AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 64-core sTRX4
AMD
78 Overall Score
vs
Intel 5120
Intel
50 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 64-core sTRX4
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
Intel 5120
No customer feedback yet
Scores
Productivity
Server
Ai Llm
Gaming
Budget
Efficiency
Specifications
| AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Intel 5120 | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | AMD | Intel |
| Series | Ryzen Threadripper | Xeon Gold |
| Model | 3990X | 5120 |
| Class | hedt | server |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | 64★ | 14 |
| Threads | ||
| Base Clock | ||
| Boost Clock | ||
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | 32★ | 14 |
| L3 Cache | ||
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | ||
| PassMark Single | ||
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR4★ | — |
| Channels | 4★ | — |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | Socket TRX4 | LGA 3647 |
| PCIe | 4.0 | — |
| PCIe Lanes | 88★ | — |
| TDP | 280 | 105★ |
| Unlocked | ✓★ | — |
Pros & Cons
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 64-core sTRX4
- Strong ai (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong multi thread (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong feature (93rd percentile)93rd %ile
- Strong platform (86th percentile)86th %ile
Intel 5120
- Strong multi thread (74th percentile)
- Strong ai (74th percentile)
- Strong efficiency (73rd percentile)
- Below average platform (18th percentile)18th %ile
- Below average feature (20th percentile)20th %ile
Pricing
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 64-core sTRX40.024score per dollar
vs
Intel 51200.239score per dollar
Intel 5120 offers 10.0x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
Scores 78 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 12 of 19 specs.