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AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX review: 74 specs compared

Avg. price:~£6,970PassMark multi-core score:132624N. of physical cores:64CPU boost clock speed:5.1 GHzCPU socket:sTR5TDP (Thermal design power):350 W

AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX Review: Compare 74 technical specifications and 2 expert reviews to see how this product ranks in the Processors category and whether it is worth buying.

AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX
8.0/10

Overall score

Score
8.0/ 10
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What it is
Our main score for this model, 1–10. It combines specs, expert reviews, best-of lists and owners.
How we count it
Parts: Technical score 40%, Reviews score 25%, List score 25%, Sentiment score 10%
Marks: Each part gets a mark out of 10. For reviews, lists and owners, a typical model in this category gets about 8 and the best one gets 10.
No data yet: A part with no data shows "?". It counts as the mark of a weaker model in this category (4 in 5 models with data score higher). This way, models with reviews, lists and owners usually come out ahead.
Score distribution
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Score components

40%

8.8

Technical score

25%

7.7

Reviews score

25%

?

List scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.5, the mark of a weaker model in this category

10%

?

Sentiment scoreNot enough data yet, so we use 7.0, the mark of a weaker model in this category

★Better than 95% of processors
5.9

Value for money

Value for money
5.9/ 10
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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 distribution
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Score components

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

â–¼Worse than 97%
8.8

Technical score

Technical score
8.8/ 10
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What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

60%

9.3

Performance

18%

8.5

Architecture

10%

9.1

Memory & PCIe

7%

4.5

Power & Thermal

4%

9.0

Platform

1%

4.0

Integrated graphics

★Better than 98%
7.7

Reviews score

Reviews score
7.7/ 10
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What it is
Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
How we count it
Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.2 for now.
Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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80%

8.0

Average grade

20%

6.5

Popularity

Grades by review (2)
2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
â–²Better than 55%
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List score

List score
7.5/ 10
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What it is
How often independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers put this model in their best-of lists for this category.
How we count it
Points: The model in the most lists of this category gets 10; the others get 8 to 10 in proportion. In no list yet: 7.5. Lists count 25% of the overall score.
Enough data: Every list counts, even a single one. With fewer than 5 best-of lists in the category, this part is left out.
Lists with this model (0)
Not in any best-of list yet, so this part counts as 7.5. Models in a list get 8 to 10.
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Technical Specifications of processor AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX

Technical score
Technical score
8.8/ 10
✕
What it is
How good the specs are compared with the other models in this category, 1–10.
How we count it
Areas: We rate the specs in each area against the other models in this category.
Weighting: The areas that matter most to buyers count more. The shares are shown under Score components.
Share: The technical score is 40% of the overall score.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components:

60%

9.3

Performance

18%

8.5

Architecture

10%

9.1

Memory & PCIe

7%

4.5

Power & Thermal

4%

9.0

Platform

1%

4.0

Integrated graphics

8.8
Reviews score
7.7
List score
?
Value for money
Value for money
5.9/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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Score components:

