Ryzen Threadripper 7980X

Details and Benchmarks for AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7980X

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Benchmark Results

Combined benchmark scores based on multiple data points, giving a quick overview of this processor's performance.

Overall Score

Overall score for Ryzen Threadripper 7980X based on all benchmark results gathered. Look at this like a meta score, you will find more specific workload ratings below.

8,724 Rank: 5
Rank Name Score Visual
1 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX 9,492
+8.8%
2 Ryzen Threadripper 9980X 9,155
+4.9%
3 Ryzen Threadripper 9970X 8,788
+0.7%
4 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9975WX 8,765
+0.5%
5 Ryzen Threadripper 7980X 8,724
6 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX 8,655
-0.8%
7 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX 8,602
-1.4%
8 Core Ultra 9 285K 8,530
-2.2%
9 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX 8,521
-2.3%
10 Ryzen 9 9950X3D 8,419
-3.5%

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Multicore Score

Multicore performance score for Ryzen Threadripper 7980X based on multi-threaded benchmark results.

10,726 Rank: 4
Rank Name Score Visual
1 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX 12,029
+12.1%
2 Ryzen Threadripper 9980X 11,155
+4%
3 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX 10,831
+1%
4 Ryzen Threadripper 7980X 10,726
5 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX 10,593
-1.2%
6 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9975WX 10,200
-4.9%
7 Ryzen Threadripper 9970X 10,153
-5.3%
8 EPYC 7552 9,846
-8.2%
9 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX 9,614
-10.4%
10 Ryzen Threadripper 7970X 9,563
-10.8%

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Singlecore Score

Single-core performance score for Ryzen Threadripper 7980X based on single-threaded benchmark results.

7,389 Rank: 43
Rank Name Score Visual
39 Ryzen 9 7900 7,448
+0.8%
40 Core i9-14900HX 7,432
+0.6%
41 Ryzen 5 9600X 7,399
+0.1%
42 Core i9-12900K 7,393
+0.1%
43 Ryzen Threadripper 7980X 7,389
44 Core i9-12900KF 7,385
-0.1%
45 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7945WX 7,364
-0.3%
46 Ryzen 7 PRO 7745 7,338
-0.7%
47 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7965WX 7,330
-0.8%
48 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX 7,313
-1%

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Workload Scores

Performance scores grouped by workload type, normalized and aggregated from multiple raw benchmark results.

Number Crunching

Aggregated score for Ryzen Threadripper 7980X based on integer math, floating point math, and prime number computation benchmarks.

12,739 Rank: 4
Rank Name Score Visual
1 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX 17,027
+33.7%
2 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX 14,681
+15.2%
3 Ryzen Threadripper 9980X 13,032
+2.3%
4 Ryzen Threadripper 7980X 12,739
5 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX 12,677
-0.5%
6 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX 10,444
-18%
7 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9975WX 9,558
-25%
8 Ryzen Threadripper 9970X 9,508
-25.4%
9 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX 9,255
-27.3%
10 Xeon w9-3495X 9,248
-27.4%

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Data Processing

Aggregated score for Ryzen Threadripper 7980X based on data encryption, data compression, and string sorting benchmarks.

13,476 Rank: 3
Rank Name Score Visual
1 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX 16,406
+21.7%
2 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX 14,892
+10.5%
3 Ryzen Threadripper 7980X 13,476
4 Ryzen Threadripper 9980X 13,282
-1.4%
5 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX 13,069
-3%
6 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX 10,666
-20.9%
7 Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 10,660
-20.9%
8 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3995WX 10,408
-22.8%
9 EPYC 7H12 10,135
-24.8%
10 EPYC 7742 9,708
-28%

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Physics & Compute

Aggregated score for Ryzen Threadripper 7980X based on physics simulation and extended instruction set (SSE/AVX) benchmarks.

