CPU
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Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
EPYC 4245P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 4245P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX | EPYC 4245P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,300) | ✅ More affordable ($0) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Zen+ (2018−2019) / 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Grado (2025) / 4 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX | EPYC 4245P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($1,300) | ✅ 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 2970WX and EPYC 4245P
Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
The Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2 October 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Quad-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 30,954 points. Launch price was $1,299.
EPYC 4245P
The EPYC 4245P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 May 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Grado (2025) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.9 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 31,135 points. Launch price was $239.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX packs 24 cores / 48 threads, while the EPYC 4245P offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has 18 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX versus 5.4 GHz on the EPYC 4245P — a 25% clock advantage for the EPYC 4245P (base: 3 GHz vs 3.9 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX uses the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture (12 nm), while the EPYC 4245P uses Grado (2025) (4 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX scores 30,954 against the EPYC 4245P's 31,135 — a 0.6% lead for the EPYC 4245P. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 29,045 vs 12,000 (83.1% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,240 vs 3,347, a 91.9% lead for the EPYC 4245P that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 7,241 vs 14,616 (67.5% advantage for the EPYC 4245P). L3 cache: 64 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX vs 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 4245P.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX | EPYC 4245P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 48+300% | 6 / 12 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz | 5.4 GHz+29% |
| Base Clock | 3 GHz | 3.9 GHz+30% |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB+100% | 32 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 12 nm | 4 nm-67% |
| Architecture | Zen+ (2018−2019) | Grado (2025) |
| PassMark | 30,954 | 31,135 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 29,045+142% | 12,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,240 | 3,347+170% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 7,241 | 14,616+102% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX uses the TR4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 4245P uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2933 on the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX versus DDR5-5600 on the EPYC 4245P — the EPYC 4245P supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 256 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX) vs 2 (EPYC 4245P). PCIe lanes: 64 (Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX) vs 24 (EPYC 4245P) — the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: X399 (Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX) and AM5 platform (EPYC 4245P).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX | EPYC 4245P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | TR4 | AM5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2933 | DDR5-5600+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 GB+700% | 256 GB |
| RAM Channels | 4+100% | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 64+167% | 24 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 4245P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support AMD-V virtualization. The EPYC 4245P includes integrated graphics (Radeon Graphics (RDNA 2)), while the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX targets Extreme Multi-threaded Workstation, EPYC 4245P targets Entry-level Server / Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX rivals Core i9-7940X; EPYC 4245P rivals Xeon E-2436.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX | EPYC 4245P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | Yes |
| IGPU Model | — | Radeon Graphics (RDNA 2) |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V |
| Target Use | Extreme Multi-threaded Workstation | Entry-level Server / Workstation |
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