Ryzen Threadripper 1920 vs Ryzen 5 5600XT
Ryzen Threadripper 1920
Ryzen 5 5600XT
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper 1920
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 5600XT
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 1920 | Ryzen 5 5600XT |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($180) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Vermeer (2020−2025) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 1920 | Ryzen 5 5600XT |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+12%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($200) | ✅ More affordable ($180) |
Performance Check
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 Ryzen 5 5600XT
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.
Ryzen 5 5600XT
The Ryzen 5 5600XT is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 31 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Vermeer (2020−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 22,310 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper 1920 packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Ryzen 5 5600XT offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper 1920 has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 1920 versus 4.7 GHz on the Ryzen 5 5600XT — a 21.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 5600XT (base: 3.2 GHz vs 3.7 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper 1920 uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 5600XT uses Vermeer (2020−2025) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper 1920 scores 22,066 against the Ryzen 5 5600XT's 22,310 — a 1.1% lead for the Ryzen 5 5600XT. Both processors carry 32 MB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 1920 | Ryzen 5 5600XT |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24+100% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz | 4.7 GHz+24% |
| Base Clock | 3.2 GHz | 3.7 GHz+16% |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB | 32 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Vermeer (2020−2025) |
| PassMark | 22,066 | 22,310+1% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper 1920 uses the SP3r2 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 5 5600XT uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 1920 | Ryzen 5 5600XT |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP3r2 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper 1920 launched at $799 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 5600XT debuted at $192. At current prices ($200 vs $180), the Ryzen 5 5600XT is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper 1920 delivers 110.3 pts/$ vs 123.9 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 5600XT — making the Ryzen 5 5600XT the 11.6% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 1920 | Ryzen 5 5600XT |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $799 | $192-76% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $200 | $180-10% |
| Performance per Dollar | 110.3 | 123.9+12% |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2024 |
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