Ryzen Threadripper 1920X vs Ryzen 5 240
Ryzen Threadripper 1920X
Ryzen 5 240
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.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper 1920X
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 1920X | Ryzen 5 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($265) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Hawk Point (2024−2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 1920X | Ryzen 5 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($265) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
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 1920X and Ryzen 5 240
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.
Ryzen 5 240
The Ryzen 5 240 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 6 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Hawk Point (2024−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 4.3 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 16 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: FP8. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 23,167 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper 1920X packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the Ryzen 5 240 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper 1920X has 6 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 1920X versus 5 GHz on the Ryzen 5 240 — a 17.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 240 (base: 3.5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper 1920X uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 240 uses Hawk Point (2024−2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper 1920X scores 23,150 against the Ryzen 5 240's 23,167 — a 0.1% lead for the Ryzen 5 240. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper 1920X vs 16 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 240.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 1920X | Ryzen 5 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24+100% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz | 5 GHz+19% |
| Base Clock | 3.5 GHz | 4.3 GHz+23% |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB+100% | 16 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 4 nm-71% |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Hawk Point (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 23,150 | 23,167 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper 1920X uses the SP3r2 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 5 240 uses FP8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 1920X | Ryzen 5 240 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP3r2 | FP8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper 1920X launched at $799 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 240 debuted at $0. At current prices ($265 vs $0), the Ryzen 5 240 is $265 cheaper.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 1920X | Ryzen 5 240 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $799 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $265 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 87.4 | — |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2025 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Ryzen Threadripper 1920X and Ryzen 5 240
