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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Ryzen 7 9700X vs Xeon w5-3525

The Ryzen 7 9700X is quite a bit faster than the Xeon w5-3525 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

  • Up to 35% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Up to 273% cheaper$302.99 vs $1339
  • Up to 404% better value for money
  • Is 1 month newer
  • Up to 273% more expensive$1339 vs $302.99

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.

Scorehelp

Similar overall gaming performance.

Coreshelp

Xeon w5-3525 has 8 more cores.

Threadshelp

Xeon w5-3525 has 16 more threads.

L3 Cachehelp

Xeon w5-3525 has 13 MB more L3 cache.

Base Frequencyhelp

Ryzen 7 9700X has a 19% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp

Ryzen 7 9700X boosts 15% higher.

TDPhelp

Ryzen 7 9700X draws 225W less power.

Pricehelp
AM5
Sockethelp
LGA4677
Granite Ridge
Codenamehelp
Sapphire Rapids
Desktop
Segmenthelp
Server/Workstation
Radeon Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics
5600 MHz (DDR5)
RAMhelp
4800 MHz (DDR5)
Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen 7 9700X or Xeon w5-3525?expand_more
Neither, they're within 1% of each other across 100+ games. Pick based on price, availability, or platform compatibility.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Ryzen 7 9700X or Xeon w5-3525?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 9700X is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 7 9700X worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 80/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen 7 9700X and Xeon w5-3525?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen 7 9700X scores 80/100, Xeon w5-3525 scores 80/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen 7 9700X or Xeon w5-3525 bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Ryzen 7 9700X or Xeon w5-3525?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 9700X is the stronger pick at 80/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.

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