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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX Review | 78 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£1,140
Avg. price in US: ~$1,300
PassMark benchmark result: 30986
N. of physical cores: 24
CPU boost clock speed: 4.2 GHz

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

6.4

Good

6.1

Good

8.4

Excellent

5.5
Gaming
Score components:
30.0%
3.8
PassMark single-core benchmark score
25.0%
3.5
Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
20.0%
5.2
CPU boost clock speed
17.0%
10
L3 cache
8.0%
10
N. of physical cores
7.2
Video editing
Score components:
45.0%
3.7
Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
20.0%
10
N. of physical cores
20.0%
10
CPU threads
15.0%
10
L3 cache

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Verdict

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is a high-end desktop workstation processor built on the 12nm Zen+ architecture, featuring 24 cores and 48 threads with a 3.0 GHz base and 4.2 GHz boost clock. It is equipped with a substantial 64MB L3 cache, 64 PCIe 3.0 lanes for extensive connectivity, and supports quad-channel DDR4-2933 memory. Main pros include its exceptional multi-threaded performance in parallelized tasks like 3D rendering and video encoding, as well as its high value-to-core ratio and compatibility with the X399 motherboard ecosystem. However, it suffers from a high 250W TDP requiring robust cooling, lower single-core performance compared to mainstream CPUs, and architectural memory latency issues due to some dies lacking direct DRAM access, which can hinder performance in gaming and bandwidth-sensitive applications.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX

Overall score

6.4

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.

Platform

8.5

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Processor type

What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.

When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

CPU socket

What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.

When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

Chipset

What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.

When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

CPU architecture

What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.

When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

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Performance

5.9

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N. of physical cores

What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.

When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

CPU threads

What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.

When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

Threads per core

What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.

When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

CPU boost clock speed

What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.

When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

CPU base clock speed

What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.

When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Cache & Architecture

6.8

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Semiconductor size

What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.

When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

Foundry

What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.

When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

L3 cache

What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.

When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

L2 cache

What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.

When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

L1 cache

What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.

When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

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Memory & PCIe

8.0

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DDR memory version

What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.

When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

Maximum memory speed

What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.

When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

Max memory speed (JEDEC)

What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.

When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)

What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.

When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

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Maximum memory capacity

What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.

When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

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Integrated Graphics

3.4

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Integrated graphics

What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.

When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

Integrated GPU model

What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.

When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Integrated GPU execution units

What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.

When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

N/A

Integrated GPU base frequency

What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.

When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

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Integrated media encoders/decoders

What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.

When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

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Power & Thermal

3.4

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TDP (Thermal design power)

What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.

When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

Base power (PL1)

What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.

When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

Boost power (PL2)

What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.

When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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Tau (power duration limit)

What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.

When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

N/A

Configurable TDP

What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.

When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX vs the average processor

Why is AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX better than the average processor?

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18 more CPU cores
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has more CPU cores than the average processor (24 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: 8+
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has more CPU cores than the average processor (24 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.24 vs 6
3.46x better multi-core performance
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (9,624 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >4700
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (9,624 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.9,624 vs 2,783
40 more CPU threads
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has more CPU threads than the average processor (48 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: 16+
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has more CPU threads than the average processor (48 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.48 vs 8
8x larger L3 cache
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (64 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=16 MB
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (64 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.64 MB vs 8 MB
2.94x higher PassMark score
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (30,986 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >19000
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (30,986 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.30,986 vs 10,532.5
48 more PCIe lanes
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (64 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
What it is: The number of PCIe lanes provided directly by the processor.
When it matters: When you connect fast GPUs, SSDs, or expansion cards.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >=20
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (64 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.64 vs 16
4.8x larger L2 cache
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (12 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=6 MB
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (12 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.12 MB vs 2.5 MB
Unlocked for overclocking
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
What it is: Has an unlocked CPU multiplier, which makes manual CPU overclocking much easier on supported platforms.
When it matters: When you plan to push clock speeds beyond stock settings instead of leaving the processor completely at default behavior.
Importance: MEDIUM
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
Higher-end processor class
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX belongs to a higher-end processor class than the average processor (workstation vs mobile).
Includes crypto acceleration
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
Modern CPU socket
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (sTR4 vs FP2).
18 more CPU cores
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has more CPU cores than the average processor (24 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
3.46x better multi-core performance
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (9,624 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
40 more CPU threads
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has more CPU threads than the average processor (48 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
2.94x higher PassMark score
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (30,986 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
Unlocked for overclocking
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has an unlocked multiplier, the average processor does not.
51.1% higher multi-core score
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (7,241 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
8x larger L3 cache
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (64 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
4.8x larger L2 cache
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (12 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
6x larger L1 cache
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (2,304 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
55.8% more L3 per core
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2.7 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
3.88x more transistors
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has more transistors than the average processor (19.2 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
More advanced foundry
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (GlobalFoundries 12 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
48 more PCIe lanes
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (64 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
4x more memory capacity
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
2.05x higher memory bandwidth
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (93.9 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
Supports memory overclocking
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
Supports ECC memory
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
32 °C lower CPU temperature
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (68 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.

