AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X vs Intel Pentium Gold 5405U

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Performance
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X466% better
17,83448% of 36,991
Pentium Gold 5405U
3,148.59% of 36,991

The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X has 466% better performance than the Pentium Gold 5405U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
17.8515% of 121.53
Pentium Gold 5405U10% better
19.5616% of 121.53

The Pentium Gold 5405U has 10% 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 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.

About the Intel Pentium Gold 5405U CPU

The Intel Pentium Gold 5405U is an end-of-life 2-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2019 with a suggested retail price of $161. It is part of Intel's Pentium Gold lineup, which is based on the Whiskey Lake microarchitecture. The Gold 5405U is compatible with Intel BGA 1528 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 620 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Pentium Gold 5405U supports DDR4 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Pentium Gold 5405U 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 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 2 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Pentium Gold 5405U features 2 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.3 GHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Pentium Gold 5405U includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 620. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Pentium Gold 5405U has the 514th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 8.51% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 3,148.5 score and $161 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 19.56. This is the 161st 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 Threadripper 1950XPentium Gold 5405U
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen ThreadripperPentium Gold
Market SegmentDesktopMobile
Release DateQ3 2017Q1 2019
Launch Price (MSRP)$999$161
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X466% better
17,83448% of 36,991
Pentium Gold 5405U
3,148.59% of 36,991

The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X has 466% better performance than the Pentium Gold 5405U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X is ranked 95th with a score of 17,834, and the Pentium Gold 5405U is ranked 514th with a score of 3,148.5.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
17.8515% of 121.53
Pentium Gold 5405U10% better
19.5616% of 121.53

The Pentium Gold 5405U has 10% better value for the money than the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X is ranked 166th with a performance per dollar of 17.85, and the Pentium Gold 5405U is ranked 161st with a performance per dollar of 19.56.

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 Threadripper 1950X or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen 7 3700X18,283.5+3%
Core i7-1170018,083+1%
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X17,834
Core i9-11900KB17,803-0%
Core i7-11700K17,324-3%
Core i5-5200U3,365.5-81%
Core i7-640M3,356-81%
Pentium Gold 5405U3,148.5-82%
Core i5-L16G73,015-83%
Core i3-5010U3,002-83%

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 Threadripper 1950X or
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-5700HQ21.38+20%
Core i7-4800MQ20.78+16%
Core i3-7100H20.26+14%
Pentium Gold 5405U19.56+10%
Core i9-10980XE19.01+6%
Core i7-4712HQ18.49+4%
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X17.85
Celeron 3865U17.81-0%
Core i9-7900X15.28-14%
Core i9-9980XE9.72-46%

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 Threadripper 1950XPentium Gold 5405U
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
17,834
(+466.43%)
3,148.5
3DMark Time Spy CPU
9,842
(+583.95%)
1,439
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
2,997
(+1,186.27%)
233
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
159
(+71.71%)
92.6
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
8,150
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Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,189
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CPU Mark Multi-Thread
27,561
(+1,115.75%)
2,267
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,275
(+72.48%)
1,319
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 Threadripper 1950XPentium Gold 5405U
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryGlobalFoundriesIntel
Process Size14 nm10 nm
Transistors9,600 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 Threadripper 1950XPentium Gold 5405U
SeriesRyzen ThreadripperPentium Gold
MicroarchitectureZenWhiskey Lake
CodenameZenWhiskey Lake-U
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4
Memory ChannelsQuad-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 Threadripper 1950XPentium Gold 5405U
Cores162
Threads324
Clock Speed3.4 GHz2.3 GHz
Turbo Clock4.0 GHz--
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier34.0x23.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesNo

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 Threadripper 1950XPentium Gold 5405U
L1 Cache96 KB64 KB
L2 Cache512 KB256 KB
L3 Cache32 MB2 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 Threadripper 1950XPentium Gold 5405U
SocketAMD Socket SP3r2Intel BGA 1528
PCI Express--PCIe 3.0 x12
Thermal Design Power (TDP)180 W15 W
TJ Max68 °C100 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen Threadripper 1950XPentium Gold 5405U
Integrated Graphics--UHD Graphics 620
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, XFRMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2

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