Ryzen Threadripper 1950X vs Core i9-10940X
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
Core i9-10940X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-10940X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 1950X | Core i9-10940X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($300) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($460) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Cascade Lake-X (2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 1950X | Core i9-10940X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+52%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($300) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($460) |
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 1950X and Core i9-10940X
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X 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 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 4 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: 27,487 points. Launch price was $999.
Core i9-10940X
The Core i9-10940X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 19 October 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Cascade Lake-X (2019) architecture. It features 14 cores and 28 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 19.25 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA2066. Thermal design power (TDP): 165 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 27,684 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Core i9-10940X offers 14 cores / 28 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X versus 4.8 GHz on the Core i9-10940X — a 18.2% clock advantage for the Core i9-10940X (base: 3.4 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i9-10940X uses Cascade Lake-X (2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X scores 27,487 against the Core i9-10940X's 27,684 — a 0.7% lead for the Core i9-10940X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,040 vs 1,450, a 32.9% lead for the Core i9-10940X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 9,000 vs 11,000 (20% advantage for the Core i9-10940X). L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X vs 19.25 MB (total) on the Core i9-10940X.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 1950X | Core i9-10940X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+14% | 14 / 28 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 4.8 GHz+20% |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz+3% | 3.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB+66% | 19.25 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Cascade Lake-X (2019) |
| PassMark | 27,487 | 27,684 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 19,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,040 | 1,450+39% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 9,000 | 11,000+22% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X uses the SP3r2 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i9-10940X uses LGA2066 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2666 memory speed. Both support up to 256 GB of RAM. Both feature 4-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 64 (Ryzen Threadripper 1950X) vs 48 (Core i9-10940X) — the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X399 (Ryzen Threadripper 1950X) and X299 (Core i9-10940X).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 1950X | Core i9-10940X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP3r2 | LGA2066 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | DDR4-2933 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 4 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64+33% | 48 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Only the Core i9-10940X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper 1950X) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i9-10940X). Primary use case: Ryzen Threadripper 1950X targets Workstation, Core i9-10940X targets High-End Desktop.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 1950X | Core i9-10940X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | — | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Workstation | High-End Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X launched at $999 MSRP, while the Core i9-10940X debuted at $784. At current prices ($300 vs $460), the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X is $160 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X delivers 91.6 pts/$ vs 60.2 pts/$ for the Core i9-10940X — making the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X the 41.4% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 1950X | Core i9-10940X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $999 | $784-22% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $300-35% | $460 |
| Performance per Dollar | 91.6+52% | 60.2 |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2019 |
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