AMD Ryzen 7 3700X vs AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X

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Performance
Ryzen 7 3700X3% better
18,283.549% of 36,991
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
17,83448% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 3700X has 3% better performance than the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 7 3700X211% better
55.5746% of 121.53
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
17.8515% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 3700X has 211% better value for the money than the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen 7 3700X CPU

The AMD Ryzen 7 3700X is a 8-core (16-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2019 with a suggested retail price of $329. It is part of AMD's Ryzen 7 lineup, which is based on the Zen 2 microarchitecture. The 3700X is compatible with AMD Socket AM4 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 7 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen 7 3700X 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 3700X 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 32 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen 7 3700X 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 3.6 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.4 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 3700X 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 3700X has the 89th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 49.43% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 18,283.5 score and $329 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 55.57. This is the 35th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X CPU

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X is a 16-core (32-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q3 2017 with a suggested retail price of $999. It is part of AMD's Ryzen Threadripper lineup, which is based on the Zen microarchitecture. The Threadripper 1950X is compatible with AMD Socket SP3r2 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X supports DDR4 memory and features a quad-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 4 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X 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 32 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X 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 3.4 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.0 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 Threadripper 1950X 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 Threadripper 1950X has the 95th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 48.21% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 17,834 score and $999 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 17.85. This is the 166th 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 3700XRyzen Threadripper 1950X
ManufacturerAMDAMD
SeriesRyzen 7Ryzen Threadripper
Market SegmentDesktopDesktop
Release DateQ3 2019Q3 2017
Launch Price (MSRP)$329$999
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen 7 3700X3% better
18,283.549% of 36,991
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
17,83448% of 36,991

The Ryzen 7 3700X has 3% better performance than the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 7 3700X is ranked 89th with a score of 18,283.5, and the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X is ranked 95th with a score of 17,834.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen 7 3700X211% better
55.5746% of 121.53
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
17.8515% of 121.53

The Ryzen 7 3700X has 211% better value for the money than the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen 7 3700X is ranked 35th with a performance per dollar of 55.57, and the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X is ranked 166th with a performance per dollar of 17.85.

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 3700X or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i9-9980XE19,237+5%
Ryzen 9 3900X18,932+4%
Ryzen 7 3800XT18,905+3%
Core i9-9900KS18,694+2%
Ryzen 7 3700X18,283.5
Core i7-1170018,083-1%
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X17,834-2%
Core i9-11900KB17,803-3%
Core i7-11700K17,324-5%
Core i9-9900K17,264-6%

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 3700X or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Ryzen 7 5800X3D60.66+9%
Core i7-1170055.98+1%
Ryzen 7 3700X55.57
Ryzen 7 5800X52.79-5%
Ryzen 5 2600X52.72-5%
Core i7-5700HQ21.38-62%
Core i9-10980XE19.01-66%
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X17.85-68%
Core i9-7900X15.28-73%
Core i9-9980XE9.72-83%

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 3700XRyzen Threadripper 1950X
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
18,283.5
(+2.52%)
17,834
3DMark Time Spy CPU
9,943.5
(+1.03%)
9,842
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
2,092
2,997
(+43.26%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
204
(+28.3%)
159
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
8,092
8,150
(+0.72%)
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,671
(+40.54%)
1,189
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
22,565
27,561
(+22.14%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,661
(+16.97%)
2,275
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 3700XRyzen Threadripper 1950X
ManufacturerAMDAMD
FoundryTSMCGlobalFoundries
Process Size7 nm14 nm
Transistors3,800 million9,600 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 3700XRyzen Threadripper 1950X
SeriesRyzen 7Ryzen Threadripper
MicroarchitectureZen 2Zen
CodenameMatisseZen
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4
Memory ChannelsDual-channelQuad-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 3700XRyzen Threadripper 1950X
Cores816
Threads1632
Clock Speed3.6 GHz3.4 GHz
Turbo Clock4.4 GHz4.0 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier36.0x34.0x
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 3700XRyzen Threadripper 1950X
L1 Cache64 KB96 KB
L2 Cache512 KB512 KB
L3 Cache32 MB32 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 3700XRyzen Threadripper 1950X
SocketAMD Socket AM4AMD Socket SP3r2
PCI ExpressPCIe 4.0 x24--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)65 W180 W
Package Power Tracking (PPT)88 W--
Tcase Max95 °C--
TJ Max--68 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen 7 3700XRyzen Threadripper 1950X
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, XFR

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