EPYC 7543 vs Ryzen Threadripper 3970X

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Passmark Score

62952

Passmark Score

62946

Performance Difference

EPYC 7543 is 0.0% faster than Ryzen Threadripper 3970X

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, EPYC 7543 performs 0.0% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between EPYC 7543 and Ryzen Threadripper 3970X.

Both processors are popular choices for gaming PCs. Consider factors like core count, boost clock speeds, power consumption (TDP), and gaming vs productivity performance when choosing between these CPUs.

Technical Specifications

Detailed hardware specifications for EPYC 7543 and Ryzen Threadripper 3970X

AMD

EPYC 7543

The EPYC 7543 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 15 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Milan (2021−2023) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm+ process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 225 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 62,952 points. Launch price was $3,761.

General Information

Type:server
Series:AMD EPYC
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$3,761
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:15 March 2021 (4 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Milan (2021−2023)
Performance Ranking Position:112

Technical Specifications

Cores:32
Threads:64
Die Size:8x 81 mm2
L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)
L2 Cache:512 kB (per core)
L3 Cache:256 MB (total)
Max Frequency:3.7 GHz
Multiplicador:28
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:2.8 GHz
Transistor Count:33,200 million
Process Technology:7 nm+
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:SP3
Power Consumption (TDP):225 Watt
Max Processors In Config:2

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4-3200
Memory Bandwidth:204.795 GB/s
Max Memory Capacity:4 TiB
AMD

Ryzen Threadripper 3970X

The Ryzen Threadripper 3970X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 25 November 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 62,946 points. Launch price was $1,999.

General Information

Type:desktop
Series:AMD Ryzen Threadripper
Designer:AMD
Launch Price:$1,999
Manufacturer:TSMC
Release Date:25 November 2019 (6 years ago)
Architecture Codename:Matisse (2019−2020)
Performance Ranking Position:113

Technical Specifications

Cores:32
Threads:64
L1 Cache:96K (per core)
L2 Cache:512K (per core)
L3 Cache:128 MB
Max Frequency:4.5 GHz
Multiplicador:37
64-Bit Support:+
Base Frequency:3.7 GHz
Transistor Count:19,200 million
Process Technology:7 nm, 12 nm
Unlocked Multiplier:+
Velocidade Dos Pneus:8 × 16 GT/s
Compatibilidade Com Windows 11:+

Compatibility

Socket:TR4
Power Consumption (TDP):280 Watt
Max Processors In Config:1 (Uniprocessor)

Memory

RAM Types:DDR4 Eight-channel
Memory Channels:4
Memory Bandwidth:102.403 GB/s
ECC Memory Support:+
Max Memory Capacity:256 GB

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