AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX vs Intel Core i9-7900X

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Performance
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX49% better
22,70961% of 36,991
Core i9-7900X
15,26041% of 36,991

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX has 49% better performance than the Core i9-7900X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX
2.272% of 121.53
Core i9-7900X573% better
15.2813% of 121.53

The Core i9-7900X has 573% better value for the money than the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX CPU

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX is a 96-core (192-thread) processor built for the workstation CPU market. It launched in Q4 2023 with a suggested retail price of $9,999. It is part of AMD's Ryzen Threadripper lineup, which is based on the Zen 4 microarchitecture. The Threadripper PRO 7995WX is compatible with AMD Socket sTR5 motherboards and is fabricated on TSMC's 5 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX supports DDR5 memory and features a octa-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 8 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX 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 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 384 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX features 96 total cores which can process 192 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2.5 GHz, and it can boost up to 5.1 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 PRO 7995WX 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 PRO 7995WX has the 47th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 61.39% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 22,709 score and $9,999 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 2.27. This is the 214th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i9-7900X CPU

The Intel Core i9-7900X is an end-of-life 10-core (20-thread) processor built for the desktop CPU market. It launched in Q2 2017 with a suggested retail price of $999. It is part of Intel's Core i9 lineup, which is based on the X-Series 7th Gen microarchitecture. The i9-7900X is compatible with Intel Socket 2066 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process.

Memory and Cache

The Core i9-7900X supports DDR4 memory and features a quad-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 4 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i9-7900X 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 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 14 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i9-7900X features 10 total cores which can process 20 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 3.3 GHz, and it can boost up to 4.5 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 Core i9-7900X 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 Core i9-7900X has the 133rd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 41.25% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 15,260 score and $999 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 15.28. This is the 177th 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 PRO 7995WXCore i9-7900X
ManufacturerAMDIntel
SeriesRyzen ThreadripperCore i9
Market SegmentWorkstationDesktop
Release DateQ4 2023Q2 2017
Launch Price (MSRP)$9,999$999
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX49% better
22,70961% of 36,991
Core i9-7900X
15,26041% of 36,991

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX has 49% better performance than the Core i9-7900X for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX is ranked 47th with a score of 22,709, and the Core i9-7900X is ranked 133rd with a score of 15,260.

Performance per dollar
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX
2.272% of 121.53
Core i9-7900X573% better
15.2813% of 121.53

The Core i9-7900X has 573% better value for the money than the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX is ranked 214th with a performance per dollar of 2.27, and the Core i9-7900X is ranked 177th with a performance per dollar of 15.28.

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.

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CPUBenchmark Performance
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX22,709
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX17,518-23%
Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX17,290-24%
Core i5-11600K16,381-28%
Core i5-11400F15,367-32%
Core i9-7900X15,260-33%
Ryzen 7 2700X15,098-34%
Core i7-8700K14,766-35%
Xeon W-214513,993-38%

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.

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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 PRO 7995WXCore i9-7900X
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
22,709
(+48.81%)
15,260
3DMark Time Spy CPU
12,117
(+19.6%)
10,131
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
15,842
(+637.52%)
2,148
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
286
(+48.42%)
192.7
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
25,365
(+188.24%)
8,800
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
2,702
(+87.77%)
1,439
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
152,671
(+623.35%)
21,106
CPU Mark Single-Thread
3,970
(+55.14%)
2,559
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 PRO 7995WXCore i9-7900X
ManufacturerAMDIntel
FoundryTSMCIntel
Process Size5 nm14 nm
Transistors78,840 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 PRO 7995WXCore i9-7900X
SeriesRyzen ThreadripperCore i9
MicroarchitectureZen 4X-Series 7th Gen
CodenameStorm PeakSkylake-X
Memory SupportDDR5DDR4
Memory ChannelsOcta-channelQuad-channel
ECC MemoryYesNo

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 PRO 7995WXCore i9-7900X
Cores9610
Threads19220
Clock Speed2.5 GHz3.3 GHz
Turbo Clock5.1 GHz4.5 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier25.0x33.0x
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 Threadripper PRO 7995WXCore i9-7900X
L1 Cache64 KB64 KB
L2 Cache1 MB1 MB
L3 Cache384 MB14 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 PRO 7995WXCore i9-7900X
SocketAMD Socket sTR5Intel Socket 2066
PCI ExpressPCIe 5.0 x128, PCIe 3.0 x8PCIe 3.0 x44
Thermal Design Power (TDP)350 W140 W
Tcase Max--72 °C
TJ Max95 °C95 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecRyzen Threadripper PRO 7995WXCore i9-7900X
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, BMI1, BMI2, SHA, F16C, FMA3, AMD64, EVP, AMD-V, SMAP, SMEP, SMT, Precision Boost 2MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0, Boost 3.0

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