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Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

EPYC 9374F

2022

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +21.9% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Newer platform on SP5 with DDR5 support instead of TR4 and DDR4.
✅45.5% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 88) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 16.9 vs 20.0 PassMark/$ ($4,850 MSRP vs $3,990 MSRP).

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

2019

Why buy it

✅Costs $860 less on MSRP ($3,990 MSRP vs $4,850 MSRP).
✅Delivers 18.4% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 20.0 vs 16.9 PassMark/$ ($3,990 MSRP vs $4,850 MSRP).
✅Draws 280W instead of 320W, a 40W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than EPYC 9374F across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (79,889 vs 82,009).
❌Older platform position on TR4 with DDR4, while EPYC 9374F moves to SP5 and DDR5.

EPYC 9374F

2022

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

2019

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +21.9% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Newer platform on SP5 with DDR5 support instead of TR4 and DDR4.
✅45.5% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 88) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Why buy it

✅Costs $860 less on MSRP ($3,990 MSRP vs $4,850 MSRP).
✅Delivers 18.4% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 20.0 vs 16.9 PassMark/$ ($3,990 MSRP vs $4,850 MSRP).
✅Draws 280W instead of 320W, a 40W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 16.9 vs 20.0 PassMark/$ ($4,850 MSRP vs $3,990 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than EPYC 9374F across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (79,889 vs 82,009).
❌Older platform position on TR4 with DDR4, while EPYC 9374F moves to SP5 and DDR5.

Quick Answers

So, is EPYC 9374F better than Ryzen Threadripper 3990X?

Yes. EPYC 9374F is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 21.9% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data, 2.7% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, EPYC 9374F is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 21.9% more average FPS across 4 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, EPYC 9374F is the better fit. You are getting 2.7% better PassMark, backed by 32 cores and 64 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

EPYC 9374F is still the faster CPU overall, but Ryzen Threadripper 3990X makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. EPYC 9374F is 21.6% more expensive on MSRP at $4,850 MSRP versus $3,990 MSRP, and it gives you a 21.9% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. Ryzen Threadripper 3990X is also 18.4% better value on MSRP (20.0 vs 16.9 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

EPYC 9374F is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2022 vs 2019), a healthier platform with SP5 and DDR5 instead of TR4, more multi-core headroom with 32 cores / 64 threads instead of 64/128, and AVX-512 support for heavier modern compute workloads. That should give you a better long-term upgrade path for motherboard, RAM, and future CPU swaps.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

EPYC 9374F Benchmark Check

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	EPYC 9374F	Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
1080p
low	218 FPS	181 FPS
medium	180 FPS	152 FPS
high	154 FPS	131 FPS
ultra	111 FPS	106 FPS
1440p
low	191 FPS	157 FPS
medium	152 FPS	125 FPS
high	125 FPS	102 FPS
ultra	92 FPS	83 FPS
4K
low	88 FPS	85 FPS
medium	75 FPS	72 FPS
high	59 FPS	57 FPS
ultra	48 FPS	46 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	EPYC 9374F	Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
1080p
low	637 FPS	584 FPS
medium	556 FPS	503 FPS
high	449 FPS	386 FPS
ultra	392 FPS	330 FPS
1440p
low	538 FPS	491 FPS
medium	478 FPS	433 FPS
high	397 FPS	343 FPS
ultra	327 FPS	277 FPS
4K
low	334 FPS	308 FPS
medium	300 FPS	275 FPS
high	269 FPS	235 FPS
ultra	240 FPS	204 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	EPYC 9374F	Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
1080p
low	817 FPS	681 FPS
medium	690 FPS	563 FPS
high	624 FPS	497 FPS
ultra	545 FPS	428 FPS
1440p
low	616 FPS	582 FPS
medium	518 FPS	488 FPS
high	461 FPS	427 FPS
ultra	395 FPS	368 FPS
4K
low	441 FPS	424 FPS
medium	352 FPS	338 FPS
high	310 FPS	293 FPS
ultra	247 FPS	234 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	EPYC 9374F	Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
1080p
low	1138 FPS	942 FPS
medium	1015 FPS	842 FPS
high	875 FPS	724 FPS
ultra	784 FPS	639 FPS
1440p
low	880 FPS	777 FPS
medium	774 FPS	677 FPS
high	654 FPS	580 FPS
ultra	570 FPS	502 FPS
4K
low	623 FPS	540 FPS
medium	564 FPS	489 FPS
high	488 FPS	429 FPS
ultra	425 FPS	373 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 9374F and Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

EPYC 9374F

The EPYC 9374F is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 November 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 3.85 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 5 nm, 6 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 320 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 82,009 points. Launch price was $4,850.

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

The Ryzen Threadripper 3990X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 February 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2.9 GHz, with boost up to 4.3 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 79,889 points. Launch price was $3,999.

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Processing Power

The EPYC 9374F packs 32 cores / 64 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X offers 64 cores / 128 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X has 32 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.3 GHz on the EPYC 9374F versus 4.3 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X — identical boost frequencies (base: 3.85 GHz vs 2.9 GHz). The EPYC 9374F uses the Genoa (2022−2023) architecture (5 nm, 6 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X uses Matisse (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 9374F scores 82,009 against the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X's 79,889 — a 2.6% lead for the EPYC 9374F. L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 9374F vs 256 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X.

Feature	EPYC 9374F	Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
Cores / Threads	32 / 64	64 / 128+100%
Boost Clock	4.3 GHz	4.3 GHz
Base Clock	3.85 GHz+33%	2.9 GHz
L3 Cache	256 MB (total)	256 MB
L2 Cache	1 MB (per core)+100%	512K (per core)
Process	5 nm, 6 nm-29%	7 nm, 12 nm
Architecture	Genoa (2022−2023)	Matisse (2019−2020)
PassMark	82,009+3%	79,889
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	64,366
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,961
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	22,045

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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 9374F uses the SP5 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X uses TR4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 4800 on the EPYC 9374F versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X — the EPYC 9374F supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 9374F supports up to 6144 of RAM compared to 256 GB — 184% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 12 (EPYC 9374F) vs 4 (Ryzen Threadripper 3990X). PCIe lanes: 128 (EPYC 9374F) vs 88 (Ryzen Threadripper 3990X) — the EPYC 9374F offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SP5 (EPYC 9374F) and TRX40 (Ryzen Threadripper 3990X).

Feature	EPYC 9374F	Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
Socket	SP5	TR4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	4800+119900%	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	6144	256 GB+4368967%
RAM Channels	12+200%	4
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	128+45%	88

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the EPYC 9374F supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP (EPYC 9374F) vs true (Ryzen Threadripper 3990X). Direct competitor: EPYC 9374F rivals Xeon Platinum 8480+; Ryzen Threadripper 3990X rivals Core i9-10980XE.

Feature	EPYC 9374F	Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
Integrated GPU	No	No
IGPU Model	None	None
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	Yes	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, SEV-SNP	true

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Value Analysis

The EPYC 9374F launched at $4850 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X debuted at $3990. On MSRP ($4850 vs $3990), the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X is $860 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 9374F delivers 16.9 pts/$ vs 20.0 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X — making the Ryzen Threadripper 3990X the 16.9% better value option.