Ryzen 7 7840S
VS
Ryzen Threadripper 1920X

Ryzen 7 7840S vs Ryzen Threadripper 1920X

AMD

Ryzen 7 7840S

8 Cores16 Thrd8 WWMax: 5.1 GHz2023
VS
AMD

Ryzen Threadripper 1920X

12 Cores24 Thrd180 WWMax: 4.2 GHz2017

Performance Spectrum - CPU

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 7840S

#2
Ryzen 7 7840S
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#10
Ryzen 7 260
MSRP: $199|Avg: $70
61%
#13
Ryzen 3 210
MSRP: $99|Avg: $99
57%
#14
Ryzen 5 PRO 230
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
56%
#15
Ryzen 5 220
MSRP: $150|Avg: $150
54%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper 1920X

#264
Processor 300T
MSRP: $82|Avg: $82
256%
#265
Athlon 3000G
MSRP: $49|Avg: $60
256%
#266
Athlon 220GE
MSRP: $65|Avg: $60
256%
#267
Ryzen 9 3900X
MSRP: $499|Avg: $441
255%
#268
Core i5-10500
MSRP: $200|Avg: $178
253%
#269
Celeron G6900T
MSRP: $42|Avg: $50
253%
#270
Core i9-10850K
MSRP: $453|Avg: $300
253%
#271
Core i9-13900E
MSRP: $554|Avg: $554
252%
#272
Core i9-9820X
MSRP: $889|Avg: $280
252%
#273
Core i9-9900X
MSRP: $989|Avg: $300
249%
#274
Ryzen 7 1800X
MSRP: $499|Avg: $120
113%
#274
Core i7-9700K
MSRP: $385|Avg: $200
248%
#275
Core i3-10320
MSRP: $154|Avg: $140
246%
#276
Core i5-9600KF
MSRP: $262|Avg: $150
245%
#277
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
MSRP: $180|Avg: $180
245%
#278
Ryzen Threadripper 1900X
MSRP: $549|Avg: $116
106%
#278
Core i7-14701TE
MSRP: $392|Avg: $390
244%
#279
Core i9-11900KF
MSRP: $513|Avg: $349
243%
#279
Ryzen Threadripper 1920X
MSRP: $799|Avg: $265
100%
#280
Core i7-7820X
MSRP: $599|Avg: $198
99%
#280
Athlon Silver 3050GE
MSRP: $75|Avg: $65
241%
#281
Core i7-9700E
MSRP: $259|Avg: $180
241%
#282
Core i7-11700K
MSRP: $399|Avg: $350
240%
#283
Ryzen 7 PRO 3700
MSRP: $329|Avg: $330
238%
#283
Ryzen Threadripper 1920
MSRP: $799|Avg: $200
95%
#284
Core i7-14701E
MSRP: $392|Avg: $380
238%
#284
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
MSRP: $999|Avg: $300
95%
#285
Core i5-10400
MSRP: $182|Avg: $175
236%
#286
Core i3-12100
MSRP: $122|Avg: $180
236%
#287
Core Ultra 9 285T
MSRP: $549|Avg: $549
232%
#288
Ryzen Threadripper 1950
MSRP: $999|Avg: $300
76%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Ryzen 7 7840S (2023) utilizes 4 nm technology and DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightRyzen 7 7840SRyzen Threadripper 1920X
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($265)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Phoenix-HS (Zen 4) (2023) / 4 nm)
✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Ryzen Threadripper 1920X (2017) relies on 14 nm technology and **DDR4 Quad-channel**, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightRyzen 7 7840SRyzen Threadripper 1920X
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
More affordable ($0)
⚠️ Higher cost ($265)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Ryzen 7 7840S and Ryzen Threadripper 1920X

AMD

Ryzen 7 7840S

The Ryzen 7 7840S is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Phoenix-HS (Zen 4) (2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB. L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP7/FP7r2/FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 8 MB + 16 MB. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 23,290 points. Launch price was $299.

AMD

Ryzen Threadripper 1920X

The Ryzen Threadripper 1920X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 August 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3r2. Thermal design power (TDP): 180 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Quad-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 23,150 points. Launch price was $799.

Processing Power

The Ryzen 7 7840S packs 8 cores / 16 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper 1920X offers 12 cores / 24 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper 1920X has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen 7 7840S versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 1920X — a 19.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen 7 7840S (base: 3.8 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Ryzen 7 7840S uses the Phoenix-HS (Zen 4) (2023) architecture (4 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper 1920X uses Zen (2017−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen 7 7840S scores 23,290 against the Ryzen Threadripper 1920X's 23,150 — a 0.6% lead for the Ryzen 7 7840S. L3 cache: 16 MB on the Ryzen 7 7840S vs 32 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper 1920X.

FeatureRyzen 7 7840SRyzen Threadripper 1920X
Cores / Threads
8 / 16
12 / 24+50%
Boost Clock
5.1 GHz+21%
4.2 GHz
Base Clock
3.8 GHz+9%
3.5 GHz
L3 Cache
16 MB
32 MB+100%
L2 Cache
8 MB+1500%
512K (per core)
Process
4 nm-71%
14 nm
Architecture
Phoenix-HS (Zen 4) (2023)
Zen (2017−2020)
PassMark
23,290
23,150
Cinebench R23 Multi
13,500
Geekbench 6 Single
2,570
Geekbench 6 Multi
13,535
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen 7 7840S uses the FP7/FP7r2/FP8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper 1920X uses SP3r2 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureRyzen 7 7840SRyzen Threadripper 1920X
Socket
FP7/FP7r2/FP8
SP3r2
PCIe Generation
PCIe 4.0
PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR5-5600, LPDDR5x-7500
Max RAM Capacity
256 GB
RAM Channels
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
20
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: AMD-V (SVM) (Ryzen 7 7840S) / not specified (Ryzen Threadripper 1920X). The Ryzen 7 7840S includes integrated graphics (Radeon 780M), while the Ryzen Threadripper 1920X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen 7 7840S targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Ryzen 7 7840S rivals Core i7-1360P.

FeatureRyzen 7 7840SRyzen Threadripper 1920X
Integrated GPU
Yes
IGPU Model
Radeon 780M
Unlocked
No
AVX-512
Yes
Virtualization
AMD-V (SVM)
Target Use
Gaming