Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX vs EPYC 9374F
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
EPYC 9374F
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX
Performance Per Dollar EPYC 9374F
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX | EPYC 9374F |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,486) | ✅ More affordable ($3,466) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) | ✨ Modern (Genoa (2022−2023) / 5 nm, 6 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX | EPYC 9374F |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($3,486) | ✅ More affordable ($3,466) |
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 3995WX and EPYC 9374F
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.
EPYC 9374F
The EPYC 9374F is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 November 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 3.85 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 320 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 82,009 points. Launch price was $4,850.
Processing Power
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX packs 64 cores / 128 threads, while the EPYC 9374F offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX has 32 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX versus 4.3 GHz on the EPYC 9374F — a 2.4% clock advantage for the EPYC 9374F (base: 2.7 GHz vs 3.85 GHz). The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX uses the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture (7 nm, 12 nm), while the EPYC 9374F uses Genoa (2022−2023) (5 nm, 6 nm). In PassMark, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX scores 83,235 against the EPYC 9374F's 82,009 — a 1.5% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX. L3 cache: 256 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX vs 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 9374F.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX | EPYC 9374F |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 64 / 128+100% | 32 / 64 |
| Boost Clock | 4.2 GHz | 4.3 GHz+2% |
| Base Clock | 2.7 GHz | 3.85 GHz+43% |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB | 256 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 512K (per core) | 1 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 7 nm, 12 nm | 5 nm, 6 nm-29% |
| Architecture | Matisse (2019−2020) | Genoa (2022−2023) |
| PassMark | 83,235+1% | 82,009 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 64,355 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,266 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 20,256 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX uses the sWRX8 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the EPYC 9374F uses SP5 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX versus 4800 on the EPYC 9374F — the EPYC 9374F supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9374F supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 100% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 8 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX) vs 12 (EPYC 9374F). Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX) and SP5 (EPYC 9374F).
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX | EPYC 9374F |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | sWRX8 | SP5 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-3200 | 4800+119900% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 2048 GB+34952433% | 6144 |
| RAM Channels | 8 | 12+50% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 128 | 128 |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 9374F supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX) vs VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP (EPYC 9374F). Direct competitor: Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX rivals Xeon Platinum 8280; EPYC 9374F rivals Xeon Platinum 8480+.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX | EPYC 9374F |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | No | No |
| IGPU Model | None | None |
| Unlocked | Yes | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX launched at $5489 MSRP, while the EPYC 9374F debuted at $4850. At current prices ($3486 vs $3466), the EPYC 9374F is $20 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX delivers 23.9 pts/$ vs 23.7 pts/$ for the EPYC 9374F — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX the 0.9% better value option.
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX | EPYC 9374F |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $5489 | $4850-12% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $3486 | $3466 |
| Performance per Dollar | 23.9 | 23.7 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2022 |
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