Cache & Architecture

Power & Thermal

Why is AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX worse than the average processor?

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2 year/s older release date
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has an older release date than the average processor (2,018 vs 2,020).
October 2018
Older TPM support
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
Narrower instruction support
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
74.2% slower Blender rendering
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (85.6 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
63.6% slower classroom rendering
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (288.2 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
15.7% lower single-core score
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,240 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
11% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (431 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
5.8% weaker single-core performance
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,339 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
2.3% lower boost clock
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (4.2 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
Less advanced microarchitecture
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Colfax vs Kaby Lake).
2 fewer memory channels
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has fewer memory channels than the average processor (4 vs 2). The average processor supports 2 memory channels.
No integrated graphics
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX does not include integrated graphics, the average processor does.
5.56x higher base power
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher base power draw than the average processor (250 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
5.56x higher TDP
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher TDP than the average processor (250 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
32 °C lower TJ Max
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (68 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
No configurable TDP
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
74.2% slower Blender rendering
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (85.6 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
What it is: A Blender render result based on the BMW27 scene, used to show how quickly the processor can finish a heavy 3D rendering task.
When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >290
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (85.6 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.85.6 vs 331.88
Less advanced microarchitecture
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Colfax vs Kaby Lake).
What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.
Importance: LOW
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Colfax vs Kaby Lake).Colfax vs Kaby Lake
5.56x higher base power
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher base power draw than the average processor (250 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <30 W
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher base power draw than the average processor (250 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.250 W vs 45 W
63.6% slower classroom rendering
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (288.2 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
What it is: A Blender render result based on the Classroom scene, used to show how quickly the processor can complete a demanding rendering workload.
When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >1500
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (288.2 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.288.2 vs 791.745
5.56x higher TDP
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher TDP than the average processor (250 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: <30 W
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a higher TDP than the average processor (250 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.250 W vs 45 W
32 °C lower TJ Max
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (68 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
What it is: The highest safe operating junction temperature before the CPU starts throttling or protecting itself.
When it matters: When you tune cooling or monitor thermals under load.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=100 °C
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (68 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.68 °C vs 100 °C
15.7% lower single-core score
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,240 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.
Importance: HIGH
Good value: >2000
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,240 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.1,240 vs 1,471
No configurable TDP
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.
Importance: LOW
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.

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Third-party reviews

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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX?

Exceptional multi-threaded performance with 24 cores and 48 threads for heavily-parallelized workloads
Strong value proposition for professional rendering and video encoding compared to higher-priced Intel alternatives
Dynamic Local Mode helps mitigate performance issues in some memory-sensitive applications
Backward compatibility with existing X399 motherboards, simplifying upgrades for current platform users
Large number of PCIe lanes (64) for multi-GPU setups and extensive high-speed storage

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX?

Suboptimal gaming performance, often trailing behind mainstream chips like the i9-9900K
Non-Uniform Memory Access (NUMA) architecture causes latency issues in applications that don't scale well
Very high power consumption (250W TDP) and significant heat output requiring high-end cooling
Poor single-core performance compared to modern consumer-grade processors
Relatively expensive entry cost due to the high price of X399 motherboards

Expert reviews

techradar.com

29/10/2018

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX review | TechRadar

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is a 24-core, 48-thread HEDT processor designed for creative professionals needing high multi-threaded performance, offering a more balanced option than the 32-core flagship. Key advantages include exceptional rendering power and the introduction of Dynamic Local Mode, which effectively mitigates latency issues and boosts performance in demanding,...Read more

techspot.com

29/10/2018

AMD Threadripper 2970WX & 2920X Review

a little longer TechSpot's review of the AMD Threadripper 2970WX (24-core) and 2920X (12-core) highlights them as high-value, multi-threaded HEDT processors that outperform similarly priced Intel alternatives in workstation tasks. Pros include the 2920X's impressive price-to-performance ratio and the 2970WX's massive rendering power, which outpaces the 18-core i9-7980XE by up to...Read more

tomshardware.com

29/10/2018

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX Review: 24 Cores on a Budget(www.techpowerup.com) | 30 October 2018 | AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX Review

