CPU
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Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX
EPYC 7302
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 7302
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX | EPYC 7302 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($100) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($109) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Castle Peak (2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Zen 2 (2017−2020) / 7 nm, 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX | EPYC 7302 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+9%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($100) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($109) |
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 PRO 3945WX and EPYC 7302
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 14 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Castle Peak (2020) architecture. It features 12 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 4 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (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: 33,455 points. Launch price was $499.
EPYC 7302
The EPYC 7302 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 155 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 33,499 points. Launch price was $978.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX packs 12 cores / 24 threads, while the EPYC 7302 offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the EPYC 7302 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX versus 3.3 GHz on the EPYC 7302 — a 26.3% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX (base: 4 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX uses the Castle Peak (2020) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the EPYC 7302 uses Zen 2 (2017−2020) (7 nm, 14 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX scores 33,455 against the EPYC 7302's 33,499 — a 0.1% lead for the EPYC 7302. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 18,500 vs 19,500 (5.3% advantage for the EPYC 7302). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,652 vs 1,192, a 32.3% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 11,500 vs 10,254 (11.5% advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX). L3 cache: 64 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX vs 32 MB (total) on the EPYC 7302.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX | EPYC 7302 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 12 / 24 | 16 / 32+33% |
| Boost Clock | 4.3 GHz+30% | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 4 GHz+33% | 3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 64 MB+100% | 32 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm | 7 nm, 14 nm |
| Architecture | Castle Peak (2020) | Zen 2 (2017−2020) |
| PassMark | 33,455 | 33,499 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 18,500 | 19,500+5% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,652+39% | 1,192 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 11,500+12% | 10,254 |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX uses the sWRX8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 7302 uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-3200 memory speed. The EPYC 7302 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX) and WRX80,SP3 (EPYC 7302).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX | EPYC 7302 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sWRX8 | SP3 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 4.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 GB | 4096 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 8 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX) vs AMD-V, SEV (EPYC 7302). Primary use case: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX targets Professional Workstation, EPYC 7302 targets Server / Multi-thread Workstation. Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX rivals Xeon w5-2455X; EPYC 7302 rivals Xeon Gold 6230.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX | EPYC 7302 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | AMD-V | AMD-V, SEV |
| Target Use | Professional Workstation | Server / Multi-thread Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX launched at $1149 MSRP, while the EPYC 7302 debuted at $978. At current prices ($100 vs $109), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX is $9 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX delivers 334.6 pts/$ vs 307.3 pts/$ for the EPYC 7302 — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX the 8.5% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX | EPYC 7302 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $1149 | $978-15% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100-8% | $109 |
| Performance per Dollar | 334.6+9% | 307.3 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2019 |
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