Ryzen Threadripper 1950X vs Ryzen 5 PRO 7645
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
Ryzen 5 PRO 7645
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 1950X
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 PRO 7645
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 1950X | Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) | ✅ More affordable ($192) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen (2017−2020) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raphael (2023−2025) / 5 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 1950X | Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+57%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($300) | ✅ More affordable ($192) |
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 Ryzen 5 PRO 7645
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.
Ryzen 5 PRO 7645
The Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 June 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raphael (2023−2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 27,565 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X packs 16 cores / 32 threads, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X has 10 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X versus 5.1 GHz on the Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 — a 24.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 (base: 3.4 GHz vs 3.8 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X uses the Zen (2017−2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 uses Raphael (2023−2025) (5 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X scores 27,487 against the Ryzen 5 PRO 7645's 27,565 — a 0.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 PRO 7645. L3 cache: 32 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 PRO 7645.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 1950X | Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 16 / 32+167% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4 GHz | 5.1 GHz+27% |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz | 3.8 GHz+12% |
| L3 Cache | 32 MB | 32 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | 5 nm-64% |
| Architecture | Zen (2017−2020) | Raphael (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 27,487 | 27,565 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,040 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 9,000 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X uses the SP3r2 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 1950X | Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | SP3r2 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2666 | — |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB | — |
| RAM Channels | 4 | — |
| ECC Support | ✅ | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 64 | — |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper 1950X) / not specified (Ryzen 5 PRO 7645). Primary use case: Ryzen Threadripper 1950X targets Workstation.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 1950X | Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | — |
| AVX-512 | No | — |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | — |
| Target Use | Workstation | — |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X launched at $999 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 debuted at $229. At current prices ($300 vs $192), the Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 is $108 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X delivers 91.6 pts/$ vs 143.6 pts/$ for the Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 — making the Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 the 44.2% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 1950X | Ryzen 5 PRO 7645 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $999 | $229-77% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $300 | $192-36% |
| Performance per Dollar | 91.6 | 143.6+57% |
| Release Date | 2017 | 2023 |
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 1950X and Ryzen 5 PRO 7645
