Ryzen Threadripper 1920
VS
Core Ultra 5 135H

Ryzen Threadripper 1920 vs Core Ultra 5 135H

AMD

Ryzen Threadripper 1920

12 Cores24 Thrd140 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2017
VS
Intel

Core Ultra 5 135H

14 Cores18 Thrd0 WWMax: 4.6 GHz2023

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 Threadripper 1920

#268
Core i5-10500
MSRP: $200|Avg: $178
266%
#269
Celeron G6900T
MSRP: $42|Avg: $50
266%
#270
Core i9-10850K
MSRP: $453|Avg: $300
265%
#271
Core i9-13900E
MSRP: $554|Avg: $554
265%
#272
Core i9-9820X
MSRP: $889|Avg: $280
265%
#273
Core i9-9900X
MSRP: $989|Avg: $300
261%
#274
Ryzen 7 1800X
MSRP: $499|Avg: $120
118%
#274
Core i7-9700K
MSRP: $385|Avg: $200
261%
#275
Core i3-10320
MSRP: $154|Avg: $140
258%
#276
Core i5-9600KF
MSRP: $262|Avg: $150
257%
#277
Ryzen 3 PRO 5355GE
MSRP: $180|Avg: $180
257%
#278
Ryzen Threadripper 1900X
MSRP: $549|Avg: $116
111%
#278
Core i7-14701TE
MSRP: $392|Avg: $390
255%
#279
Core i9-11900KF
MSRP: $513|Avg: $349
255%
#279
Ryzen Threadripper 1920X
MSRP: $799|Avg: $265
105%
#280
Core i7-7820X
MSRP: $599|Avg: $198
104%
#280
Athlon Silver 3050GE
MSRP: $75|Avg: $65
253%
#281
Core i7-9700E
MSRP: $259|Avg: $180
253%
#282
Core i7-11700K
MSRP: $399|Avg: $350
252%
#283
Ryzen Threadripper 1920
MSRP: $799|Avg: $200
100%
#283
Ryzen 7 PRO 3700
MSRP: $329|Avg: $330
250%
#284
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
MSRP: $999|Avg: $300
100%
#284
Core i7-14701E
MSRP: $392|Avg: $380
249%
#285
Core i5-10400
MSRP: $182|Avg: $175
248%
#286
Core i3-12100
MSRP: $122|Avg: $180
248%
#287
Core Ultra 9 285T
MSRP: $549|Avg: $549
243%
#288
Core i5-12500TE
MSRP: $225|Avg: $225
241%
#288
Ryzen Threadripper 1950
MSRP: $999|Avg: $300
80%
#289
Athlon Silver PRO 3125GE
MSRP: $108|Avg: $70
240%
#290
Core i9-10900KF
MSRP: $509|Avg: $336
240%
#291
Core i9-14900T
MSRP: $549|Avg: $577
240%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 5 135H

#73
Core i9-13950HX
MSRP: $590|Avg: $199
107%
#82
Core i7-11700B
MSRP: $323|Avg: $311
103%
#83
Core i7-13700HX
MSRP: $485|Avg: N/A
103%
#86
Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 370
MSRP: $500|Avg: $500
102%
#87
Core Ultra 5 135H
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#96
Ryzen AI Max PRO 380
MSRP: $400|Avg: $400
95%
#97
Core Ultra 5 226V
MSRP: $300|Avg: $300
95%
#101
Core i5-1350P
MSRP: $320|Avg: $250
91%
#102
Core i3-1220P
MSRP: $250|Avg: $150
90%
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 Core Ultra 5 135H (2023) utilizes 7 nm technology and DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightRyzen Threadripper 1920Core Ultra 5 135H
Gaming
Lower gaming performance
Superior gaming performance
Workstation
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Better multi-core power
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($200)
More affordable ($0)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm)
✨ Modern (Meteor Lake-H (2023) / 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Ryzen Threadripper 1920 (2017) relies on 14 nm technology and **DDR4 Quad-channel**, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.
InsightRyzen Threadripper 1920Core Ultra 5 135H
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($200)
More affordable ($0)

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 Threadripper 1920 and Core Ultra 5 135H

AMD

Ryzen Threadripper 1920

The Ryzen Threadripper 1920 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 29 July 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Zen (2017−2020) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3r2. Thermal design power (TDP): 140 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Quad-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 22,066 points. Launch price was $299.

Intel

Core Ultra 5 135H

The Core Ultra 5 135H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Meteor Lake-H (2023) architecture. It features 14 cores and 18 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.6 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2049. Thermal design power (TDP): + 18 MB. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 22,116 points. Launch price was $342.

Processing Power

The Ryzen Threadripper 1920 packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Core Ultra 5 135H offers 14 cores / 18 threads — the Core Ultra 5 135H has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 1920 versus 4.6 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 135H — a 19% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 5 135H (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper 1920 uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core Ultra 5 135H uses Meteor Lake-H (2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper 1920 scores 22,066 against the Core Ultra 5 135H's 22,116 — a 0.2% lead for the Core Ultra 5 135H. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper 1920 vs 18 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 5 135H.

FeatureRyzen Threadripper 1920Core Ultra 5 135H
Cores / Threads
12 / 24
14 / 18+17%
Boost Clock
3.8 GHz
4.6 GHz+21%
Base Clock
3.2 GHz
3.6 GHz+12%
L3 Cache
32 MB+78%
18 MB (total)
L2 Cache
512 kB (per core)
2 MB (per core)+300%
Process
14 nm
7 nm-50%
Architecture
Zen (2017−2020)
Meteor Lake-H (2023)
PassMark
22,066
22,116
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen Threadripper 1920 uses the SP3r2 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core Ultra 5 135H uses FCBGA2049 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureRyzen Threadripper 1920Core Ultra 5 135H
Socket
SP3r2
FCBGA2049
PCIe Generation
PCIe 4.0
PCIe 5.0+25%