AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 64-core Socket TRX4
AMD
79 Overall Score
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SMC EPYC 9555P 64-core AMD Socket SP5
SMC
80 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 64-core Socket TRX4
85 out of 100 medium confidence 12 reviews
The AMD Threadripper 3990X is overwhelmingly loved by power users who need high multi-core performance for tasks like 3D rendering, simulation, and software development. However, a few reviews note limitations such as RAM compatibility issues and the lack of optimization for typical consumer applications. Verified purchasers highlight its incredible speed and value per core compared to Intel alternatives, but caution that it's overkill for gaming or casual use.
Pros
- insane multi-core performance
- great value per core compared to Intel
- built-in Precision Boost Overdrive for safe overclocking
- efficient auto-tuning by motherboard
- excellent for 3D rendering and simulations
Cons
- RAM compatibility issues with ECC RDIMMs
- requires BIOS update for Linux installation
- not optimized for typical consumer applications
- limited to 256GB RAM on 4 channels
- very high absolute price
Multi core performance 7
Value for money 4
Overclocking and auto tuning 3
Compatibility issues 2
Use case suitability 5
Cooling and thermal performance 3
SMC EPYC 9555P 64-core AMD Socket SP5
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Productivity
Server
Ai Llm
Gaming
Efficiency
Budget
Specifications
| AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | SMC EPYC 9555P | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | AMD | AMD |
| Series | Ryzen Threadripper | EPYC |
| Model | 3990X | 9555P |
| Codename | — | Turin |
| Class | hedt | server |
| Process | — | 4★ |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | 64 | 64 |
| P-cores | — | 64★ |
| Threads | ||
| Base Clock | ||
| Boost Clock | ||
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | 32 | 64★ |
| L3 Cache | ||
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | ||
| PassMark Single | ||
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR5★ |
| Max Speed | No data | |
| Channels | 4★ | — |
| ECC | — | ✓★ |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | Socket TRX4 | AMD Socket SP5 |
| PCIe | 4.0 | 5.0 |
| PCIe Lanes | ||
| TDP | 280★ | 360 |
| Max Turbo Power | — | 400★ |
| Unlocked | ✓★ | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 64-core Socket TRX4
- Strong ai (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong multi thread (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong feature (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong platform (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Below average affordability (1st percentile)1st %ile
SMC EPYC 9555P 64-core AMD Socket SP5
- Strong multi thread (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong ai (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong platform (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong efficiency (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average affordability (0th percentile)0th %ile
Verdict
Winner: SMC EPYC 9555P
Scores 80 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 12 of 25 specs.