Product Comparison: AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X vs AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X


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General Specifications
Brand
AMD
AMD
Model
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X
Ryzen Threadripper 2950X
Origin
China
China
About the Product
The AMD Ryzen Threadripper processor is designed to provide indisputable multi-processing supremacy on the X399 ultimate platform for desktop. 16 cores provide an astonishing 32 threads of simultaneous multi-processing power.
The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X processor has 16 cores with a base clock speed of 3500 MHz, when in Turbo mode, it rises to 4400 MHz.It supports operation with 256GB DDR4 RAM. Precision Boost 2 technology is responsible for increasing the clock frequency.
Package Size
Height
9.05 in.
9.05 in.
Width
7.48 in.
6.8 in.
Depth
6.1 in.
5 in.
Weight
1.54 lbs.
1.55 lbs.

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

Details
Socket
sTR4
sTR4
Lithography
14 nm
12 nm
Type of Processors
Desktop
Desktop
Code Name
Zen
Colfax
What customers say about "Details"
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X Desktop Processor
  • Easy install compared the older cpu/sockets there should be no bent pins unless you really screw up.
  • The Threadripper was easy to install.
  • 1 day of running this thing and i'm impressed. Easy to install with this socket.
  • Failed torque wrench trashed TR4 socket.
  • This chip can be a nightmare to socket correctly into a motherboard.
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X CPU Processor
  • It is not difficult to install. The chip needs to be set and screwed down in the TR4 socket properly.
  • CPU works perfect, easy to install. That up and running, no issues.
  • Be prepare to sweat a bit if this is your first 16+ core computer install.
  • My installation was not entirely stress free. It`s difficult for a beginner.
  • The only negative I have about the chip is the install. It can be difficult.
Technical Specifications
CPU Cores
16
16
CPU Threads
32
32
Clock Speed
3.4 GHz
3.5 GHz
Turbo Clock Speed
4 GHz
4.4 GHz
Max TDP
180 W
180 W
Max Temperature
68 °C
68 °C
Data Width
64 bits
64 bits
Virtualization Technology
Yes
Yes

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

What customers say about "Technical Specifications"
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X Desktop Processor
  • Extremely fast. Price for value is great!
  • Very fast processor. Stable overclock. Excellent value.
  • This thing's fast. I made this rig for a 4k editing and its fast!
  • Fast 16 core 32 threaded CPU. Good for me.
  • It uses all 32 threads for encoding/compressing/decompressing so your projects are lightning fast.
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X CPU Processor
  • The performance that I'm exprexence it’s astonishing. 16 cores make me feel like a boss.
  • if you have high level computing tasks, or do a ton of multitasking, then this CPU is a fantastic choice.
  • Go AMD! This chip is a a monster. What else can I say, I am floored.
  • I believe you will be impressed with the speed. Really cool.
  • After 14 months of continual use the CPU failed. It was suddenly for me.
Cache And Memory Specifications
L1 Cache Size
1500 kB
1500 kB
L2 Cache Size
8000 kB
8000 kB
L3 Cache Size
32000 kB
32000 kB
Max Memory Size
2000 GB
256 GB
Memory Types
DDR4
DDR4
Max Memory Channels
4
4
Max Memory Bandwidth
79.47 GB/s
87.42 GB/s

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 1950X

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X

What customers say about "Cache And Memory Specifications"
 
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2950X CPU Processor
  • If your memory is enough, then the processor will work like a beast.
  • I was afraid my 3200Mhz memory would not be used on it's full potential but worked beautifully.
  • L3 Cache Size is simply amazing. My computer just flies now.
  • Works great with my 128GB RAM. All is perfect. AMD, well done as always.
  • Threadripper is extremely memory hungry and without fast ram, the latency can cause bottlenecking issues.
Supported Technologies
Execute Disable Bit / Virus Protection
Yes
Yes
Turbo Boost / Turbo Core
Yes
Yes
Enhanced SpeedStep / PowerNow!
Yes
Yes
Hyper-Threading / HyperTransport
Yes
Yes
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
3 year(s)
3 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
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