Ryzen Threadripper 3990X vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($2,850) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,486) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+17%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($2,850) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,486) |
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 3990X and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
The Ryzen Threadripper 3990X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 79,889 points. Launch price was $3,999.
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: sWRX8. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 83,235 points. Launch price was $5,500.
Processing Power
Both the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX share an identical 64-core/128-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX — a 2.4% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.7 GHz). Both are built on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture using a 7 nm, 12 nm process. In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X scores 79,889 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX's 83,235 — a 4.1% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 64,366 vs 64,355 (0% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,961 vs 1,266, a 43.1% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 22,045 vs 20,256 (8.5% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X). Both processors carry 256 MB of L3 cache.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 64 / 128 | 64 / 128 |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz+2% | 4.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz+7% | 2.7 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB | 256 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm |
| Architecture | Matisse (2019−2020) | Matisse (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 79,889 | 83,235+4% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 64,366 | 64,355 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,961+55% | 1,266 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 22,045+9% | 20,256 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper 3990X uses the TR4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX uses sWRX8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-3200 memory speed. The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 256 GB — 155.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Ryzen Threadripper 3990X) vs 8 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX). PCIe lanes: 88 (Ryzen Threadripper 3990X) vs 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: TRX40 (Ryzen Threadripper 3990X) and WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | TR4 | sWRX8 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB | 2048 GB+700% |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 8+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 88 | 128+45% |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Both support true virtualization. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper 3990X rivals Core i9-10980XE; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX rivals Xeon Platinum 8280.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | true |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper 3990X launched at $3990 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX debuted at $5489. At current prices ($2850 vs $3486), the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X is $636 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X delivers 28.0 pts/$ vs 23.9 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX — making the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X the 16% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3990-27% | $5489 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2850-18% | $3486 |
| Performance per Dollar | 28.0+17% | 23.9 |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2020 |
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