AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X

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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
In a nutshell, for the same price you get more CPU performance, lower power consumption and improved operating temperatures with Threadripper, so why would you buy the Core i9-7900X over the 1950X?
- As reviewed by TechSpot on Aug 2017
16
Cores
32
Threads
3.4 GHz
Base Clock
4.0 GHz
Boost Clock
Socket TR4
Socket
180 W
TDP
No iGPU
Graphics
$850
Price
Release date:Aug 10, 2017Price at Launch:$999
Cores:16Threads:32
Base Clock:3.4 GHzBoost Clock:4.0 GHz
Type:DesktopMultithreading:Yes
L2 Cache:8 MBL3 Cache:32 MB
Box Cooler:NoTDP:180 W
Socket:Socket TR4Memory Support:DDR4-2666
Codename:Whitehaven (Zen)Process Size:14 nm
Integrated Graphics:NoNPU:No
PCIe Support:PCIe 3.0, 64 Lanes
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
A newer model is available:
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

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All benchmark data reflects aggregated results from dozens of tests conducted in TechSpot’s labs and compiled from our full library of CPU reviews. Single-core productivity scores are based primarily on Cinebench and Adobe Photoshop workloads. Multi-core results draw from Cinebench, Blender, Corona Benchmark, 7-Zip, Adobe Premiere Pro, and shader compilation tests. CPU gaming benchmarks are all 1080p runs (explainer) as published on TechSpot.

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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X pricing

Last 6 months
Price Date
Current $850 Dec 15, 2025
Highest* $893 May 23, 2025
Lowest* $812 May 14, 2025
Average $841
* Prices are based on listings from Newegg and other major retailers over the past 12+ months.
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Reviews and Ratings

89

Average Score

Based on 32 reviews

9.2

User Score

Based on 1,042 reviews

Reviewers Liked

  • Workstation and productivity applications
  • Futureproof expandability
  • Brings competition back to HEDT
  • Ryzen Master Utility is more useful than before
  • Excellent price versus performance even compared to Ryzen 7
  • Plenty of PCIe lanes

Reviewers Didn't Like

  • Middling single-core performance
  • Overclocking remains limited
  • Competitively priced but nonetheless comes at a hefty premium
90

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By Kitguru.net on
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Drawing a final conclusion on a product like this is somewhat difficult. For some users, it doesn't make any sense at all, but for others, it is simply magnificent. You'll know which category you fall in.AMD's mainstream Ryzen CPUs have reinvigorated...

By VR-Zone on
80

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X isn't the silicon messiah for all the hype its announcement and launch produced, but that's fine. AMD has produced a very competitive product to go up against Intel's long unopposed Extreme Edition processors.Although...

By TechRadar on
80

The Threadripper 1950X is a seriously fast processor for people who need to do serious work on their PC. Yes, you can buy one and use it in your home PC for gaming, but it's not the best choice if that's all you're going to do. Its Intel rival – the...

By techadvisor.co.uk on
100

Let's start – The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1920X and 1950X has just entered the market and these TR4 monsters retail at RM 3,899 and RM 4,799 respectively. THE END. Kthxbai.Oh you want to know more? Well no problem, I'll be more than delighted to...

By GoldFries on
85

AMD is back in the gameIt's safe to say that AMD has left the troubled days of Bulldozer behind it. Ryzen Threadripper is an admirable re-entry into the HEDT market, and it's looking like a very compelling option compared to Intel's Core X...

By hardwarezone.com.sg on
100

Well, that's a bunch of processor performance alright - pretty cool, huh? The word 'amazing' is the one word that keeps returning while I was testing this platform. First off, this - you will not need a 16 or 12 core processor for your gaming needs, I...

By Guru of 3D on
90

Considering how long it's been since AMD last launched an enthusiast-grade CPU, it's safe to say that the company's hard work and effort on this CPU has finally paid off. Like the Ryzen 7 1800X that we reviewed earlier in the year, the performance and...

By hardwarezone.com.my on
90

Yes. For those who need this sort of a horsepower to render videos and 3D scenes, work with raytraced lighting, or handle major encoding tasks without having to hand over their entire system, the choice is clear. The high-end Threadripper chips offer...

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