70%

8.0

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

5.9
Processor type
workstation
This processor belongs to the workstation processor class, which is more advanced than that of 95.4% of processors and equal to that of 4.6% of processors.
desktop workstation
CPU socket
sTR5
This processor uses the sTR5 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 93.6% of processors and equal to that of 1.3% of processors.
Chipset
WRX90, TRX50
This processor supports WRX90, TRX50 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 99% of processors and equal to that of 1% of processors.
CPU architecture
x86-64
This processor uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.8% of processors and equal to that of 98.2% of processors.
Instruction sets
MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V
This processor supports MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, FMA3, AES, SHA, AMD-V instruction sets, which is broader support than 69.3% of processors and equal to that of 7.1% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
64
Market range: <2 – >12
This processor has 64 CPU cores, which is more than 99.4% of processors and equal to 0.4% of processors.
CPU threads
128
Market range: <4 – >24
This processor offers 128 CPU threads, which is more than 99.4% of processors and equal to 0.4% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
5.1 GHz
Market range: <3 GHz – >5.5 GHz
This processor reaches a boost clock of 5.1 GHz which is higher than that of 84.5% of processors and equal to that of 4.3% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
64x 3.2 GHz
This processor has a base clock of 64x3.2 GHz which is higher than that of 99.6% of processors and equal to that of 0.2% of processors.
PassMark multi-core score
132,624
Market range: <2.5k – >32.5k
This processor scores 132,624 in PassMark, which is higher than 99.6% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
5 nm
Market range: <4 nm – >24 nm
This processor uses a 5 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 83.5% of processors and equal to that of 3.2% of processors.
Foundry
TSMC 5 nm
This processor is built on the TSMC 5 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 83.1% of processors and equal to that of 3.2% of processors.
L3 cache
256 MB
Market range: <2 MB – >32 MB
This processor has an L3 cache of 256 MB which is larger than that of 99.4% of processors and equal to that of 0.4% of processors.
L2 cache
64 MB
Market range: <1 MB – >16 MB
This processor has an L2 cache of 64 MB which is larger than that of 99.6% of processors and equal to that of 0.2% of processors.
L1 cache
4,096 KB
Market range: <128 KB – >1.2k KB
This processor 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
DDR5
This processor supports DDR DDR5, which is newer than that of 64.2% of processors and equal to that of 12.8% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
5,200 MHz
Market range: <1.5k MHz – >6.5k MHz
This processor supports memory speeds up to 5,200 MHz, which is higher than that of 70.6% of processors and equal to 6.6% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
DDR5-5200 MHz
This processor supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-5200 MHz, which is higher than that of 71% of processors and equal to 5.6% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
5,200 MHz
This processor supports XMP/EXPO memory speeds up to 5,200 MHz, which is higher than that of 94.7% of processors and equal to 1.4% of processors.
Maximum memory capacity
2 GB
Market range: <32 GB – >256 GB
This processor supports up to 2 TB of memory, which is more than 98.4% of processors and equal to 1.6% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
no
This processor does not include integrated graphics. 85.4% of processors offer this.
Integrated GPU model
N/A
Integrated GPU execution units
N/A
Integrated GPU base frequency
N/A
Integrated media encoders/decoders
N/A
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TDP (Thermal design power)
350 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a TDP of 350 W which is higher than that of 98.8% of processors and equal to that of 1.2% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
350 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This processor has a base power of 350 W which is higher than that of 98.8% of processors and equal to that of 1.3% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
?
Tau (power duration limit)
N/A
Configurable TDP
no
This processor does not support configurable TDP. 53.7% of processors offer this.
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AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX vs the average processor

246810TotalPlatformPerformanceArchitectureMemory & PCIeIntegrated graphicsPower & Thermal
  • 11.56x higher PassMark score
    This processor has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (132,624 vs 11,469). The average processor scores 11,469 in PassMark benchmark.
    132,624 vs 11,469
  • 4.74x higher multi-core score
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (24,682 vs 5,209). The average processor scores 5,209 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    24,682 vs 5,209
  • 58 more CPU cores
    This processor has more CPU cores than the average processor (64 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    64 vs 6
  • 60 more performance cores
    This processor has more performance cores than the average processor (64 vs 4). The average processor has 4 performance cores.
    64 vs 4
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Storm Peak vs Kaby Lake).
    Storm Peak vs Kaby Lake
  • 120 more CPU threads
    This processor has more CPU threads than the average processor (128 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    128 vs 8
  • 54.6% better single-core performance
    This processor has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,954 vs 2,558). The average processor scores 2,558 in PassMark single-core.
    3,954 vs 2,558
  • 77.5% higher single-core score
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,725 vs 1,535). The average processor scores 1,535 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    2,725 vs 1,535
  • 14.9% higher review score
    Reviews score
    7.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    Average grade from independent test sites, magazines and video reviewers, 1–10.
    How we count it
    Grades: Each review's own score is converted to 1–10; without one, we grade the review ourselves. Big test sites count more, short reviews half as much as full tests. A video review counts half.
    Score: The average grade is 80% of the review mark; the number of reviews is the other 20% (1 review = 5, the typical number in this category = 8, the most-reviewed model = 10).
    Enough data: With few reviews, the average grade is pulled toward the typical grade of this category. No reviews yet: 7.2 for now.
    Share: Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    Score distribution
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    80%

