Ryzen Threadripper 3990X vs Xeon 6737P
Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
Xeon 6737P
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
Performance Per Dollar Xeon 6737P
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($2,850) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,995) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Granite Rapids (2024−2025) / Intel 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+76%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($2,850) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($4,995) |
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 Xeon 6737P
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.
Xeon 6737P
The Xeon 6737P is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 February 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Granite Rapids (2024−2025) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 144 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4710. Thermal design power (TDP): 270 Watt. Memory support: DDR5(6400MT/s). Passmark benchmark score: 79,634 points. Launch price was $4,995.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper 3990X packs 64 cores / 128 threads, while the Xeon 6737P 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 GHz on the Xeon 6737P — a 7.2% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X (base: 2.9 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper 3990X uses the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the Xeon 6737P uses Granite Rapids (2024−2025) (Intel 3 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X scores 79,889 against the Xeon 6737P's 79,634 — a 0.3% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,961 vs 2,000, a 2% lead for the Xeon 6737P that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 22,045 vs 45,000 (68.5% advantage for the Xeon 6737P). L3 cache: 256 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X vs 144 MB (total) on the Xeon 6737P.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 64 / 128+100% | 32 / 64 |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz+7% | 4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.9 GHz | 2.9 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB+78% | 144 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 2 MB (per core)+300% |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm | Intel 3 nm-57% |
| Architecture | Matisse (2019−2020) | Granite Rapids (2024−2025) |
| PassMark | 79,889 | 79,634 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 64,366 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,961 | 2,000+2% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 22,045 | 45,000+104% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper 3990X uses the TR4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Xeon 6737P uses LGA4710 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X versus DDR5-6400 on the Xeon 6737P — the Xeon 6737P supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Xeon 6737P supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 256 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 4 (Ryzen Threadripper 3990X) vs 8 (Xeon 6737P). Both provide 88 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: TRX40 (Ryzen Threadripper 3990X) and C741 (Xeon 6737P).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | TR4 | LGA4710 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR5-6400+25% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 GB | 4096 GB+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 4 | 8+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 88 | 88 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon 6737P supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (Ryzen Threadripper 3990X) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon 6737P). Primary use case: Xeon 6737P targets High Performance Server. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper 3990X rivals Core i9-10980XE; Xeon 6737P rivals EPYC 9005.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | — | High Performance Server |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper 3990X launched at $3990 MSRP, while the Xeon 6737P debuted at $4995. At current prices ($2850 vs $4995), the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X is $2145 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X delivers 28.0 pts/$ vs 15.9 pts/$ for the Xeon 6737P — making the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X the 55% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Xeon 6737P |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $3990-20% | $4995 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $2850-43% | $4995 |
| Performance per Dollar | 28.0+76% | 15.9 |
| Release Date | 2019 | 2025 |
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