AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX Review | 78 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£4,830
  • Avg. price in US: ~$4,100
  • PassMark benchmark result: 82745
  • N. of physical cores: 64
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.2 GHz

AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

7.2

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

7.2

Technical Score

10.0%

7.0

User score

Very good
7.2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

7.5

Performance

18.0%

7.6

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

8.1

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

1.9

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.9

Platform

1.0%

3.4

Integrated Graphics

Very good
7.0

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

3.6

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
(35)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

Very good
  • 6.0
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    4.4

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    4.4

    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

  • 8.4
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    6.5

    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 PRO 3995WX is a flagship 64-core, 128-thread workstation processor based on the 7nm Zen 2 architecture, featuring a 2.7 GHz base clock and a 4.2 GHz boost. Designed for the sWRX8 socket, it offers professional-grade features including 128 PCIe 4.0 lanes, an 8-channel DDR4-3200 memory interface supporting up to 2TB of ECC RAM, and 256MB of L3 cache. Its primary strengths are its industry-leading multi-threaded performance for rendering and simulations, massive I/O expansion, and enterprise security via AMD Memory Guard. However, it carries a high price tag, a substantial 280W TDP requiring high-end cooling, and its multiplier is locked, which limits traditional overclocking.

Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

7.5

Performance

18.0%

7.6

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

8.1

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

1.9

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.9

Platform

1.0%

3.4

Integrated Graphics

7.2
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a technical score of 7.22 points, which is higher than that of 88.6% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

3.6

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
amazon
4.2
(35)

(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

7.0
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a user score of 6.96 points, which is lower than that of 95.3% of products in this category.
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.
3.6
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a popularity of 3.6 points, which is higher than 79.6% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.2

Overall score

40.0%

1.0

Price

5.3
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.3 points, which is lower than 91.6% of products in this category.
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

AMD
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

workstation
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX belongs to the workstation processor class, which is more advanced than that of 95.1% of processors and equal to that of 4.9% of processors.
professional workstation
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

sWRX8
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX uses the sWRX8 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 93.6% of processors and equal to that of 0.6% of processors.
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

WRX80
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX supports WRX80 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 97.8% of processors and equal to that of 0.7% of processors.
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

x86-64
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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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+

64
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has 64 CPU cores, which is more than 99.4% of processors and equal to 0.5% of processors.
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+

128
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX offers 128 CPU threads, which is more than 99.4% of processors and equal to 0.5% of processors.
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

2
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
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

4.2 GHz
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX reaches a boost clock of 4.2 GHz which is lower than that of 51.9% of processors and equal to that of 4.3% of processors.
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

64 x 2.7 GHz
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a base clock of 64x2.7 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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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

7 nm
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX uses a 7 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 71.5% of processors and equal to that of 10.9% of processors.
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

TSMC 7 nm
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX is built on the TSMC 7 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 56.7% of processors and equal to that of 9.4% of processors.
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

256 MB
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has an L3 cache of 256 MB which is larger than that of 99.4% of processors and equal to that of 0.5% of processors.
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

32 MB
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has an L2 cache of 32 MB which is larger than that of 96.7% of processors and equal to that of 1.6% of processors.
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

4,096 KB
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has an L1 cache of 4,096 KB which is larger than that of 99% of processors and equal to that of 0.3% of processors.
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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

DDR4
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX supports DDR DDR4, which is newer than that of 26.3% of processors and equal to that of 31.7% of processors.
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

3,200 MHz
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX supports memory speeds up to 3,200 MHz, which is higher than that of 51.5% of processors and equal to 8.3% of processors.
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

DDR4-3200 MHz
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-3,200 MHz, which is higher than that of 51.1% of processors and equal to 8.4% of processors.
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

N/A
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

2048 GB
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX supports up to 2,048 GB of memory, which is more than 98.4% of processors and equal to 1.7% of processors.
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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

no
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX does not include integrated graphics. 87.6% include integrated graphics.
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

N/A
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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

280 W
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a TDP of 280 W which is higher than that of 97.8% of processors and equal to that of 0.8% of processors.
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

280 W
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a base power of 280 W which is higher than that of 97.8% of processors and equal to that of 0.8% of processors.
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

