AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X vs Intel Core 7 360 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries between the AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X and the Intel Core 7 360. However, the available benchmark records for the Intel Core 7 360 provide a reference point for its performance class, while the Threadripper 9960X is listed with an average benchmark score of zero and no recorded benchmark entries, placing it at the 50th percentile among all CPUs in the database.

The Intel Core 7 360 delivers an average benchmark score of 18,374, which places it at the 72nd percentile of all CPUs. Its closest measured rival is the Intel Core i3-13100, which scores 18,380, a 0% difference. The Intel Core 5 330 trails by just 0.2% with a score of 18,345, the Intel Core i3-14100 is 0.3% behind at 18,318, and the Intel Core 3 305 sits 0.4% behind at 18,302. These narrow margins show that the Core 7 360 operates within a tightly clustered performance band for its segment.

The Core 7 360's Cinebench results show a multi-core score of 13,634 in Cinebench R23 and a single-core score of 1,924 in the same test. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core score drops to 5,726 with a single-core score of 808, while Cinebench R15 records 1,374 multi-core and 193 single-core. PassMark results expand the picture: multi-threaded performance reaches 15,544, single-thread performance hits 4,274, integer math scores 34,238, and floating-point math scores 44,963. Data compression reaches 142,877, while data encryption scores 11,164.

The Threadripper 9960X has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, so no direct numerical comparison across identical workloads is possible. The database records the 9960X with an average benchmark score of 0, which reflects the absence of measured results rather than a performance floor. The wins count for both processors in head-to-head comparisons is zero.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from fundamentally different design directions. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X uses the Zen 5 architecture from the 9000 series, with the codename Shimada Peak. Its generation is listed as Ryzen Threadripper (Zen 5 (Shimada Peak)), and it is built on a 4 nm process at TSMC. The chip integrates 33,260 million transistors across a die size of 4x 70.6 mm².

The Intel Core 7 360 uses the Wildcat Lake codename from the Core 5 (Wildcat Lake) generation. Intel builds this part on a 3 nm process at its own foundry. The Intel chip carries no listed transistor count or die size in the database.

Core counts diverge sharply. The Threadripper 9960X provides 24 cores and 48 threads, while the Core 7 360 provides 6 cores and 6 threads, meaning the Intel part has no hyper-threading equivalent in the recorded data. Clock behavior also differs: the AMD part runs a base clock of 4.20 GHz and boosts to 5.30 GHz, while the Intel part runs a base clock of 1.50 GHz and boosts to 4.80 GHz. The Threadripper's power envelope is listed at 350 W TDP compared to 15 W for the Core 7 360.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. The Threadripper 9960X allocates 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 1 MB of L2 cache per core, and 128 MB of L3 cache. The Core 7 360 allocates 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The AMD processor relies on a quad-channel DDR5 memory bus with 204.8 GB/s of bandwidth, while the Intel processor uses a single-channel configuration supporting DDR5 and LPDDR5X with 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth. ECC memory support is present on the AMD chip but absent on the Intel chip.

PCIe connectivity differs by a wide margin. The Threadripper 9960X provides Gen 5 with 80 lanes (CPU only), while the Core 7 360 provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only). The Intel part includes integrated Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores, whereas the AMD part has no integrated graphics listed.

Where Each One Wins

The two processors target entirely different market segments, and the recorded data supports distinct use-case strengths.

The Ryzen Threadripper 9960X is a desktop part designed for heavy multi-threaded workloads. With 24 cores, 48 threads, a 5.30 GHz boost clock, and 128 MB of L3 cache, the architecture positions it for tasks that scale across many cores. The quad-channel DDR5 memory bus with 204.8 GB/s of bandwidth provides a wide data path for memory-intensive operations. The 80 PCIe Gen 5 lanes offer substantial expansion capability for multi-device configurations. The 350 W TDP indicates a power-hungry design that prioritizes sustained throughput over efficiency.

The Core 7 360 is a mobile part with a 15 W TDP, built for efficiency and portability. Its 6 cores and 6 threads, single-channel memory, and integrated Xe3 graphics target lightweight, power-conscious systems. The recorded benchmarks show its performance class: it sits at the 72nd percentile of all CPUs, with an average score of 18,374. The nearest rival, the Intel Core i3-13100, matches its average score exactly at 18,380 (0% delta), which places the Core 7 360 in the same performance tier as a recent quad-core desktop i3 part. The Core 5 330 trails by 0.2%, the Core i3-14100 trails by 0.3%, and the Core 3 305 trails by 0.4%, so the Core 7 360 leads its closest recorded rivals by very slim margins.

The Intel part's single-thread performance, measured at 4,274 in PassMark single-thread and 1,924 in Cinebench R23 single-core, suggests capable responsiveness for typical interactive workloads. Its data compression score of 142,877 in PassMark indicates strong file compression throughput for its class. The Threadripper 9960X, with its higher boost clock of 5.30 GHz and 48 threads, would be expected to dominate heavily parallel workloads, but the database contains no measured scores to confirm this.

The market segment field makes the intended split explicit: desktop for the AMD part, mobile for the Intel part. The Threadripper 9960X is unlocked for overclocking, while the Core 7 360 is multiplier-locked.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X | Intel Core 7 360 |

|---|---|---|

| Cores | 24 | 6 |

| Threads | 48 | 6 |

| Base clock | 4.20 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.30 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 350 W | 15 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket sTR5 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nm |

| Foundry | TSMC | Intel |

| L1 cache | 64 KB (per core) | 192 KB (per core) |

| L2 cache | 1 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB (per core) |

| L3 cache | 128 MB | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory bus | Quad-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 204.8 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 80 lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 6 lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | N/A | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release date | 2025-07-29 | 2026-04-15 |

| Launch MSRP | $1499 | $426 |

| Multiplier unlocked | Yes | No |

| Part number | 100-000001595 | SAE3E |

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X has 24 cores and 48 threads, while the Intel Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads.

Q: What are the boost clocks of the two processors?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X boosts to 5.30 GHz, and the Intel Core 7 360 boosts to 4.80 GHz.

Q: How does the Intel Core 7 360 compare to its nearest rivals in average benchmark score?

A: The Core 7 360 scores 18,374, matching the Intel Core i3-13100 at 18,380 (0% delta), leading the Core 5 330 by 0.2%, the Core i3-14100 by 0.3%, and the Core 3 305 by 0.4%.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X supports ECC memory; the Intel Core 7 360 does not.

Q: What memory bandwidth does each processor provide?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X provides 204.8 GB/s over a quad-channel DDR5 bus, while the Intel Core 7 360 provides 59.7 GB/s over a single-channel bus supporting DDR5 and LPDDR5X.

Q: What is the market segment for each processor?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9960X is a desktop processor, and the Intel Core 7 360 is a mobile processor. The AMD part has a 350 W TDP and an unlocked multiplier; the Intel part has a 15 W TDP and a locked multiplier.