AMD Ryzen 9 3900X AMD Ryzen 9 3900X
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Comparision AMD Ryzen 9 3900X vs AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X

WINNER
AMD Ryzen 9 3900X

Rating: 31 points
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX

Rating: 28 points
Grade
AMD Ryzen 9 3900X
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
Test results
3
3
Performance
6
6
Memory specification
4
3
Interfaces and communications
1
1
Main characteristics
8
6

Top specs and features

Passmark test

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X: 32323 AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX: 29041

Power Consumption (TDP)

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X: 105 W AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX: 250 W

Technological process

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X: 7 nm AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX: 12 nm

Number of transistors

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X: 19200 million AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX: 9600 million

L1 cache size

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X: 768 KB AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX: 2304 KB

Description

The AMD Ryzen 9 3900X processor runs at 3.8 Hz, the other AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX runs at 3 Hz. AMD Ryzen 9 3900X is able to accelerate to 4.6 Hz , and the second to 4.2 Hz. The maximum power consumption for the first processor is 105 W, and for AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX 250 W.

In terms of architecture, AMD Ryzen 9 3900X is built using 7 nm technology. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX on the 12 nm architecture.

Relative to processor memory. AMD Ryzen 9 3900X can support DDR4. The maximum supported size is There is no data MB. It should be noted that the maximum memory bandwidth is 47.7. The second processor AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is capable of supporting DDR4. The throughput is There is no data. And the maximum amount of supported RAM is There is no data MB.

Graphics. AMD Ryzen 9 3900X has a graphics engine Discrete Graphics Card Required. The frequency of which is - There is no data MHz. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX received video core Discrete Graphics Card Required. Here the frequency is There is no data MHz.

How processors perform in benchmarks. In the PassMark benchmark, AMD Ryzen 9 3900X scored 32323. And AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX scored 29041 points.

Why AMD Ryzen 9 3900X is better than AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX

  • Passmark test 32323 против 29041 , more on 11%
  • Power Consumption (TDP) 105 W против 250 W, less by -58%
  • Technological process 7 nm против 12 nm, less by -42%
  • Number of transistors 19200 million против 9600 million, more on 100%
  • Maximum processor frequency 4.6 GHz против 4.2 GHz, more on 10%

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X vs AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX: highlights

