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AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX 16-core sTR5

91.5 Servers Score
16C/32T5.4GHz64MB L3sTR5350W
Why we recommend this

The 16-core, 128-thread design with a 4.5GHz boost and 256MB of L3 cache delivers a 94,945 PassMark multi-core score for heavily threaded workstation tasks. The unlocked 280W TDP on the sTR5 socket and ECC memory support provide headroom for sustained rendering and data integrity in professional environments. This processor is best for 3D artists and architects running multi-threaded simulations who need reliable, high-throughput compute without stepping up to a 32-core part.

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AMD EPYC 7763 64-core LGA4094

87.7 Servers Score
64C/128T3.5GHz256MB L3LGA 4094280W
Why we recommend this ▼

The 64-core, 128-thread EPYC 7763 delivers a PassMark multi-core score of 84,440, making it a dense compute engine for heavily threaded workloads. Its 256MB of L3 cache and support for 8-channel DDR4 ECC memory provide the bandwidth needed for large in-memory datasets. This processor is best for data centers running virtualized server fleets or enterprise database applications where core density matters more than single-thread speed.

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