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX, reviewed by Tom's Hardware, is a 24-core, 48-thread processor offering high-end workstation performance as a budget-conscious alternative to the 2990WX. It excels in multi-threaded tasks like rendering, utilizing AMD’s Dynamic Local Mode to manage its complex quad-die architecture, but faces performance variability due to non-uniform memory access....Read more

pcmag.com

12/12/2018

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX Review - PCMag

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is a 24-core, 48-thread processor designed for creative professionals needing high multi-threaded performance in applications like 3D rendering and video encoding, offering workstation-class power without the expense of high-end Intel Xeon systems. While it excels in specialized multi-core tasks, such as Cinebench R15, its lower 3GHz base clock and...Read more

hexus.net

29/10/2018

Review: AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X(www.vortez.net) | 29 October 2018 | AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X & 2970WX Review

The HEXUS review of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X highlights their role in strengthening AMD's HEDT market position by offering high core counts (24-core 2970WX and 12-core 2920X) at competitive prices. While the 2970WX excels in multi-threaded tasks, often beating expensive Intel rivals, the 2920X acts as an accessible entry point for the X399 platform, with both...Read more

pcper.com

29/10/2018

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X and 2970WX Review

PC Perspective's 2018 review outlines the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X and 2970WX as high-value additions to the HEDT market, with the 12-core 2920X targeting creators and the 24-core 2970WX aimed at workstation rendering. Pros include dominant multi-core performance and competitive pricing against Intel's Core-X series, alongside drop-in compatibility for existing X399...Read more

forbes.com

29/10/2018

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X Reviews: Massive Performance but do they Beat Intel? Are you looking for specific benchmark data from these re...

Antony Leather's 2018 review for Forbes highlights the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X as powerful additions to the HEDT market, providing significant multi-threaded performance that pressures Intel's high-end offerings. The 2920X is presented as a strong all-rounder with improved gaming performance, while the 24-core 2970WX is characterized as a specialized "workstation...Read more

techgage.com

29/01/2019

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX & 2920X Workstation Performance

The Techgage review of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (24-core) and 2920X (12-core) highlights their role as specialized HEDT processors, with the 2920X aimed at budget creators and the 2970WX as a rendering powerhouse. Pros include exceptional price-to-performance in heavily threaded applications like Blender, outperforming higher-priced Intel alternatives, alongside improved...Read more

hothardware.com

29/10/2018

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X And 2970WX Review

The HotHardware review of the AMD 2nd Gen Ryzen Threadripper 2920X and 2970WX highlights these processors as strong, value-focused HEDT options for professional content creation, utilizing the Zen+ 12nm architecture for improved performance. The 2970WX (24 cores) and 2920X (12 cores) excel in multithreaded tasks, with the 2970WX utilizing Dynamic Local Mode (DLM) to mitigate...Read more

tweaktown.com

29/10/2018

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X Review

The TweakTown review identifies the 12-core Threadripper 2920X as a competitively priced entry into the TR4 platform, offering excellent value for prosumers with improved performance over previous models, while the 24-core 2970WX is highlighted as a specialized, high-performance workstation chip for heavy multi-threaded tasks. The 2970WX delivers exceptional results in rendering...Read more

guru3d.com

29/10/2018

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX review

The Guru3D review defines the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX as a 24-core/48-thread "beast" designed for workstation tasks, utilizing 12nm Zen+ architecture, 64 PCIe Gen 3 lanes, and supporting quad-channel DDR4. Key advantages include massive multi-threaded performance in rendering and compression, high-quality binned dies capable of 4.1-4.2 GHz overclocks, and effective memory...Read more

igorslab.de

29/10/2018

AMD Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X: The smaller siblings of the massive powerhouses

Igor’sLAB reviews the AMD Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X, positioning them as lower-cost, high-end desktop (HEDT) alternatives. The 24-core 2970WX is a workstation-focused chip that, while offering immense multi-threaded performance, suffers from nonuniform memory access (NUMA) issues, making it a niche product. Conversely, the 12-core 2920X offers better value and higher clock...Read more

pcwelt.de

20/11/2018

Review: 24-Core AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX - PC-WELT