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X
AMD Ryzen 9 3900X
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
Test results
Passmark test
The PassMark test considers read speed, write speed, and seek time when testing SSD performance.
32323
max 104648
Average: 6033.5
29041
max 104648
Average: 6033.5
Geekbench 5 score (multi-core)
Benchmark in Geekbench 5 that measures the multi-threaded performance of a processor.
11541
max 25920
Average: 5219.2
9773
max 25920
Average: 5219.2
Geekbench score 5
1247
max 2315
Average: 936.8
961
max 2315
Average: 936.8
Cinebench 10 32-bit multi-core benchmark score
45493
max 84673
Average: 1955
36171
max 84673
Average: 1955
3DMark06 CPU benchmark score
14874
max 21654
Average: 3892.6
10674
max 21654
Average: 3892.6
Cinebench 10 32-bit single-core score
6013
max 24400
Average: 3557.7
5052
max 24400
Average: 3557.7
Cinebench 11.5 64-bit multi-core test score
34
max 70
Average: 5.3
21
max 70
Average: 5.3
TrueCrypt AES benchmark score
11
max 35
Average: 3.1
12
max 35
Average: 3.1
X264 encoding pass 2 test score
147
max 274
Average: 33.8
113
max 274
Average: 33.8
X264 encoding pass 1 test score
268
max 411
Average: 117.5
195
max 411
Average: 117.5
WinRAR 4.0 test score
7526
max 17932
Average: 3042.5
4108
max 17932
Average: 3042.5
Cinebench 15 64-bit multi-core test score
3046
max 9405
Average: 638.4
4218
max 9405
Average: 638.4
Cinebench 15 64-bit single-core test score
207
max 323
Average: 128.5
167
max 323
Average: 128.5
Cinebench 11.5 64-bit single-core test score
Cinebench is a popular benchmark for evaluating the performance of processors and graphics cards. It is used to measure performance in 3D scene rendering and visual effects processing tasks. The results are measured in points. Show more
2
max 4
Average: 1.4
2
max 4
Average: 1.4
Performance
Number of threads
The more threads, the higher the performance of the processor will be, and it will be able to perform several tasks at the same time.
24
max 256
Average: 10.7
48
max 256
Average: 10.7
L1 cache size
large amount of L1 memory accelerates results in the CPU and system performance settings
768 KB
max 6144
Average: 299.3 KB
2304 KB
max 6144
Average: 299.3 KB
L2 cache size
An L2 cache with a large amount of scratchpad memory allows you to increase the speed of the processor and the overall performance of the system.
6 MB
max 512
Average: 4.5 MB
12 MB
max 512
Average: 4.5 MB
L3 cache size
A large amount of L3 memory accelerates results in the CPU and system performance settings
64 MB
max 768
Average: 16.3 MB
64 MB
max 768
Average: 16.3 MB
Maximum processor frequency
When the processor's speed drops below its limit, it can jump to a higher clock speed to improve performance.
4.6 GHz
max 5.7
Average: 3.2 GHz
4.2 GHz
max 5.7
Average: 3.2 GHz
Number of Cores
The number of cores in processors indicates the number of independent computing units that can execute tasks in parallel. More cores allow the processor to handle more tasks at once, which improves overall performance and the ability to handle multi-threaded applications. Show more
12
max 72
Average: 5.8
24
max 72
Average: 5.8
CPU base clock speed
3.8 GHz
max 4.7
Average: 2.5 GHz
3 GHz
max 4.7
Average: 2.5 GHz
Multiplier unlocked
Some processors have an unlocked multiplier, thanks to which they work faster and improve the quality in games and other applications.
Available
Available
Video core
Discrete Graphics Card Required
Discrete Graphics Card Required
Max. the number of processors in the configuration
1
max 8
Average: 1.3
1
max 8
Average: 1.3
RAM types
Various versions of DDR, such as DDR2, DDR3, DDR4, and DDR5, offer improved features and performance over previous versions, allowing you to work more efficiently with data and improve overall system performance. Show more
4
max 5
Average: 3.5
4
max 5
Average: 3.5
Memory specification
Memory bandwidth
This is the rate at which the device stores or reads information.
47.7 GB/s
max 352
Average: 41.4 GB/s
GB/s
max 352
Average: 41.4 GB/s
Memory frequency
RAM may be faster to increase system performance.
3200 MHz
max 4800
Average: 2106.2 MHz
2933 MHz
max 4800
Average: 2106.2 MHz
Max. number of memory channels
The more their number, the higher the data transfer rate from memory to processor
2
max 16
Average: 2.9
4
max 16
Average: 2.9
ECC memory support
The memory debugging code is used when it is necessary to avoid data corruption during scientific computing or server startup. It finds possible errors and repairs data corruption. Show more
Available
Available
Interfaces and communications
Intel® AES-NI Commands
AES is needed to speed up encryption and decryption.
Available
Available
Has f16c
The F16C lets you speed up tasks like adjusting the volume or adjusting the contrast.
Available
Available
Has mmx
MMX is needed to speed up tasks such as adjusting the volume and adjusting the contrast.
Available
Available
Has fma3
FMA3 is needed to speed up tasks such as adjusting photo contrast or adjusting sound.
Available
Available
Socket
Connector on the motherboard for installing the processor.
AM4
sTR4
uses multithreading
The ability to handle multiple tasks at the same time to improve productivity.
Available
Available
Main characteristics
Technological process
The small size of semiconductors means that this is a new generation chip.
7 nm
Average: 36.8 nm
12 nm
Average: 36.8 nm
Number of transistors
The higher their number, the more processor power this indicates.
19200 million
max 57000
Average: 1517.3 million
9600 million
max 57000
Average: 1517.3 million
Power Consumption (TDP)
The heat dissipation requirement (TDP) is the maximum amount of energy that can be dissipated by the cooling system. The lower the TDP, the less power will be consumed. Show more
105 W
Average: 67.6 W
250 W
Average: 67.6 W
PCI Express Edition
High-speed bus for connecting peripherals to a computer. Different versions determine the data transfer rate, and the number (x1, x4, x8, x16) indicates the number of logical lines for data transfer and determines the throughput and capabilities of the devices. Show more
4
max 5
Average: 2.9
3
max 5
Average: 2.9
Ruler
AMD Ryzen Processors
AMD Ryzen Processors
Supports 64-bit system
64-bit system, unlike a 32-bit one, can support more than 4 GB of RAM. This increases productivity. It also allows you to run 64-bit applications.
Available
Available
Maximum temperature for processors
If the maximum temperature at which the processor operates is exceeded, a reset may occur.
95 °C
max 110
Average: 96 °C
68 °C
max 110
Average: 96 °C
Architecture codename
Matisse (Zen 2)
Zen+
Appointment
Boxed Processor
Boxed Processor
Series
AMD Ryzen 9
AMD Ryzen Threadripper

FAQ

Can AMD Ryzen 9 3900X and AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX work in 4K mode?

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X - There is no data. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX - There is no data.

How many PCIe lanes

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X - There is no data. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX - There is no data.

How much RAM does it support?

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X supports There is no data GB. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX supports There is no dataGB.

How fast are the processors?

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X operates on 3.8 GHz.

How many cores does the processor have?

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X has 12 cores. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has 24 cores.

Do processors support ECC memory?

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X - has. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX - has.

Does AMD Ryzen 9 3900X have embedded graphics?

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X - Discrete Graphics Card Required. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX - Discrete Graphics Card Required

What kind of RAM is supported

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X supports DDR4. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX supports DDR4.

What is the socket of the processors?

Using AM4 to set AMD Ryzen 9 3900X. sTR4 is used to set AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX.

What architecture do they use?

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X is built on the Matisse (Zen 2) architecture. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is built on the Zen+ architecture.

Is the AMD Ryzen 9 3900X CPU multiplier unlocked?

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X - has. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX - has.

How do processors perform in benchmarks?

According to PassMark, AMD Ryzen 9 3900X scored 32323 points. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX scored 29041 points.

What is the maximum frequency of processors?

AMD Ryzen 9 3900X has a maximum frequency of 4.6 Hz. The maximum frequency of AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX reaches 4.2 Hz.

How much energy do they consume?

The power consumption of AMD Ryzen 9 3900X can be up to 105 Watts. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has up to 105 Watts.