11,327 Rank: 5
Rank Name Score Visual
1 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX 15,877
+40.2%
2 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX 12,923
+14.1%
3 Ryzen Threadripper 9980X 12,098
+6.8%
4 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7985WX 11,756
+3.8%
5 Ryzen Threadripper 7980X 11,327
6 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9975WX 9,885
-12.7%
7 Ryzen Threadripper 9970X 9,630
-15%
8 Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX 9,265
-18.2%
9 Xeon w9-3495X 9,111
-19.6%
10 Ryzen Threadripper 7970X 9,013
-20.4%

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Ryzen Threadripper 7980X Details

As of March 2026, the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7980X stands as one of the most powerful consumer-grade processors available, sitting at the top tier of the desktop workstation segment. Launched in October 2023, this 64-core, 128-thread chip is part of AMD's Zen 4 (Storm Peak) architecture family, designed for extreme multi-threaded workloads such as 3D rendering, video editing, and high-end simulation. With a launch price of $4,999, it targets professionals and enthusiasts who demand maximum compute power, not just for gaming but for content creation and engineering applications.

Built on a 5 nm process by TSMC, the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X features a massive 52.56 billion transistors and a 350 W TDP, requiring robust cooling solutions. It operates at a base frequency of 3.2 GHz and can boost up to 5.1 GHz, depending on the workload and cooling performance. The processor uses the sTR5 socket and supports quad-channel DDR5 memory, rated at 5200 MT/s, with a memory bandwidth of 166.4 GB/s. It also supports ECC memory, a critical feature for data integrity in professional environments.

The chip includes 256 MB of L3 cache, with 0.061 MiB of L1 and 0.954 MiB of L2 cache per core, enabling fast access to frequently used data. It supports PCIe 5.0 with 48 lanes directly from the CPU, allowing for high-speed storage and expansion options. While it lacks integrated graphics, it includes extensive virtualization support via AMD-V and advanced instruction sets like AVX, AVX2, AVX-512, and AES-NI, making it ideal for compute-intensive tasks.

In benchmark testing, the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X scores 10,726 in multicore performance, placing it at #4 among 2060 processors, just behind the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX and the newer Ryzen Threadripper 9980X. Its single-core score of 7,389 ranks #43, which is impressive given its focus on parallel processing. The overall score of 8,724 puts it at #5 in the top 50 of all processors, outperforming nearly all mainstream and enthusiast CPUs, including the Core i9-14900K and Ryzen 9 7950X.

While the single-core performance is strong, the 7980X truly excels in multithreaded applications, where its 64 cores and Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT) provide a significant edge. It competes directly with the Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7995WX and the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X, though it trails slightly in raw performance due to lower base and boost frequencies. For users needing the highest possible throughput in professional workloads, the 7980X remains a compelling choice, albeit at a premium price and with high power requirements.

In summary, the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X is a flagship processor for power users and creators, offering unparalleled core counts and memory bandwidth. Its position in the top 5 of the overall rankings reflects its dominance in multi-threaded tasks, though it is not intended for general desktop use due to its cost, power draw, and cooling demands. As of early 2026, it remains one of the most powerful desktop CPUs on the market, best suited for professional workstations and high-end content creation setups.
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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7980X

Main Specifications

Designer: AMD
Name: Ryzen Threadripper 7980X
Cores: 64
Threads: 128
Base Frequency: 3200 MHz
Clock Multiplier: 32x (unlocked)
Core Name: Storm Peak
Socket: Socket sTR5
Package: FC-LGA4844
Target Segment: Desktop
TDP: 350 W

Cache Specifications

L1 Cache: 62.464 KiB
L2 Cache: 0.954 MiB
L3 Cache: 244.141 MiB

Memory Specifications

Supported Memory Type: DDR5

Physical Specifications

Process: 5 nm
Die Area: 8x mm²
Manufacturer: TSMC

CPU Features

MMX SSE SSE2 SSE3 SSSE3 SSE4.1 SSE4.2 AVX AVX2 BMI1 BMI2 FMA3 AES F16C SMEP SSE4a SHA AMD-V AVX-512 SMT
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