Ryzen Threadripper 9980X vs EPYC 9745

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Performance Comparison

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Passmark Score

142069

Passmark Score

130698

Performance Difference

Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is 8.7% faster than EPYC 9745

Benchmarks & Performance Comparison

In this CPU comparison, Ryzen Threadripper 9980X performs 8.7% better in benchmarks. Below you'll find detailed performance analysis, gaming benchmarks, power consumption data, and specifications to help you decide between Ryzen Threadripper 9980X and EPYC 9745.

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 Ryzen Threadripper 9980X and EPYC 9745

Ryzen Threadripper 9980X

The Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 July 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Shimada Peak (2025) architecture. It features 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 4 nm process technology. Socket: sTR5. Thermal design power (TDP): 350 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 142,069 points. Launch price was $4,999.

General Information

Type:desktop

Designer:AMD

Launch Price:$4,999

Manufacturer:TSMC

Release Date:30 July 2025 (less than a year ago)

Architecture Codename:Shimada Peak (2025)

Performance Ranking Position:10

Technical Specifications

Cores:64

Threads:128

Die Size:8x 70.6 mm2

L1 Cache:64 kB (per core)

L2 Cache:1 MB (per core)

L3 Cache:256 MB (total)

Max Frequency:5.4 GHz

64-Bit Support:+

Base Frequency:3.2 GHz

Transistor Count:66,520 million

Process Technology:4 nm

Unlocked Multiplier:+

Compatibility

Socket:sTR5

Power Consumption (TDP):350 Watt

Max Processors In Config:1

Memory

RAM Types:DDR5

EPYC 9745

The EPYC 9745 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 10 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Turin (2024) architecture. It features 128 cores and 256 threads. Base frequency is 2.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: SP5. Thermal design power (TDP): 400 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 130,698 points. Launch price was $12,141.