +0.2%), Intel Core i9-11900KB (5587, +0.4%), and Intel Celeron G6900 (5561, +0.9%).

What's striking is how consistent the delta is across both multi-threaded and single-threaded tests. The Xeon W-2175 doesn't win because of its 14 cores versus 8 — if that were the deciding factor, the margin would be far larger. Instead, the data suggests architectural efficiency differences nearly cancel out the core-count advantage.

# FAQ

Q: Which processor wins in multi-core performance?

A: The Intel Xeon W-2175 wins every multi-core test in this comparison. In Cinebench R23 multicore, it scores 19951 versus the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700's 19397, a 2.9% advantage. The R20 and R15 multicore results show the same pattern, with the Xeon leading by 2.8–2.9%.

Q: Is the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 faster in single-core workloads?

A: No. The Xeon W-2175 also takes every single-core test, though by the same narrow 2.8–2.9% margin. For example, Cinebench R23 single-core shows 2816 for Intel versus 2738 for AMD. The Ryzen's higher boost clock of 4.40 GHz does not translate into a win on these benchmarks.

Q: How do these CPUs compare to their nearest rivals?

A: The Xeon W-2175's average score of 5770 is essentially tied with the Xeon E-2388G (5805, -0.6%) and EPYC 7401P (5814, -0.8%), while slightly ahead of the Threadripper 2920X (5730, +0.7%) and EPYC 7351 (5710, +1.1%). The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700's 5610 average matches the Core i7-12700T (5606, +0.1%) almost exactly, with the Atom x7433RE (5601, +0.2%), Core i9-11900KB (5587, +0.4%), and Celeron G6900 (5561, +0.9%) all within 1%.

Q: What is the performance percentile for each CPU?

A: Both the Intel Xeon W-2175 and AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 sit at the 61st percentile among all CPUs tested. This reinforces that, despite their architectural differences, they deliver nearly identical overall performance.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Xeon W-2175 has 14 cores and 28 threads, while the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 has 8 cores and 16 threads. Despite the Xeon's 75% more cores, its benchmark advantage stays under 3%, indicating the Ryzen's per-core efficiency compensates for the deficit.

Q: Does the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 have any benchmark wins at all?

A: No. Across all six Cinebench tests in this comparison, the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 records zero wins. The Intel Xeon W-2175 takes all 6. The closest the AMD part comes is a 2.8% deficit in Cinebench R15 multicore and R23 single-core.

# Architecture Differences

The Intel Xeon W-2175 and AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 represent fundamentally different design philosophies. Intel's chip uses the Skylake architecture, specifically the Skylake-W codename, built on Intel's 14 nm process node. The die size is a substantial 484 mm², reflecting the monolithic design with 14 cores. AMD's Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 uses the Zen 2 architecture, codenamed Matisse, fabricated by TSMC on a 7 nm process. Its die size is just 74 mm², though this is the compute chiplet — the processor integrates 3,800 million transistors overall.

Cache layouts differ notably. The Xeon W-2175 provides 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 per core, and a shared 19.25 MB L3 cache. The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 matches the 64 KB L1 per core but halves L2 to 512 KB per core, while boosting shared L3 to 32 MB. For single-threaded latency-sensitive workloads, the Intel part's larger L2 per core could help; for multi-threaded data sharing, AMD's larger L3 pool offers more capacity.

Memory architecture also diverges sharply. The Xeon W-2175 supports quad-channel DDR4 with a theoretical memory bandwidth of 85.3 GB/s, and ECC memory is supported. The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 uses dual-channel DDR4, delivering 51.2 GB/s of bandwidth, and does not support ECC. This is a major differentiator for workstation and server tasks that rely on memory throughput or need error correction.

PCIe capabilities show a generational gap. The Intel part provides 48 PCIe Gen 3 lanes from the CPU, while the AMD chip offers 24 PCIe Gen 4 lanes. Gen 4 doubles the per-lane bandwidth, so the Ryzen's lanes are individually faster, but the Xeon provides double the lane count for expansion-heavy systems.

