AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX | AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D | |
CPU comparisonIn this CPU comparison, we compare the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D and use benchmarks to check which processor is faster.
We compare the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX 24 core processor released in Q3/2018 with the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D which has 12 CPU cores and was introduced in Q1/2023. |
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AMD Ryzen Threadripper (13) | Family | AMD Ryzen 9 (40) |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2000 (4) | CPU group | AMD Ryzen 7000 (14) |
2 | Generation | 6 |
Colfax (Zen+) | Architecture | Raphael (Zen 4) |
Desktop / Server | Segment | Desktop / Server |
-- | Predecessor | -- |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X | Successor | -- |
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CPU Cores and Base FrequencyThe AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is a 24 core processor with a clock frequency of 3.00 GHz (4.20 GHz). The processor can compute 48 threads at the same time. The AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D clocks with 4.40 GHz (5.60 GHz), has 12 CPU cores and can calculate 24 threads in parallel. |
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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX | Characteristic | AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D |
24 | Cores | 12 |
48 | Threads | 24 |
normal | Core architecture | normal |
Yes | Hyperthreading | Yes |
Yes | Overclocking ? | No |
3.00 GHz | Frequency | 4.40 GHz |
4.20 GHz | Turbo Frequency (1 Core) | 5.60 GHz |
3.00 GHz | Turbo Frequency (All Cores) | 5.20 GHz |
Integrated graphics (iGPU)Graphics (iGPU) integrated into the processor not only enable image output without having to rely on a dedicated graphics solution, but can also efficiently accelerate video playback. |
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no iGPU | GPU | AMD Radeon Graphics (Raphael) |
GPU frequency | 0.40 GHz | |
-- | GPU (Turbo) | 2.20 GHz |
-- | GPU Generation | 9 |
Technology | 5 nm | |
Max. displays | 3 | |
-- | Compute units | 2 |
-- | Shader | 128 |
No | Hardware Raytracing | No |
No | Frame Generation | No |
-- | Max. GPU Memory | 8 GB |
-- | DirectX Version | 12 |
Hardware codec supportA photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos. |
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no iGPU | GPU | AMD Radeon Graphics (Raphael) |
No | Codec h265 / HEVC (8 bit) | Decode / Encode |
No | Codec h265 / HEVC (10 bit) | Decode / Encode |
No | Codec h264 | Decode / Encode |
No | Codec VP9 | Decode / Encode |
No | Codec VP8 | Decode / Encode |
No | Codec AV1 | Decode |
No | Codec AVC | Decode / Encode |
No | Codec VC-1 | Decode |
No | Codec JPEG | Decode / Encode |
Memory & PCIeUp to GB of memory in a maximum of 4 memory channels is supported by the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX, while the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D supports a maximum of 128 GB of memory with a maximum memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s enabled. |
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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX | Characteristic | AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D |
DDR4-2933 | Memory | DDR5-5200 |
Max. Memory | 128 GB | |
4 (Quad Channel) | Memory channels | 2 (Dual Channel) |
93.8 GB/s | Max. Bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s |
Yes | ECC | Yes |
12.00 MB | L2 Cache | 12.00 MB |
64.00 MB | L3 Cache | 128.00 MB |
3.0 | PCIe version | 5.0 |
64 | PCIe lanes | 24 |
63.0 GB/s | PCIe Bandwidth | 94.5 GB/s |
Thermal ManagementThe AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a TDP of 250 W. The TDP of the AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D is 120 W. System integrators use the TDP of the processor as a guide when dimensioning the cooling solution. |
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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX | Characteristic | AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D |
250 W | TDP (PL1 / PBP) | 120 W |
-- | TDP (PL2) | 162 W |
-- | TDP up | -- |
-- | TDP down | -- |
-- | Tjunction max. | 89 °C |
Technical detailsThe AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has 76.00 MB cache and is manufactured in 12 nm. The cache of AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D is at 140.00 MB. The processor is manufactured in 5 nm. |
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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX | Characteristic | AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D |
12 nm | Technology | 5 nm |
Chiplet | Chip design | Chiplet |
x86-64 (64 bit) | Instruction set (ISA) | x86-64 (64 bit) |
SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3 | ISA extensions | SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2,FMA3, AVX2, AVX512 |
TR4 (SP3r2) | Socket | AM5 (LGA 1718) |
AMD-V, SVM | Virtualization | AMD-V, SVM |
Yes | AES-NI | Yes |
Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux | Operating systems | Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux |
Q3/2018 | Release date | Q1/2023 |
1299 $ | Release price | -- |
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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 4.20 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 5.60 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 3.00 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 5.20 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 4.20 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 5.60 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 3.00 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 5.20 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 3.00 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 5.20 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 4.20 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 5.60 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 4.20 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 5.60 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 4.20 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 5.60 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 3.00 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 5.20 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 4.20 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 5.60 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 3.00 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 5.20 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
@ 0.00 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
AMD Radeon Graphics (Raphael) @ 2.20 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 3.00 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 5.20 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 3.00 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 5.20 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 3.00 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 4.40 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 4.20 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 5.60 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
24C 48T @ 3.00 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C 24T @ 5.20 GHz |
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX
3.00 GHz |
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AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D
27,084 CB R23 MC @ 115 W |
Devices using this processor |
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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX | AMD Ryzen 9 7900X3D |
Unknown | Unknown |