PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

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 7702P

2019

Why buy it

✅+2.3% higher PassMark.
✅+100% larger total L3 cache (256 MB vs 128 MB).
✅Draws 200W instead of 280W, a 80W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 14.4 vs 46.6 PassMark/$ ($4,425 MSRP vs $1,337 MSRP).

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX

2020

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +18.0% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $3,088 less on MSRP ($1,337 MSRP vs $4,425 MSRP).
✅Delivers 223.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 46.6 vs 14.4 PassMark/$ ($1,337 MSRP vs $4,425 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (62,261 vs 63,692).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (128 MB vs 256 MB).
❌40% higher power demand at 280W vs 200W.

EPYC 7702P

2019

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX

2020

Why buy it

✅+2.3% higher PassMark.
✅+100% larger total L3 cache (256 MB vs 128 MB).
✅Draws 200W instead of 280W, a 80W reduction.

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +18.0% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Costs $3,088 less on MSRP ($1,337 MSRP vs $4,425 MSRP).
✅Delivers 223.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 46.6 vs 14.4 PassMark/$ ($1,337 MSRP vs $4,425 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 14.4 vs 46.6 PassMark/$ ($4,425 MSRP vs $1,337 MSRP).

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (62,261 vs 63,692).
❌Smaller total L3 cache (128 MB vs 256 MB).
❌40% higher power demand at 280W vs 200W.

Quick Answers

So, is Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX better than EPYC 7702P?

It depends on what matters more to you. For gaming, Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX is ahead with a 18.0% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, EPYC 7702P pulls ahead with 2.3% better PassMark. EPYC 7702P also has the bigger cache pool with 100% larger total L3 cache (256 MB vs 128 MB).

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

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, EPYC 7702P is the better fit. You are getting 2.3% better PassMark, backed by 64 cores and 128 threads. It also carries the larger cache pool with 100% larger total L3 cache (256 MB vs 128 MB).

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

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX is the smarter buy today. Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX is $3,088 cheaper on MSRP at $1,337 MSRP versus $4,425 MSRP, and it gives you a 18.0% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. The trade-off is that EPYC 7702P is still stronger for heavier multi-core work with 2.3% better PassMark. It is also 223.5% better value on MSRP (46.6 vs 14.4 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.

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

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2020 vs 2019). That extra cache should hold up really well in CPU-limited games and high-refresh builds.

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 7702P Benchmark Check

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	EPYC 7702P	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
1080p
low	192 FPS	183 FPS
medium	172 FPS	149 FPS
high	138 FPS	126 FPS
ultra	110 FPS	98 FPS
1440p
low	157 FPS	160 FPS
medium	132 FPS	127 FPS
high	101 FPS	101 FPS
ultra	82 FPS	79 FPS
4K
low	72 FPS	73 FPS
medium	65 FPS	61 FPS
high	50 FPS	48 FPS
ultra	40 FPS	40 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	EPYC 7702P	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
1080p
low	247 FPS	579 FPS
medium	221 FPS	499 FPS
high	183 FPS	383 FPS
ultra	148 FPS	327 FPS
1440p
low	202 FPS	485 FPS
medium	186 FPS	425 FPS
high	158 FPS	338 FPS
ultra	124 FPS	274 FPS
4K
low	126 FPS	304 FPS
medium	118 FPS	270 FPS
high	103 FPS	231 FPS
ultra	84 FPS	202 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	EPYC 7702P	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
1080p
low	629 FPS	681 FPS
medium	536 FPS	564 FPS
high	486 FPS	497 FPS
ultra	415 FPS	425 FPS
1440p
low	524 FPS	570 FPS
medium	446 FPS	479 FPS
high	394 FPS	424 FPS
ultra	338 FPS	364 FPS
4K
low	389 FPS	417 FPS
medium	312 FPS	333 FPS
high	274 FPS	293 FPS
ultra	224 FPS	234 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	EPYC 7702P	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
1080p
low	904 FPS	1020 FPS
medium	823 FPS	917 FPS
high	706 FPS	765 FPS
ultra	610 FPS	664 FPS
1440p
low	711 FPS	802 FPS
medium	620 FPS	701 FPS
high	530 FPS	584 FPS
ultra	450 FPS	496 FPS
4K
low	503 FPS	559 FPS
medium	452 FPS	504 FPS
high	398 FPS	437 FPS
ultra	343 FPS	373 FPS

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Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of EPYC 7702P and Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX

EPYC 7702P

The EPYC 7702P is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture. It features 64 cores and 128 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.35 GHz. L3 cache: 256 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 200 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 63,692 points. Launch price was $4,425.

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX

The Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2020-07-14. It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 128 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: sWRX8. Thermal design power (TDP): 280 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 62,261 points. Launch price was $4,499.

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Processing Power

The EPYC 7702P packs 64 cores / 128 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the EPYC 7702P has 32 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.35 GHz on the EPYC 7702P versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX — a 22.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX (base: 2 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The EPYC 7702P uses the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture (7 nm, 14 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX uses Matisse (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the EPYC 7702P scores 63,692 against the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX's 62,261 — a 2.3% lead for the EPYC 7702P. L3 cache: 256 MB (total) on the EPYC 7702P vs 128 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX.

Feature	EPYC 7702P	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
Cores / Threads	64 / 128+100%	32 / 64
Boost Clock	3.35 GHz	4.2 GHz+25%
Base Clock	2 GHz	3.5 GHz+75%
L3 Cache	256 MB (total)+100%	128 MB
L2 Cache	512K (per core)	512K (per core)
Process	7 nm, 14 nm	7 nm, 12 nm
Architecture	Zen 2 (2017−2020)	Matisse (2019−2020)
PassMark	63,692+2%	62,261
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	42,986
Geekbench 6 Single	—	1,260
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	25,211

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Memory & Platform

The EPYC 7702P uses the TR4 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX uses sWRX8 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 3200 on the EPYC 7702P versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX — the EPYC 7702P supports 199.5% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7702P supports up to 4096 of RAM compared to 2048 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 8-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 128 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: SP3 (EPYC 7702P) and AMD WRX80 (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX).

Feature	EPYC 7702P	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
Socket	TR4	sWRX8
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	3200+79900%	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	4096	2048 GB+52428700%
RAM Channels	8	8
ECC Support	Yes	Yes
PCIe Lanes	128	128

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (EPYC 7702P) vs true (Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX). Direct competitor: EPYC 7702P rivals Xeon Platinum 8380; Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX rivals Xeon W-3375.

Feature	EPYC 7702P	Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX
Integrated GPU	No	No
IGPU Model	None	None
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	true

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Value Analysis

The EPYC 7702P launched at $4425 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX debuted at $1337. On MSRP ($4425 vs $1337), the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX is $3088 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the EPYC 7702P delivers 14.4 pts/$ vs 46.6 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX — making the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX the 105.6% better value option.