AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX vs Intel Core 3 201TE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows an overwhelming performance disparity between the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX and the Intel Core 3 201TE. The Threadripper PRO 9955WX delivers benchmark scores that are orders of magnitude higher across every measured workload, while the Core 3 201TE has no recorded benchmark entries in the database, making direct score comparisons impossible for that processor.

The Threadripper PRO 9955WX posts a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 59494, a result that places it in the 97th percentile of all CPUs tracked in the database. Its single-core Cinebench R23 result of 8399 confirms that the performance advantage is not limited to heavily threaded workloads. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core score reaches 24987, with a single-core score of 3527. The older Cinebench R15 test shows 5996 multi-core and 846 single-core.

PassMark results reinforce the same pattern. The Threadripper PRO 9955WX achieves a multi-thread score of 67035, a single-thread score of 4530, and an average benchmark score of 101041 across all recorded tests. Individual PassMark workloads show 236120 in integer math, 156215 in floating point math, 920954 in data compression, 44389 in data encryption, 76363 in extended instructions, 99813 in random string sorting, 4156 in physics, and 337 in find prime numbers.

The nearest rival data places the Threadripper PRO 9955WX in a tight competitive cluster. The AMD EPYC 8324P leads with an average score of 103329, putting the Threadripper PRO 9955WX 2.2% behind that part. The AMD EPYC 7513 scores 102244, which is 1.2% ahead of the Threadripper PRO 9955WX. The AMD EPYC 4585PX trails by 1.7% with a score of 99324, and the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX sits 2.6% behind with 98504. These deltas show that the Threadripper PRO 9955WX sits squarely within the upper tier of workstation and server processors, trading positions with EPYC parts within a narrow band of roughly 5% total spread.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design philosophies and manufacturing approaches. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX uses the Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm process node fabricated by TSMC. Its codename is Shimada Peak, and it belongs to the 9000 series. The processor integrates 16,630 million transistors across a dual-die configuration with each die measuring 70.6 mm², for a combined die size of 2x 70.6 mm².

The Intel Core 3 201TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and is built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's own foundry. Its die size is 163 mm². Intel does not list an architecture name for this part in the database, and transistor count is not recorded.

Core and thread configurations differ dramatically. The Threadripper PRO 9955WX provides 16 cores and 32 threads, while the Core 3 201TE provides 4 cores and 8 threads. Clock speeds show the Threadripper PRO 9955WX running at a 4.50 GHz base clock and 5.40 GHz boost clock. The Core 3 201TE operates at 2.90 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost.

Cache hierarchies follow different layouts as well. The Threadripper PRO 9955WX allocates 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 64 MB of L3 cache. The Core 3 201TE uses 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache.

Memory architecture separates the two products by a wide margin. The Threadripper PRO 9955WX supports DDR5 memory across an eight-channel memory bus, delivering 409.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Core 3 201TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 across a dual-channel bus, with 76.8 GB/s of memory bandwidth. Both processors support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity also diverges sharply. The Threadripper PRO 9955WX offers Gen 5 with 128 lanes from the CPU alone. The Core 3 201TE offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. The Threadripper PRO 9955WX has no integrated graphics, while the Core 3 201TE includes UHD Graphics 730.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX has 16 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads.

Q: How do the boost clocks compare?

A: The Threadripper PRO 9955WX boosts to 5.40 GHz, while the Core 3 201TE boosts to 4.60 GHz. The base clocks are 4.50 GHz and 2.90 GHz respectively.

Q: What memory configurations does each processor support?

A: The Threadripper PRO 9955WX supports DDR5 only, across an eight-channel bus with 409.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Core 3 201TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 across a dual-channel bus with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Which processor has a higher Cinebench R23 multi-core score?

A: The Threadripper PRO 9955WX scores 59494 in Cinebench R23 multi-core. The Core 3 201TE has no recorded Cinebench R23 score in the database.

Q: What are the process nodes for each chip?

A: The Threadripper PRO 9955WX uses a 4 nm process from TSMC. The Core 3 201TE uses a 10 nm process from Intel.

Q: Does either processor include integrated graphics?

A: The Core 3 201TE includes UHD Graphics 730. The Threadripper PRO 9955WX has no integrated graphics.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX | Intel Core 3 201TE |

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

| Cores | 16 | 4 |

| Threads | 32 | 8 |

| Base clock | 4.50 GHz | 2.90 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.40 GHz | 4.60 GHz |

| TDP | 350 | 45 |

| Socket | AMD Socket sTR5 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Process node | 4 nm | 10 nm |

| Codename | Shimada Peak | Bartlett Lake |

| Die size | 2x 70.6 mm² | 163 mm² |

| L1 cache | 64 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 cache | 1 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 64 MB | 12 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bus | Eight-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 409.6 GB/s | 76.8 GB/s |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 128 lanes | Gen 5, 16 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | N/A | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Multiplier unlocked | Yes | No |

| Launch MSRP | $1649 | $134 |

| Release date | 2025-07-22 | 2025-01-12 |

| Transistors | 16,630 million | Not recorded |

| Part number | 100-000000725 | SRPKDQ5CK |

The Verdict

The benchmark data positions the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX as a top-tier workstation processor. Its 97th percentile ranking across all CPUs, combined with an average benchmark score of 101041, places it in direct competition with server-class EPYC parts. The nearest rival comparisons show a spread of only 2.6% to the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5965WX on the low side and 2.2% to the AMD EPYC 8324P on the high side, indicating that the Threadripper PRO 9955WX sits comfortably in the upper echelon of multi-threaded performance.

The Intel Core 3 201TE occupies a different segment entirely. With 4 cores, 8 threads, a 45 TDP, and no recorded benchmark scores, the database shows it as a low-power desktop part. Its 50th percentile ranking places it at the median of all tracked CPUs, but the absence of benchmark entries means no direct performance comparison can be made from the recorded data.

For workloads that leverage many cores, high memory bandwidth, and extensive PCIe connectivity, the Threadripper PRO 9955WX is the clear choice based on the recorded specifications. The eight-channel DDR5 memory bus with 409.6 GB/s bandwidth and 128 PCIe Gen 5 lanes provide infrastructure for memory-intensive and expansion-heavy systems. The 16 cores and 32 threads with a 5.40 GHz boost clock deliver both parallel throughput and responsive single-thread performance.

The Core 3 201TE serves a different purpose. Its dual-channel memory bus, 16 PCIe lanes, and integrated UHD Graphics 730 indicate a compact desktop configuration. The 45 TDP and support for both DDR4 and DDR5 allow flexible system builds with modest power requirements. Its 4 cores and 8 threads with a 4.60 GHz boost clock handle standard desktop workloads, but the data shows no scenario where it approaches the Threadripper PRO 9955WX in raw compute capability.

The verdict from the recorded data is straightforward. The Threadripper PRO 9955WX targets users who need maximum multi-threaded throughput, massive memory bandwidth, and extensive expansion capability. The Core 3 201TE targets users who need a low-power desktop processor with integrated graphics and basic ECC memory support. The 97th versus 50th percentile rankings, the 16-core versus 4-core configurations, and the 409.6 GB/s versus 76.8 GB/s memory bandwidth all point to different market segments with little overlap.