AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX vs AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX

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AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX or AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX features 12 processor cores and has the capability to manage 24 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2022 and belongs to the 4 generation of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO series.
To use the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX, you'll need a motherboard with a WRX8 (sWRX8) socket.
The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX features 12 processor cores and has the capability to manage 24 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2021 and belongs to the 3 generation of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO series.
To use the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX, you'll need a motherboard with a WRX8 (sWRX8) socket.
AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO Family AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO
Desktop / Server Segment Desktop / Server
AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX Name AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX
AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5000 Group AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3000
4 Generation 3
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX has 12 CPU cores and can calculate 24 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX is 4.1 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 4.5 GHz.
The number of CPU cores greatly affects the speed of the processor and is an important performance indicator.
The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX has 12 CPU cores and can calculate 24 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX is 4.0 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 4.3 GHz.
12x Cores 12x
4.1 GHz Frequency 4.0 GHz
12 CPU Cores 12
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading Yes
No Overclocking Yes
24 Threads 24
4.5 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 4.3 GHz
 
 

Internal Graphics

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX does not have integrated graphics.
The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX does not have integrated graphics.
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Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
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Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 2.0 TB distributed across 8 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 204.8 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
Yes AES-NI Yes
2.0 TB Max. Memory 2.0 TB
204.8 GB/s Bandwidth 204.8 GB/s
DDR4-3200 Memory type DDR4-3200
pci PCIe pci
8 Memory channels 8
Yes ECC Yes
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 280 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
280 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 280 W
95 °C Tjunction max 95 °C
 
 

Technical details

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5945WX is manufactured using a 7 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 64.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3945WX is manufactured using a 7 nm process.
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Q1/2022 Release date Q1/2021
WRX8 (sWRX8) Socket WRX8 (sWRX8)
6.0 MB L2-Cache 6.0 MB
64.0 MB L3-Cache 64.0 MB
Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 Operating systems Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
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Chagall (Zen 3) Architecture Castle Peak (Zen 2)
AMD-V, SVM Virtualization AMD-V, SVM
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SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, FMA3, AVX2
Chiplet Chip design Chiplet
7 nm Technology 7 nm