CPU Showdown

Ryzen Threadripper 2950XvsEPYC 9755

The EPYC 9755 is a server CPU built for massive data centers and high-load virtualization, while the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X is a high-end desktop chip for creators and prosumers who need strong single-threaded performance.

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X
16C / 32T · 180W
VS
AMD EPYC 9755
128C / 256T · 500W
AMD

Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

ZEN+ · 12 nm · 2018

18score
4.4/ 5
0 votes
Cores / Threads
16 / 32
TDP
180W
Boost Clock
4.4 GHz
L3 Cache
32 MB

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AMD

EPYC 9755

Turin · 4 nm · 2024

100score
2.8/ 5
0 votes
Cores / Threads
128 / 256
TDP
500W
Boost Clock
4.1 GHz
L3 Cache
512 MB

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Aggregate Performance

Overall Performance Score

A unified score from combined synthetic and real-world benchmarks. 100 represents the fastest desktop CPU available.

Ryzen Threadripper 2950X
18
EPYC 9755Winner
100
EPYC 9755 leads by 455.6% in aggregate performance.
Where they rank overall
#1EPYC 9755100
#2Ryzen Threadripper 9980X86
#116Core i9-7980XE18
#117Ryzen Threadripper 2950X18
#118Core i9-12900T17
Technical Specifications

Side-by-Side Specs

Every detail compared. Highlighted cells indicate the leading value for that metric.

SpecsRyzen Threadripper 2950XEPYC 9755
Cores
Total Cores16128
Threads32256
Base Clock3.5 GHz2.7 GHz
Boost Clock4.4 GHz4.1 GHz
Cache
L2 Cache8 MB128 MB
L3 Cache32 MB512 MB
Platform
SocketSocket TR4SP5
MemoryDDR4DDR5
PCIePCIe 5.0
Power
Base TDP180W500W
General
ArchitectureZEN+Turin
Process12 nm4 nm
Verdict

Which should you buy?

Winner overall

The EPYC 9755 dominates with vastly more cores and performance, making it the clear winner for demanding server workloads.

Best value

For budget buyers, the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X offers a more affordable entry into high-core-count computing.

When the other wins

The Ryzen Threadripper 2950X is the right choice for a desktop workstation where lower power use and single-thread speed matter more than extreme multi-core throughput.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X better than the EPYC 9755?

Overall the EPYC 9755 is the stronger processor: it ranks higher in our aggregate performance score (100 vs 18 out of 100), so it leads the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X in most workloads.

How much faster is the EPYC 9755 than the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X?

Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the EPYC 9755 is roughly 456% faster than the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.

Which should you buy, the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X or the EPYC 9755?

If you want the most performance, pick the EPYC 9755. If the Ryzen Threadripper 2950X is meaningfully cheaper where you shop, it can be the better value for similar real-world results — check current prices and the full spec comparison above before deciding.