Ryzen Threadripper 3990X vs Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX
Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,850) | ✅ More affordable ($2,495) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Chagall PRO (2022) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+7%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,850) | ✅ More affordable ($2,495) |
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 5975WX
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 5975WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2022-03-08. It is based on the Chagall PRO (2022) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: sWRX8. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 74,985 points. Launch price was $3,299.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper 3990X packs 64 cores / 128 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X has 32 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X versus 4.5 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX — a 4.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX (base: 2.9 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper 3990X uses the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX uses Chagall PRO (2022) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X scores 79,889 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX's 74,985 — a 6.3% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 64,366 vs 53,977 (17.6% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,961 vs 1,686, a 15.1% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 22,045 vs 29,745 (29.7% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX). L3 cache: 256 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X vs 128 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 64 / 128+100% | 32 / 64 |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz | 4.5 GHz+5% |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz | 3.6 GHz+24% |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB+100% | 128 MB |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Matisse (2019−2020) | Chagall PRO (2022) |
| PassMark | 79,889+7% | 74,985 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 64,366+19% | 53,977 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,961+16% | 1,686 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 22,045 | 29,745+35% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper 3990X uses the TR4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX uses sWRX8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-3200 memory speed. The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX 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 5975WX). PCIe lanes: 88 (Ryzen Threadripper 3990X) vs 128 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX) — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: TRX40 (Ryzen Threadripper 3990X) and WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 5975WX rivals Xeon Gold 6338.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX |
|---|---|---|
| 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 5975WX debuted at $2495. At current prices ($2850 vs $2495), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX is $355 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X delivers 28.0 pts/$ vs 30.1 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX the 7% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3990 | $2495-37% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2850 | $2495-12% |
| Performance per Dollar | 28.0 | 30.1+8% |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2022 |
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