    8.0

    Average grade

    20%

    6.5

    Popularity

    Grades by review (2)
    2 reviews: 0 with a printed score, 2 estimated from the review. Reviews count 25% of the overall score.
    User ratings collected online are not part of this score.
    7.7 vs 6.7
  • Modern CPU socket
    This processor uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (sTR5 vs FP5).
    sTR5 vs FP5
  • Higher-end processor class
    This processor belongs to a higher-end processor class than the average processor (workstation vs mobile).
    desktop workstation
    workstation vs mobile
  • 3 years newer release date
    This processor has a newer release date than the average processor (2023 vs 2020).
    November 2023
    2023 vs 2020
  • More extensive crypto acceleration
    This processor offers more extensive crypto acceleration than the average processor (AES, VAES, SHA vs AES, SHA).
    AES, VAES, SHA vs AES, SHA
  • 11.56x higher PassMark score
    This processor has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (132,624 vs 11,469). The average processor scores 11,469 in PassMark benchmark.
    132,624 vs 11,469
  • 4.74x higher multi-core score
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (24,682 vs 5,209). The average processor scores 5,209 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    24,682 vs 5,209
  • 58 more CPU cores
    This processor has more CPU cores than the average processor (64 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    64 vs 6
  • 60 more performance cores
    This processor has more performance cores than the average processor (64 vs 4). The average processor has 4 performance cores.
    64 vs 4
  • 120 more CPU threads
    This processor has more CPU threads than the average processor (128 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    128 vs 8
  • 54.6% better single-core performance
    This processor has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,954 vs 2,558). The average processor scores 2,558 in PassMark single-core.
    3,954 vs 2,558
  • 77.5% higher single-core score
    This processor has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,725 vs 1,535). The average processor scores 1,535 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    2,725 vs 1,535
  • 4.68x faster Blender rendering
    This processor has a lower Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (1,864.7 vs 398). The average processor needs 398.015 for the Blender BMW27 test.
    1,864.66 vs 398.015
  • Higher base clock
    This processor has a higher base clock than the average processor (64x3.2 GHz vs 4x3.4 GHz).
    64x3.2 GHz vs 4x3.4 GHz
  • 5.48x faster classroom rendering
    This processor has a lower Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (1,864.7 vs 340.1). The average processor needs 340.075 for the Blender Classroom test.
    1,864.66 vs 340.075
  • 15.9% higher boost clock
    This processor has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 GHz vs 4.4 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.4 GHz.
    5.1 GHz vs 4.4 GHz
  • Unlocked for overclocking
    This processor has an unlocked multiplier, while the average processor does not. 22.6% of processors offer this.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    This processor uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Storm Peak vs Kaby Lake).
    Storm Peak vs Kaby Lake
  • 28.44x larger L3 cache
    This processor has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (256 MB vs 9 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 9 MB.
    256 MB vs 9 MB
  • 21.33x larger L2 cache
    This processor has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (64 MB vs 3 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 3 MB.
    64 MB vs 3 MB
  • 2.16x more L3 per core
    This processor has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (4 MB/core vs 1.85 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.85 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    4 MB/core vs 1.85 MB/core
  • 10.67x larger L1 cache
    This processor has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (4,096 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    4,096 KB vs 384 KB
  • 58.3% smaller process node
    This processor has a lower process node than the average processor (5 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    5 nm vs 12 nm
  • 10.62x more transistors
    This processor has more transistors than the average processor (52.6 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
    52.56 billion vs 4.95 billion
  • More advanced foundry
    This processor uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 5 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
    TSMC 5 nm vs Intel 14 nm
  • 2x more L2 per core
    This processor has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    1 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • 132 more PCIe lanes
    This processor has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (148 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    144 usable lanes
    148 vs 16
  • Newer PCIe version
    This processor supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 vs 3).
    5.0 vs 3.0
  • 32x more memory capacity
    This processor has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (2 TB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    2 TB vs 64 GB
  • 7.1x higher memory bandwidth
    This processor has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (332.8 GB/s vs 46.9 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 46.9 GB/s.
    332.8 GB/s vs 46.9 GB/s
  • Supports memory overclocking
    This processor supports memory overclocking, while the average processor does not. 43.9% of processors support memory overclocking.
  • Newer DDR support
    This processor supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5 vs DDR4).
    DDR5 vs DDR4
  • 62.5% higher memory speed
    This processor has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (5,200 MHz vs 3,200 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 3,200 MHz.
    5,200 MHz vs 3,200 MHz
  • Supports ECC memory
    This processor supports ECC memory, while the average processor does not. 32% of processors support it.
  • Higher JEDEC memory speed
    This processor has a higher JEDEC memory speed than the average processor (DDR5-5200 MHz vs DDR4-3200 MHz). The average processor supports JEDEC memory speed of DDR4-3200 MHz.
    DDR5-5,200 MHz vs DDR4-3,200 MHz
  • 5 °C lower CPU temperature
    This processor 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.
    95 °C vs 100 °C
  • 7.78x higher base power
    This processor has a higher base power draw than the average processor (350 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    350 W vs 45 W
  • No configurable TDP
    This processor does not support configurable TDP, while the average processor does. 53.7% of processors support configurable TDP.
  • 5.4x larger die size
    This processor has a higher die size than the average processor (956 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
    956 mm² vs 177 mm²
  • 7.78x higher TDP
    This processor has a higher TDP than the average processor (350 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    350 W vs 45 W
  • 27.88x more expensive
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX is more expensive than the average processor (£6,970 vs £250).
    £6,970 vs £250
  • 5 °C lower temperature limit
    This processor has a lower temperature limit than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor can run up to 100 °C.
    95 °C vs 100 °C
  • 23.3% worse value for money
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX has worse value for money than the average processor (5.91 vs 7.3).
    5.91 vs 7.29
  • Weaker security extensions
    This processor provides less advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, Memory Guard, Secure Processor, Shadow Stack, Pluton vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK).
    AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, Memory Guard, Secure Processor, Shadow Stack, Pluton vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK
  • 27.88x more expensive
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX is more expensive than the average processor (£6,970 vs £250).
    £6,970 vs £250
  • 23.3% worse value for money
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX has worse value for money than the average processor (5.91 vs 7.3).
    5.91 vs 7.29
  • Weaker security extensions
    This processor provides less advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, Memory Guard, Secure Processor, Shadow Stack, Pluton vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK).
    AES-NI, SHA, NX bit, Memory Guard, Secure Processor, Shadow Stack, Pluton vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TME, TME-MK
  • Older TPM support
    This processor supports an older TPM version than the average processor (fTPM 2 vs PTT 2).
    fTPM 2.0 vs PTT 2.0
  • 5.4x larger die size
    This processor has a higher die size than the average processor (956 mm² vs 177 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 177 mm².
    956 mm² vs 177 mm²
  • 6 fewer memory channels
    This processor has fewer memory channels than the average processor (8 vs 2). The average processor supports 2 memory channels.
    8 vs 2
  • No integrated graphics
    This processor does not include integrated graphics, while the average processor does. 85.4% of processors include integrated graphics.
  • 7.78x higher base power
    This processor has a higher base power draw than the average processor (350 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    350 W vs 45 W
  • No configurable TDP
    This processor does not support configurable TDP, while the average processor does. 53.7% of processors support configurable TDP.
  • 7.78x higher TDP
    This processor has a higher TDP than the average processor (350 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    350 W vs 45 W
  • 5 °C lower temperature limit
    This processor has a lower temperature limit than the average processor (95 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor can run up to 100 °C.
    95 °C vs 100 °C

