CPU Comparison

AMD
AMD

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9970X

CORE STATE Shimada Peak
CORE SPECS 32 Cores / 64 Threads
CLOCK SPEED 4 Base / 5.4 GHz Turbo
CACHE 128 MB
MAX TDP 350W
ARCHITECTURE Zen 5
nm
PROCESS 4 nm
LAUNCH DATE 2025
VS
Intel
INTEL

Xeon 6710E

CORE STATE Sierra Forest
CORE SPECS 64 Cores / 64 Threads
CLOCK SPEED 2.4 Base / 3.2 GHz Turbo
CACHE 96 MB (shared)
MAX TDP 205W
ARCHITECTURE Sierra Forest
nm
PROCESS 5 nm
LAUNCH DATE 2024

PERFORMANCE BENCHMARKS

passmark_data_compression
1,757,998
1,230,786
passmark_data_encryption
86,765
81,850
passmark_extended_instructions
142,342
59,625
passmark_find_prime_numbers
615
451
passmark_floating_point_math
309,719
219,926
passmark_integer_math
465,378
302,954
passmark_multithread
107,399
61,775
passmark_physics
6,835
5,000
passmark_random_string_sorting
191,445
151,491
passmark_single_thread
4,530
1,910
passmark_singlethread
4,530
1,910
cinebench_cinebench_r15_multicore
N/A
5,292
cinebench_cinebench_r15_singlecore
N/A
747
cinebench_cinebench_r20_multicore
N/A
22,053
cinebench_cinebench_r20_singlecore
N/A
3,113
cinebench_cinebench_r23_multicore
N/A
52,508
cinebench_cinebench_r23_singlecore
N/A
7,413

Analysis: AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9970X vs Intel Xeon 6710E

AMD Threadripper 9970X processor and 6710E by Intel deliver almost equal capabilities in our test. The variations between both chips land within margin of error, suggesting each would meet buyers comparably adequately. This equivalence leaves the determination multifaceted. Other elements grow more critical. Cost frequently influences the choice.

Considering a engineering standpoint, AMD Threadripper 9970X processor and 6710E by Intel have comparable specifications. Execution setups, speed speeds, and cache hierarchy amounts are nearly aligned. The hardware balance justifies the close test figures. No maintains a substantial specification edge. This competition is even.

Rather than dwelling on small score variations, interested builders should weigh additional considerations. energy consumption, fan noise, motherboard prices, and functionality frequently play a role larger than small processing advantages. The considerations might affect the scales. Consider holistically. This broader context counts.

Overall, this matchup between AMD Threadripper 9970X processor and 6710E by Intel ends in a practical deadlock. Speed differences are minimal and doubtful to affect real-world experience. Focus your selection on availability, motherboard considerations, and individual extra preferences. Both are excellent selections. This parity is actual.

DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATION
Threadripper 9970X
6710E
Core Specs
Cores
32
64 +100.0%
Threads
64
64 0.0%
Base Clock (GHz)
4
2.4 -40.0%
Boost Clock (GHz)
5.4
3.2 -40.7%
Frequency (GHz)
4
2.4 -40.0%
Turbo Clock (GHz)
5.4
3.2 -40.7%
Multiplier
40
24 -40.0%
SMP CPUs
1
2 +100.0%
Cache
L1 Cache
64 KB (per core)
96 KB (per core)
L2 Cache
1 MB (per core)
4 MB (per module)
L3 Cache
128 MB
96 MB (shared)
Power
TDP (W)
350
205 -41.4%
Architecture
Architecture
Zen 5
Sierra Forest
Codename
Shimada Peak
Sierra Forest
Generation
Ryzen Threadripper (Zen 5 (Shimada Peak))
Xeon 6 (Sierra Forest-SP)
Process Size
4 nm
5 nm
Transistors
33,260 million
Die Size
4x 70.6 mm²
578 mm²
Foundry
TSMC
Intel
Memory
Memory Support
DDR5
DDR5
Memory Bus
Quad-channel
Eight-channel
Memory Bandwidth
204.8 GB/s
358.4 GB/s
ECC Memory
Yes
Yes
Platform
Socket
AMD Socket sTR5
Intel Socket 4710
PCIe
Gen 5, 80 Lanes(CPU only)
Gen 5, 88 Lanes(CPU only)
AMD Multi-Die
IO Process Size
6 nm
10 nm
Interconnect
UPI Links
4 x24 16 GT/s
CXL
Gen 2.0, 64 Lanes (Shared with PCI-E)
Other
Market
Desktop
Server/Workstation
Production Status
Active
Active
Launch Price
$2499
$2749
Part Number
100-000001594
SRPG2
Package
FC-LGA4844
FC-LGA18N
Tj Max
95°C
106°C
Bundled Cooler
None
None
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