Shortly after Intel’s launch of the 14th-Gen Raptor Lake Refresh desktop processors, AMD revealed its latest Threadripper 7000 series desktop processors. AMD aims to redefine the high-end processor market with this lineup, enhancing computing performance across architecture, design, and content creation tasks. Let’s explore the new features of AMD’s Threadripper 7000 Series CPUs for desktop platforms!
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7000 Series Desktop Processors: Details
AMD Threadripper 7000, the company’s latest high-end desktop processor lineup, boasts significantly higher core and thread counts, offering superior computing performance compared to standard consumer-oriented chips like the Ryzen 9. It competes directly with Intel’s Xeon series, earning its reputation as the true beast of CPU power.
AMD highlights the entertainment industry’s reliance on Threadripper processors for film production. Their current flagship, the Threadripper 5995WX chip, outperforms the Xeon W-3495 by 37% in Autodesk Maya performance, solidifying its position as a class-leading chip.
The new Threadripper 7000 series aims to innovate further, unlocking a new ceiling in CPU performance. According to David McAfee, Corporate VP at AMD, the company relentlessly pushes limits, reflected in the launch of their new Threadripper 7000 high-end desktop processors today.
AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 7000 WX: 96 Cores & 192 Threads
The Threadripper Pro 7000 WX series offers up to 96 cores and 192 threads, exemplified by the top-end Ryzen Threadripper 7995WX model with a boost clock of 5.1 GHz and 480MB of cache. The TDP of this chip is 350W.
In the realm of processor architecture, the Ryzen Threadripper Pro 7000 WX CPUs adopt AMD’s cutting-edge Zen 4 architecture, manufactured using a 5nm process. These CPUs support DDR5 memory across 8 channels and boast up to 48 PCIe 5.0 lanes.AMD has confirmed partnerships with Dell, Hewlett Packard, and Lenovo to integrate the new Ryzen Threadripper Pro 7000 WX series processors into upcoming PCs. Detailed specifications for the Threadripper Pro 7000 series variants are as follows:CPU VariantCores/ThreadsClock Speed (Base/Boost)Total CacheTDPRyzen Threadripper Pro 7995WX96/1925.10 GHz (Boost) / 2.50 GHz (Base)480MB350WRyzen Threadripper Pro 7985WX64/1285.10 GHz (Boost) / 3.20 GHz (Base)320MB350WRyzen Threadripper Pro 7975WX32/645.30 GHz (Boost) / 4.0 GHz (Base)160MB350WRyzen Threadripper Pro 7965WX24/485.30 GHz (Boost) / 4.20 GHz (Base)152MB350WRyzen Threadripper Pro 7955WX16/325.30 GHz (Boost) / 4.50 GHz (Base)80MB350WRyzen Threadripper Pro 7945WX12/245.30 GHz (Boost) / 4.70 GHz (Base)76MB350W
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7000 Series: 64 Cores & 128 Threads
The non-Pro Ryzen Threadripper 7000 series also impresses. The top-end model, Ryzen Threadripper 7980X, boasts up to 64 Cores & 128 Threads with a boost clock reaching 5.10 GHz. This processor is priced at $4,999 in the US, making it one of the most high-end computer parts available, surpassing the cost of an entire PC.
AMD asserts that the Threadripper 7000 series promises the ultimate overclockable high-end desktop experience. Performance and efficiency have been optimized with the 5nm-based Zen 4 architecture. This lineup supports up to 48 PCIe 5.0 lanes, matching the Pro series. Below are the CPU variants of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7000 Series, along with their prices.
| CPU Variant | Total Core & Thread Count | Clock Speed (Base/Boost) | Total Cache | TDP (Thermal Design Power) | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ryzen Threadripper 7980X | 64 Cores, 128 Threads | 5.10 GHz (Boost) / 3.20 GHz (Base) | 320MB | 350W | $4,999 |
| Ryzen Threadripper 7970X | 32 Cores, 64 Threads | 5.30 GHz (Boost) / 4.00 GHz (Base) | 160MB | 350W | $2,499 |
| Ryzen Threadripper 7960X | 24 Cores, 48 Threads | 5.30 GHz (Boost) / 4.20 GHz (Base) | 152MB | 350W | $1,499 |
The latest Ryzen Threadripper 7000 series desktop processors are impressive. AMD has confirmed compatibility with two motherboard chipsets: WRX90 and AMD TRX50. The WRX90 supports up to 2TB of DDR5 5200 MHz RAM, while the TRX50 supports up to 1TB of DDR5 5200 MHz RAM. These processors feature AMD’s latest technologies, including AMD Pro Business Ready Support, AMD Shadow Stack, and overclocking support.
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7000 Series: Availability
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