The Xeon W-2175 is a server/workstation part with a locked multiplier, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 is a desktop processor with an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. The Intel chip is end-of-life, whereas the AMD part remains active in production. The Ryzen's 65 W TDP is less than half the Xeon's 140 W, a significant efficiency advantage.

# Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Xeon W-2175 | AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 14 | 8 |

| Threads | 28 | 16 |

| Base Clock | 2.50 GHz | 3.60 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.30 GHz | 4.40 GHz |

| TDP | 140 W | 65 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 2066 | AMD Socket AM4 |

| Process Node | 14 nm | 7 nm |

| Foundry | Intel | TSMC |

| Die Size | 484 mm² | 74 mm² |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core | 512 KB per core |

| L3 Cache | 19.25 MB shared | 32 MB |

| Memory Bus | Quad-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 85.3 GB/s | 51.2 GB/s |

| ECC Support | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 3, 48 lanes | Gen 4, 24 lanes |

| Multiplier | Locked | Unlocked |

| Release Date | 2017-10-14 | 2019-09-29 |

| Part Number | SR3W2 | 100-000000073 |

The Xeon W-2175's launch MSRP was $1947. The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 has no launch MSRP listed. The Intel part uses the Skylake-W generation, while the AMD uses the Ryzen 7 series based on Zen 2 (Matisse).

# The Verdict

The benchmark data shows a clear but narrow winner: the Intel Xeon W-2175 outperforms the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 in every single Cinebench test, with margins of 2.8–2.9%. If raw benchmark scores are the only criterion, the Intel part is the pick. However, the practical significance of a ~3% difference is minimal for most users. Both CPUs sit at the 61st percentile, and their average scores differ by just 160 points out of roughly 5700.

The more meaningful distinctions lie outside the Cinebench numbers. The Xeon W-2175 offers 14 cores versus 8, quad-channel memory with 85.3 GB/s bandwidth versus dual-channel 51.2 GB/s, ECC support, and 48 PCIe lanes. These are workstation-class features. The Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 counters with a 65 W TDP versus 140 W, a smaller 74 mm² die on a more modern 7 nm process, PCIe Gen 4 support, and an unlocked multiplier. Its 32 MB L3 cache also exceeds the Xeon's 19.25 MB.

For a builder prioritizing memory throughput, ECC reliability, or massive core counts, the Xeon W-2175 is the data-backed choice. For anyone valuing power efficiency, modern PCIe, or overclocking headroom, the Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 is the more sensible option — accepting a tiny performance deficit. The Xeon's end-of-life status and locked multiplier are drawbacks, while the Ryzen's active production status and desktop socket (AM4) suggest longer platform longevity.

# Where Each One Wins

Intel Xeon W-2175 wins on: every Cinebench benchmark in this comparison — all six tests across R15, R20, and R23, in both multi-core and single-core variants. It also wins on memory bandwidth (85.3 GB/s versus 51.2 GB/s), memory channel count (quad versus dual), PCIe lane count (48 versus 24), L2 cache per core (1 MB versus 512 KB), ECC support (yes versus no), and core/thread count (14/28 versus 8/16). Its 2010 R15 multi-core score, 8379 R20 multi-core score, and 19951 R23 multi-core score are all higher than the Ryzen's corresponding 1955, 8146, and 19397.

AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 3700 wins on: power efficiency, with a 65 W TDP versus the Xeon's 140 W. It has a higher boost clock (4.40 GHz versus 4.30 GHz) and base clock (3.60 GHz versus 2.50 GHz). Its 7 nm process node from TSMC is more advanced than Intel's 14 nm. The Ryzen offers PCIe Gen 4 versus Gen 3, a larger 32 MB L3 cache versus 19.25 MB, an unlocked multiplier versus locked, and a smaller die (74 mm² versus 484 mm²). It is also an active product rather than end-of-life. The 3,800 million transistor count reflects a denser, newer design. For workloads that are power-sensitive, PCIe Gen 4-dependent, or benefit from generous L3 cache, the Ryzen is the stronger choice despite losing every benchmark here.