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

Hands-on video, no verdict

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

9.0
aecmag.com
≈ estimated
01/02/2024
Workstation review · Threadripper 7000 series
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX pairs 64 cores with a 5.1 GHz boost clock, best suited to rendering and simulation workloads that scale well across many cores.
9.0
develop3d.com
≈ estimated
12/02/2024
Engineering review · Threadripper 7000
Verdict
The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX is a 64-core workstation chip with strong single-core speed for CAD, though its 8-channel memory helps most in CFD simulation.

Third-party reviews

What customers like about AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX

  • Exceptional multi-threaded performance for rendering, simulations, and heavy multitasking
  • Significant generational uplift in single-core speeds compared to previous Zen 3 models
  • High memory bandwidth via 8-channel DDR5 support, ideal for large dataset processing
  • Extensive PCIe 5.0 lane support (128 lanes) for multi-GPU and high-speed storage setups
  • Official ECC memory support ensures stability for mission-critical professional workloads
  • Unlocked multiplier allows for relatively straightforward overclocking

What customers don't like about AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX

  • High entry cost and platform overhead, including expensive motherboards and DDR5 RAM
  • Requires high-end cooling solutions due to a 350W TDP and lack of included cooler
  • Performance scaling may not be linear in all applications, leading to diminishing returns for non-specialized tasks
  • Niche value for gaming; consumer CPUs like the 7950X offer better value for pure gaming systems
  • Total platform power consumption is very high, requiring a robust power supply

Verdict

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX is a professional-grade workstation processor based on the Zen 4 architecture, featuring 64 cores and 128 threads with a base clock of 3.2 GHz and a boost clock of up to 5.1 GHz. Key specifications include 256MB of L3 cache, support for 8-channel DDR5-5200 memory, and 128 usable PCIe 5.0 lanes on the sTR5 socket platform. Its primary advantages are exceptional multi-threaded performance for rendering and simulation, significant single-core gains over previous generations, and massive I/O expandability for multi-GPU setups. However, notable drawbacks include its high 350W TDP requiring robust cooling solutions, a substantial purchase price aimed at enterprise budgets, and potentially long initial boot times due to extensive memory self-testing.

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