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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X or AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X features 32 processor cores and has the capability to manage 64 threads concurrently. It was released in Q4/2019 and belongs to the 3 generation of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper series. To use the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X, you'll need a motherboard with a TRX4 (sTRX4) socket. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C14 features 4 processor cores and has the capability to manage 8 threads concurrently. It was released in Q3/2022 and belongs to the 3 generation of the AMD Ryzen Embedded V series. To use the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C14, you'll need a motherboard with a FP7r2 socket. |
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| AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3000 | Group | AMD Ryzen Embedded V3000 |
| 3 | Generation | 3 |
| Desktop / Server | Segment | Desktop / Server |
| AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X | Name | AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C14 |
| AMD Ryzen Threadripper | Family | AMD Ryzen Embedded V |
CPU Cores and Base Frequency |
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The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X has 32 CPU cores and can calculate 64 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X is 3.7 GHz and turbo frequency for one core is 4.5 GHz. The number of CPU cores greatly affects the speed of the processor and is an important performance indicator. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C14 has 4 CPU cores and can calculate 8 threads in parallel. The clock frequency of the AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C14 is 2.3 GHz and turbo frequency for one core is 3.8 GHz. |
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| 64 | Threads | 8 |
| 32x | Cores | 4x Zen 3 |
| 32 | CPU Cores | 4 |
| normal | Core architecture | normal |
| Yes | Hyperthreading | Yes |
| Yes | Overclocking | No |
| 4.5 GHz | Turbo Frequency (1 core) | 3.8 GHz |
| 3.7 GHz | Frequency | 2.3 GHz |
| None | None | 3.2 GHz |
Internal Graphics |
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The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X does not have integrated graphics.
The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C14 does not have integrated graphics. |
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| -- | Direct X | -- |
| 0 bytes | Max. GPU Memory | 0 bytes |
| -- | Max. displays | -- |
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| -- | GPU frequency | -- |
| -- | Generation | -- |
| -- | GPU (Turbo) | -- |
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning |
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| -- | AI hardware | -- |
Hardware codec support |
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A 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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| -- | VC-1 | -- |
| -- | JPEG | -- |
| -- | AV1 | -- |
| -- | h265 / HEVC (8 bit) | -- |
| -- | AVC | -- |
| -- | h264 | -- |
| -- | VP9 | -- |
| -- | h265 / HEVC (10 bit) | -- |
Memory & PCIe |
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The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 2.0 TB distributed across 4 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 64.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance. |
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| pci | PCIe | pci |
| Yes | AES-NI | Yes |
| DDR4-3200 | Memory type | DDR5-4800 |
| Yes | ECC | Yes |
| 2.0 TB | Max. Memory | 64.0 GB |
| 4 | Memory channels | 2 |
| 102.4 GB/s | Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s |
Thermal Management |
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The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 280 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself. The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 15 W watts. |
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| None | TDP down | 10 W |
| None | TDP up | 25 W |
| 280 W | TDP (PL1 / PBP) | 15 W |
| 95 °C | Tjunction max | 105 °C |
Technical details |
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The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X is manufactured using a 7 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU. In total, this processor boasts a generous 128.0 MB cache. A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming. The AMD Ryzen Embedded V3C14 is manufactured using a 6 nm process. In total, this processor boasts a generous 8.0 MB cache. |
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| Q4/2019 | Release date | Q3/2022 |
| AMD-V, SVM | Virtualization | AMD-V, SVM |
| SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2 | ISA extensions | SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2 |
| 7 nm | Technology | 6 nm |
| Chiplet | Chip design | Chiplet |
| 1969 $ | Release price | -- |
| Castle Peak (Zen 2) | Architecture | Rembrandt (Zen 3+) |
| 128.0 MB | L3-Cache | 8.0 MB |
| Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 | Operating systems | Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 |
| Technical data sheet | Documents | Technical data sheet |
| x86-64 (64 bit) | Instruction set (ISA) | x86-64 (64 bit) |
| -- | Part Number | -- |
| TRX4 (sTRX4) | Socket | FP7r2 |
| 16.0 MB | L2-Cache | 2.0 MB |
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
V-Ray CPU-Render Benchmark
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
CPU-Z Benchmark 17 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 6 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Blender 3.1 Benchmark
Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
Blender 2.81 (bmw27)