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX, as reviewed by PC-WELT, is a 24-core, 48-thread processor designed for professionals needing immense multi-core performance for rendering and creative workloads, positioned just under the 32-core 2990WX. Key pros include exceptional value, offering more cores than competing Intel processors at a lower price point, alongside strong performance in...Read more

hardwareluxx.de

08/11/2018

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X and 2970WX Review

The Hardwareluxx review details the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X (12-core) and 2970WX (24-core), positioning them as, respectively, a balanced HEDT chip and an affordable workstation alternative in the Zen+ lineup. While the 2920X utilizes a UMA design for direct memory access, the 2970WX uses a 4-die NUMA structure, necessitating Dynamic Local Mode (DLM) to manage, with mixed...Read more

chip.de

16/11/2018

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX Review - CHIP

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is a 24-core, 48-thread HEDT processor designed for workstation tasks, utilizing the Zen+ architecture to bridge the gap between the 16-core and 32-core models. It boasts exceptional multi-threaded performance in rendering and encoding, although its unique design, where only two of the four dies have direct memory access, requires software...Read more

notebookcheck.com

11/12/2018

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX Review (24 Cores, 48 Threads)

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is a 24-core, 48-thread workstation processor based on the Zen+ architecture, designed for heavy multi-threaded workloads like 3D rendering and video editing. It utilizes a quad-die configuration requiring Ryzen Master's "Dynamic Local Mode" to manage memory latency and fits into existing X399 motherboards, offering 64 PCIe 3.0 lanes. Key pros...Read more

pcgameshardware.de

05/11/2018

Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X Review

The PC Games Hardware review highlights the 24-core AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 12-core 2920X as strategic additions to the HEDT lineup, utilizing the Zen+ architecture and 12nm process. The 2970WX excels in multi-threaded tasks like rendering, while the 2920X functions as an improved, high-performance workstation chip compared to its predecessor. A key inclusion is Dynamic...Read more

igorslab.de

29/10/2018

AMD Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X – the smaller siblings of the powerhouse crunchers

Igor Wallossek's review of the AMD Threadripper 2970WX (24-core) and 2920X (12-core) highlights them as cost-effective alternatives to the 2990WX, with the 2970WX excelling in workstation tasks like rendering while inheriting NUMA-based memory latency issues, and the 2920X offering better overall versatility. While the 2970WX boasts high performance in heavily threaded applications...Read more

computerbild.de

29/10/2018

AMD Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X: Review

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X, reviewed by ComputerBild, bridge gaps in the high-end desktop (HEDT) market, offering strong value with 24-core and 12-core options compatible with existing X399 motherboards. The 2970WX excels in heavy workstation tasks like rendering, though its NUMA architecture requires managing memory latency issues, which the 2920X avoids due to a...Read more

computerbase.de

29/10/2018

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX & 2920X Review

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2000 series, specifically the 32-core 2990WX, sets new multi-core performance benchmarks, dominating in rendering and workstation applications through four 12nm "Zen+" dies. While offering immense parallel power, the 2990WX suffers from erratic performance in memory-sensitive tasks due to only two dies having direct memory access. The 16-core Threadripper...Read more

heise.de

25/01/2019

Ryzen Threadripper 2920X and 2970WX: Fast multitasking with up to 24 cores

The Heise review details the Ryzen Threadripper 2920X and 2970WX as high-performance workstation chips utilizing the 12nm Zen+ architecture, featuring 12 and 24 cores respectively. To address NUMA latency issues in the 24-core 2970WX, AMD introduced Dynamic Local Mode (DLM), which stabilizes performance for latency-sensitive tasks but can occasionally cause minor regressions in...Read more

tomshardware.fr

15/08/2018

AMD Threadripper 2 vs. Intel Skylake-X: The Clash of the Titans

This Tom's Hardware review compares the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2000 series (up to 32 cores) against Intel Skylake-X, highlighting a battle between massive multi-threaded performance and consistent per-core speed. AMD’s 2990WX excels in rendering and heavy workloads, offering superior value and 60+ PCIe lanes, but struggles in gaming and lightly threaded tasks due to memory latency...Read more

comptoir-hardware.com

29/10/2018

Review: AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X / 2970WX

The Comptoir-Hardware review of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X and 2970WX highlights the 12nm "Zen+" architecture's improvements in productivity and rendering tasks, offering better value over the previous generation. The 2970WX (24-core) shines in multi-threaded workloads, mitigating NUMA latency issues with Dynamic Local Mode, while the 2920X (12-core) serves as an efficient,...Read more

comptoir-hardware.com

29/10/2018

Review: AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X / 2970WX

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X (12 cores) and 2970WX (24 cores) expand the second-generation HEDT lineup, offering enhanced multi-core performance through improved Precision Boost 2 and higher clock speeds, with the 2920X providing a capable entry-level option and the 2970WX bridging the gap to flagship workstation power. Key advantages include exceptional cores-per-dollar value,...Read more

tomshw.it

29/10/2018

Office and Productivity Software - Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X Review

