AMD Ryzen 7 2700X vs AMD Ryzen 9 3950X

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Performance
Ryzen 7 2700X
15,09841% of 36,991
Ryzen 9 3950X39% better
21,01657% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 3950X has 39% better performance than the Ryzen 7 2700X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 7 2700X64% better
45.8938% of 121.53
Ryzen 9 3950X
28.0623% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 2700X has 64% better value for the money than the Ryzen 9 3950X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 7 2700X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 2700X is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2018 with a suggested retail price of $329. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen+ microarchitecture. The 2700X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 12 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 7 2700X supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 7 2700X has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 16 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 7 2700X features 8 total cores which can process 16 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.7 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.3 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 7 2700X does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Ryzen 7 2700X has the 140th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 40.82% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 15,098 score and $329 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 45.89. This is the 60th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD Ryzen 9 3950X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 9 3950X is a 16-core (32-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q4 2019 with a suggested retail price of $749. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 9 lineup, which is based on the Zen 2 microarchitecture. The 3950X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 9 3950X supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen 9 3950X has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 512 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 64 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 9 3950X features 16 total cores which can process 32 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.5 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.7 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Ryzen 9 3950X does not include an integrated graphics solution. A dedicated graphics card will be required if you require a monitor with your computer.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Ryzen 9 3950X has the 63rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 56.81% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 21,016 score and $749 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 28.06. This is the 127th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoRyzen 7 2700XRyzen 9 3950X
ManufacturerAMDAMD
SeriesRyzen 7Ryzen 9
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ2 2018Q4 2019
Launch Price (MSRP)$329$749
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 7 2700X
15,09841% of 36,991
Ryzen 9 3950X39% better
21,01657% of 36,991

The Ryzen 9 3950X has 39% better performance than the Ryzen 7 2700X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 7 2700X is ranked 140th with a score of 15,098, and the Ryzen 9 3950X is ranked 63rd with a score of 21,016.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 7 2700X64% better
45.8938% of 121.53
Ryzen 9 3950X
28.0623% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 2700X has 64% better value for the money than the Ryzen 9 3950X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 7 2700X is ranked 60th with a performance per dollar of 45.89, and the Ryzen 9 3950X is ranked 127th with a performance per dollar of 28.06.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Ryzen 7 2700X or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i9-10900K21,935+45%
Ryzen 9 5900X21,043.5+39%
Ryzen 9 3950X21,016+39%
Core i9-11900K20,662+37%
Core i9-10980XE20,452+35%
Core i5-11400F15,367+2%
Core i9-7900X15,260+1%
Ryzen 7 2700X15,098
Core i7-8700K14,766-2%
Core i7-9700K14,657-3%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Ryzen 7 2700X or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 7 3800XT47.38+3%
Ryzen 7 270046.69+2%
Ryzen 7 2700X45.89
Core i7-870043.93-4%
Core i7-11700K43.42-5%
Core i9-11900KB33.03-28%
Ryzen 9 5950X31.48-31%
Ryzen 9 3950X28.06-39%
Core i7-8086K27.19-41%
Core i9-10980XE19.01-59%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkRyzen 7 2700XRyzen 9 3950X
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
15,098
21,016
(+39.2%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
8,747
12,404
(+41.81%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
1,762
4,002
(+127.13%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
175.7
209
(+18.95%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
6,131
10,845
(+76.89%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,255
1,735
(+38.25%)
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
17,527
38,780
(+121.26%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,421
2,705
(+11.73%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecRyzen 7 2700XRyzen 9 3950X
ManufacturerAMDAMD
FoundryGlobalFoundriesTSMC
Process Size12 nm7 nm
Transistors4,800 million7,600 million

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecRyzen 7 2700XRyzen 9 3950X
SeriesRyzen 7Ryzen 9
MicroarchitectureZen+Zen 2
CodenameZenMatisse
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen 7 2700XRyzen 9 3950X
Cores816
Threads1632
Clock Speed3.7 GHz3.5 GHz
Turbo Clock4.3 GHz4.7 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier37.0x35.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesYes

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecRyzen 7 2700XRyzen 9 3950X
L1 Cache96 KB64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB512 KB
L3 Cache16 MB64 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecRyzen 7 2700XRyzen 9 3950X
SocketAMD Socket AM4AMD Socket AM4
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x16PCIe 4.0 x24
Thermal Design Power (TDP)105 W105 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)--142 W
Tcase Max--95 °C
TJ Max85 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecRyzen 7 2700XRyzen 9 3950X
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost 2, XFR 2MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost 2, XFR 2

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.