AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 64-core Socket TRX4
AMD
78 Overall Score
vs
D&H BX80673I99960X
D&H
69 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
D&H BX80673I99960X
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Productivity
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Ai Llm
Budget
Gaming
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Specifications
| AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | D&H BX80673I99960X | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | AMD | Intel |
| Series | Ryzen Threadripper | Core i9 |
| Model | 3990X | 9960X |
| Codename | — | Skylake X |
| Class | hedt | desktop |
| Process | — | 14★ |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | 64★ | 16 |
| Threads | ||
| Base Clock | ||
| Boost Clock | ||
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | 32★ | 16 |
| L3 Cache | ||
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | ||
| PassMark Single | ||
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR4 | DDR4 |
| Max Speed | No data | |
| Channels | 4 | 4 |
| ECC | — | ✗ |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | Socket TRX4 | LGA 2066 |
| PCIe | 4.0 | 3.0 |
| PCIe Lanes | 88★ | 44 |
| TDP | 280 | 165★ |
| 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
D&H BX80673I99960X
- Strong ai (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong multi thread (84th percentile)84th %ile
- Strong platform (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong efficiency (75th percentile)
- Below average affordability (18th percentile)18th %ile
Pricing
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 64-core Socket TRX40.001score per dollar
vs
D&H BX80673I99960X0.003score per dollar
D&H BX80673I99960X offers 3.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
Scores 78 overall, wins 3 of 6 usage categories and 6 of 23 specs.