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (24-core) and 2920X (12-core) expand the 12nm Zen+ HEDT lineup, targeting workstations and prosumers with improved boost frequencies and core counts. The 2970WX excels in heavily threaded, non-memory-bound tasks like 3D rendering but suffers in latency-sensitive applications, whereas the 2920X offers more balanced performance for general...Read more

tomshw.it

29/10/2018

VRMark, 3DMark, AotS: Escalation and Dawn of War III - Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X Review

The Tom's Hardware review of AMD's Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (24-core) and 2920X (12-core) positions them as specialized HEDT options, with the 2970WX aimed at workstations and the 2920X offering high value. While the 2970WX delivers immense multi-threaded performance, it faces gaming bottlenecks requiring "Game Mode," whereas the 2920X, with fewer dies, offers better, more...Read more

tomshw.it

29/10/2018

Far Cry 5, GTA V and Hitman - Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X Review

The Tom's Hardware review analyzes the gaming performance of AMD's Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X, highlighting their workstation prowess contrasted with limited gaming capabilities due to multi-die architecture. While offering exceptional multi-threaded performance and 64 PCIe lanes (Pros), the 2970WX specifically suffers from memory latency issues, as two dies lack direct...Read more

tomshw.it

29/10/2018

Temperature - Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X Review

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (24-core) and 2920X (12-core) expand the 2nd Gen HEDT lineup, offering high-performance, Zen+ 12nm, 250W/180W TDP processors tailored for I/O-heavy workstations using the X399 platform. Key pros include exceptional multi-threaded rendering performance in Blender/Cinebench for the 2970WX, and strong value for the 2920X, aided by Precision Boost 2 and...Read more

tomshw.it

29/10/2018

Power Consumption - Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X Review

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (24-core) and 2920X (12-core) provide high-end HEDT performance with 64 PCIe lanes and aggressive pricing compared to competitors, making them strong choices for productivity. However, the 2970WX's architecture can lead to performance inconsistencies, and both chips require substantial power, with the 2970WX drawing roughly 230W-440W under load,...Read more

hwupgrade.it

29/10/2018

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X: The 24 and 12-Core Enthusiast CPUs

The HWUpgrade review details the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (24-core) and 2920X (12-core) as HEDT processors that bridge the gap for professional creators and high-end users. The 2970WX delivers exceptional multi-threaded performance in rendering, while the 2920X provides a more affordable, balanced option. A key technical addition is Dynamic Local Mode (DLM), aimed at reducing...Read more

tomshw.it

29/10/2018

Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and 2920X Review

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX (24-core) and 2920X (12-core) expand the second-gen HEDT lineup, targeting distinct prosumer needs for heavy workstation tasks versus balanced performance. The 2970WX provides immense multi-threaded power for rendering but faces performance inconsistencies due to NUMA architecture, requiring Dynamic Local Mode for optimization. Conversely, the 2920X...Read more

nl.hardware.info

29/10/2018

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X & 2970WX review - Extra tests: Dynamic Local Mode

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X offers 12 cores for $649, serving as a high-value entry point for the TR4 platform with improved Zen+ performance, though it requires expensive X399 platforms and robust cooling, despite its 180W TDP. The 24-core 2970WX dominates in workstation rendering tasks, often surpassing more expensive Intel competition, but suffers from severe performance...Read more

nl.hardware.info

29/10/2018

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X & 2970WX Review - Gaming Benchmarks

The Hardware.info review identifies the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2920X and 2970WX as workstation-focused processors, with the 12-core 2920X providing better gaming balance, while the 24-core 2970WX offers massive multi-threaded potential for creators. In gaming, the 2920X competes favorably, but the 2970WX suffers from performance regressions due to high latency, partially mitigated...Read more

tweakers.net

25/11/2019

New Threadrippers and Core Extreme - Review - Tweakers

This 2019 Tweakers review analyzes the HEDT market, highlighting AMD’s 3rd-gen Threadripper (3960X/3970X) dominating Intel’s Cascade Lake-X (Core i9-10980XE) through superior 7nm Zen 2 performance, particularly in multi-threaded tasks. AMD's platform offers significant advantages in rendering and video encoding, alongside PCIe 4.0 support, though it carries a high entry price and...Read more

tweakers.net

29/10/2018

Threadripper 2920X and 2970WX - The Quartet is Complete

The Tweakers review of the AMD Threadripper 2920X and 2970WX, which complete the second-generation HEDT lineup, highlights the 2920X (12-core) as an effective, versatile workstation chip for both productivity and gaming. The 2970WX (24-core) is designed for heavy, multi-threaded workloads, though it inherits specific architectural challenges. A key advantage for both processors is...Read more

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