280 W
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a boost power of 280 W which is higher than that of 98.1% of processors and equal to that of 0.9% of processors.
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

no
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% support configurable TDP.
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AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX vs the average processor

  • 7.86x higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (82,745 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 Pro 3995WX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (82,745 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.82,745 vs 10,532.5
  • 58 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has more CPU cores than the average processor (64 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 Pro 3995WX has more CPU cores than the average processor (64 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.64 vs 6
  • 8.79x better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (24,463 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 Pro 3995WX has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (24,463 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.24,463 vs 2,783
  • 120 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has more CPU threads than the average processor (128 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 Pro 3995WX has more CPU threads than the average processor (128 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.128 vs 8
  • 32x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (256 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 Pro 3995WX has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (256 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.256 MB vs 8 MB
  • 2.97x higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (14,237 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (14,237 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.14,237 vs 4,793
  • 12.8x larger L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (32 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 Pro 3995WX has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (32 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.32 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 112 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (128 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 Pro 3995WX has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (128 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.128 vs 16
  • Modern CPU socket
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (sWRX8 vs FP2).
  • Higher-end processor class
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX belongs to a higher-end processor class than the average processor (workstation vs mobile).
  • 7.86x higher PassMark score
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (82,745 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 58 more CPU cores
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has more CPU cores than the average processor (64 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 8.79x better multi-core performance
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher multi-core performance than the average processor (24,463 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 120 more CPU threads
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has more CPU threads than the average processor (128 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 2.97x higher multi-core score
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (14,237 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 9.74x better overclocked performance
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher overclocked performance than the average processor (88,197 vs 9,051). The average processor scores 9,051 in overclocked PassMark.
  • 32x larger L3 cache
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (256 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 12.8x larger L2 cache
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (32 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 2.33x more L3 per core
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (4 MB/core vs 1,714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1,714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 10.67x larger L1 cache
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (4,096 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 6.14x more transistors
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has more transistors than the average processor (30.4 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • 41.7% smaller process node
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • More advanced foundry
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 7 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 112 more PCIe lanes
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (128 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 32x more memory capacity
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (2,048 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 4.47x higher memory bandwidth
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (204.8 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • Newer PCIe version
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • Supports memory overclocking
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • Supports ECC memory
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • 8x more memory per DIMM
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has more memory per DIMM than the average processor (256 GB vs 32 GB). The average processor supports 32 GB of memory per DIMM.
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a lower CPU temperature than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
  • Older TPM support
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0).
  • 2.3% lower boost clock
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX 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 Pro 3995WX uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Castle Peak vs Kaby Lake).
  • 6 fewer memory channels
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has fewer memory channels than the average processor (8 vs 2). The average processor supports 2 memory channels.
  • Limited PCIe bifurcation
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x4/x4/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8).
  • No integrated graphics
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX does not include integrated graphics, the average processor does.
  • 4.38x higher boost power
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (280 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 6.22x higher base power
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher base power draw than the average processor (280 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 6.22x higher TDP
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher TDP than the average processor (280 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 10 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (90 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • No configurable TDP
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 4.38x higher boost power
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (280 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
    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

    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (280 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.280 W vs 64 W
  • 6.22x higher base power
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher base power draw than the average processor (280 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 Pro 3995WX has a higher base power draw than the average processor (280 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.280 W vs 45 W
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Castle Peak 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 Pro 3995WX uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Castle Peak vs Kaby Lake).Castle Peak vs Kaby Lake
  • 6.22x higher TDP
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a higher TDP than the average processor (280 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 Pro 3995WX has a higher TDP than the average processor (280 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.280 W vs 45 W
  • 19.32x more expensive
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX is more expensive than the average processor (£4,830 vs £250).
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX is more expensive than the average processor (£4,830 vs £250).£4,830 vs £250
  • 10 °C lower TJ Max
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (90 °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 Pro 3995WX has a lower TJ Max than the average processor (90 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.90 °C vs 100 °C
  • No configurable TDP
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX 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 Pro 3995WX does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 19.3% worse value for money
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has worse value for money than the average processor (5.34 vs 6,367).
    What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.
    When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX has worse value for money than the average processor (5.34 vs 6,367).5.34 vs 6.37

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(Reviews last updated: May 2026)

What customers like about AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX?

