AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 64-core Socket TRX4
AMD
78 Overall Score
vs
AMD EPYC 9554 64-core SP5
AMD
82 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
AMD EPYC 9554 64-core SP5
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Server
Productivity
Ai Llm
Gaming
Efficiency
Budget
Specifications
| AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | AMD EPYC 9554 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | AMD | AMD |
| Series | Ryzen Threadripper | EPYC |
| Model | 3990X | 9554 |
| Codename | — | Genoa |
| Class | hedt | server |
| Process | — | 5★ |
| 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 | 12★ |
| ECC | — | ✓★ |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | Socket TRX4 | 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
AMD EPYC 9554 64-core SP5
- Strong platform (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong ai (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong multi thread (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong efficiency (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average affordability (2nd percentile)2nd %ile
- Below average social proof (9th percentile)9th %ile
Pricing
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 64-core Socket TRX40.017score per dollar
vs
AMD EPYC 9554 64-core SP50.027score per dollar
AMD EPYC 9554 64-core SP5 offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: AMD EPYC 9554
Scores 82 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 25 specs.