AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X 12-core sTR4
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 24-core LGA1851
What Buyers Say
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X 12-core sTR4
The AMD Threadripper 1920X is generally well-regarded for its performance and compatibility with TR4 motherboards, though users note the need for aftermarket cooling and the lack of included cooler. Some questions about memory and virtualization support were answered positively, but there are minor concerns about pricing and specific software compatibility. Overall, sentiment is positive but mixed on value and cooling requirements.
Pros
- High performance
- TR4 socket compatibility
- Good for gaming
- Supports virtualization
- Works with many motherboards
Cons
- No included cooler
- Requires aftermarket cooling
- High price
- DDR3 not supported
- Incompatible with AM4 socket
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 24-core LGA1851
The Intel Core Ultra 9 285K is overwhelmingly praised for its raw performance, especially in 4K gaming and heavy multitasking, with users noting significant upgrades from older CPUs. It runs cool with proper cooling solutions, and its efficiency and support for DDR5 and PCIe 5.0 are highlighted as major advantages. Some mention that it may not beat AMD in 1080p/1440p gaming, but it excels at 4K and productivity. A few note the lack of a cooler and tray packaging as minor drawbacks, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Excellent 4K gaming performance
- Strong multitasking and productivity
- Runs cool with proper cooling
- Supports DDR5 and PCIe 5.0
- Power efficient (125W TDP)
Cons
- No cooler included
- Tray packaging (no retail box)
- May lag AMD in 1080p/1440p gaming
- Requires BIOS adjustments for best performance
- Premium price
Scores
Specifications
| AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X | Intel Core Ultra 9 285K | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | AMD | Intel |
| Series | Ryzen Threadripper | Core Ultra 9 |
| Model | 1920X | 285K |
| Codename | Summit Ridge | Arrow Lake-S |
| Class | hedt | desktop |
| Process | 14 | 3★ |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | 12 | 24★ |
| P-cores | — | 8★ |
| E-cores | — | 16★ |
| Threads | 24 | 24 |
| Base Clock | ||
| Boost Clock | ||
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | 6 | 40★ |
| L3 Cache | 32 | 36★ |
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | ||
| PassMark Single | ||
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR5★ |
| Max Speed | ||
| Channels | 4★ | 2 |
| Max Memory | ||
| ECC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | sTR4 | LGA 1851 |
| PCIe | 3.0 | 5.0 |
| PCIe Lanes | 64★ | 24 |
| TDP | 180 | 125★ |
| Max Turbo Power | — | 250★ |
| Unlocked | ✓ | ✓ |
| Graphics & AI | ||
| Integrated Graphics | — | Intel Graphics |
| NPU TOPS | — | 13★ |
Pros & Cons
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X 12-core sTR4
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong platform (86th percentile)86th %ile
- Strong multi thread (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong feature (79th percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (22nd percentile)
Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 24-core LGA1851
- Strong feature (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong single thread (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong efficiency (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong multi thread (97th percentile)97th %ile
Pricing
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X 12-core sTR4 offers 1.6x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 98 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 16 of 29 specs.