  • Unrivaled multi-core performance with 64 cores and 128 threads for workstation tasks
  • Eight-channel DDR4 memory support significantly improves bandwidth over consumer models
  • Massive PCIe 4.0 support with 128 lanes for extensive GPU and NVMe storage configurations
  • Supports up to 2TB of ECC memory, essential for mission-critical professional datasets
  • Outperforms many dual-socket Intel Xeon systems in heavily threaded workloads
  • Includes AMD PRO security features and enterprise-level manageability

What customers dislike about AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX?

  • Extremely high initial MSRP (approx. $5,489) makes it a niche professional investment
  • High 280W TDP requires substantial and high-quality cooling solutions
  • Limited motherboard ecosystem (requires WRX80 chipset) compared to consumer platforms
  • Multiplier is locked, which severely limits traditional overclocking potential
  • Slightly lower base and boost clock speeds compared to the non-Pro 3990X model
  • Older Zen 2 architecture when compared to newer Zen 3 or Zen 4 alternatives

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notebookcheck.net
08/08/2021

The Lenovo ThinkStation P620 is a high-end workstation designed for intense, multi-core professional workloads, featuring an AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX (64 cores) and a Radeon Pro W6800 GPU with 32GB VRAM. While delivering exceptional multi-core performance in tests like Cinebench, the Zen 2-based processor shows lower single-core results compared to newer architectures. Key...Read more

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servethehome.com
10/01/2021

The ServeTheHome review of the 64-core AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX highlights it as a "WEPYC" workstation processor, bridging the gap between desktop and server performance. It significantly improves upon the non-Pro 3990X by offering 8-channel memory support and 128 PCIe 4.0 lanes. Key pros include the immense memory bandwidth and capacity from DDR4 RDIMM/LRDIMM support,...Read more

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tomshardware.com
07/09/2023

The AMD Threadripper Pro 3995WX is defined as a 64-core, 128-thread workstation processor that brings server-level performance to workstations, outperforming Intel’s 28-core alternatives. Key advantages include 8-channel DDR4-3200 memory support and 128 PCIe 4.0 lanes, which provide superior bandwidth for intensive tasks like 3D rendering and simulations. Pro-grade features,...Read more

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hardwareluxx.de
26/03/2021

The Hardwareluxx review compares the AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX and the Intel Xeon W-3175X, highlighting a clash between a modern 64-core platform and an older 28-core architecture. The 3995WX dominates with superior multi-core scaling, 128 PCIe 4.0 lanes, and 8-channel DDR4 memory support, although it carries a significantly higher price tag and lacks official overclocking,...Read more

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hardwarecooking.fr
11/07/2020

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX, featuring 96 cores and 192 threads based on the Zen 4 architecture, establishes itself as a high-performance workstation processor for demanding 3D, rendering, and AI workloads. It utilizes 8-channel DDR5 memory and 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes, setting records in multi-threaded benchmarks and offering significantly faster rendering times than previous...Read more

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tomshardware.fr
27/06/2022

Based on analysis from Tom’s Hardware France, the AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 5000WX series (Zen 3) delivers a 15% to 35% performance increase over its predecessor, dominating heavy multi-threaded workloads with up to 64 cores. While Threadripper excels in rendering (Blender, V-Ray) and offers 128 PCIe 4.0 lanes, the Intel Core i9-12900K surprises in creative tasks like Adobe...Read more

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hwupgrade.it
06/07/2021

The Lenovo ThinkStation P620, powered by AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO, is a high-level workstation offering up to 64 cores for intense professional tasks, breaking Intel's dominance in this segment. It delivers exceptional multithreaded performance for rendering and video editing, utilizing 8-channel ECC memory and 128 PCIe 4.0 lanes for high-speed data handling. Key pros highlighted...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
08/08/2021

The Lenovo ThinkStation P620 is a compact, 33-liter workstation featuring the 64-core AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 3995WX, delivering exceptional performance for rendering and simulations, as noted by Notebookcheck. Key advantages include its tool-less design for easy maintenance, support for 128 PCIe 4.0 lanes, and robust security features. While powerful, the system carries a very...Read more

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