Ryzen Threadripper 1920
VS
EPYC 7203P

Ryzen Threadripper 1920 vs EPYC 7203P

AMD

Ryzen Threadripper 1920

12 Cores24 Thrd140 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2017
VS
AMD

EPYC 7203P

8 Cores16 Thrd120 WWMax: 3.4 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 EPYC 7203P

#15
EPYC 9174F
MSRP: $194|Avg: $30
122%
#16
EPYC 7302
MSRP: $978|Avg: $109
122%
#21
Xeon Platinum 8260M
MSRP: $7705|Avg: N/A
111%
#22
Xeon Platinum 8268
MSRP: $6302|Avg: N/A
111%
#24
Xeon Gold 6130H
MSRP: $1894|Avg: N/A
107%
#27
EPYC 7203P
MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A
100%
#41
Xeon W-2195
MSRP: $150|Avg: $5
85%
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 EPYC 7203P (2023) utilizes 7 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.
InsightRyzen Threadripper 1920EPYC 7203P
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($200)
More affordable ($0)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm)
✨ Modern (Milan (2021−2023) / 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 1920EPYC 7203P
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 EPYC 7203P

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.

AMD

EPYC 7203P

The EPYC 7203P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 5 September 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 22,017 points. Launch price was $348.

Processing Power

The Ryzen Threadripper 1920 packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the EPYC 7203P offers 8 cores / 16 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper 1920 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 1920 versus 3.4 GHz on the EPYC 7203P — a 11.1% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 1920 (base: 3.2 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper 1920 uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the EPYC 7203P uses Milan (2021−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper 1920 scores 22,066 against the EPYC 7203P's 22,017 — a 0.2% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper 1920. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper 1920 vs 64 MB (total) on the EPYC 7203P.

FeatureRyzen Threadripper 1920EPYC 7203P
Cores / Threads
12 / 24+50%
8 / 16
Boost Clock
3.8 GHz+12%
3.4 GHz
Base Clock
3.2 GHz+14%
2.8 GHz
L3 Cache
32 MB
64 MB (total)+100%
L2 Cache
512 kB (per core)
512 kB (per core)
Process
14 nm
7 nm-50%
Architecture
Zen (2017−2020)
Milan (2021−2023)
PassMark
22,066
22,017
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Memory & Platform

The Ryzen Threadripper 1920 uses the SP3r2 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 7203P uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

FeatureRyzen Threadripper 1920EPYC 7203P
Socket
SP3r2
SP3
PCIe Generation
PCIe 4.0
PCIe 4.0