CPU Comparison

AMD
AMD

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X

CORE STATE Shimada Peak
CORE SPECS 64 Cores / 128 Threads
CLOCK SPEED 3.2 Base / 5.4 GHz Turbo
CACHE 256 MB
MAX TDP 350W
ARCHITECTURE Zen 5
nm
PROCESS 4 nm
LAUNCH DATE 2025
VS
Intel
INTEL

Xeon 6747P

CORE STATE Granite Rapids
CORE SPECS 48 Cores / 96 Threads
CLOCK SPEED 2.7 Base / 3.9 GHz Turbo
CACHE 288 MB (shared)
MAX TDP 330W
ARCHITECTURE Granite Rapids
nm
PROCESS 5 nm
LAUNCH DATE 2025

PERFORMANCE BENCHMARKS

cinebench_cinebench_r15_multicore
13,157
8,712
cinebench_cinebench_r15_singlecore
1,857
N/A
cinebench_cinebench_r20_multicore
54,822
36,301
cinebench_cinebench_r20_singlecore
7,739
N/A
cinebench_cinebench_r23_multicore
130,529
86,432
cinebench_cinebench_r23_singlecore
18,427
N/A
passmark_data_compression
2,974,534
1,833,378
passmark_data_encryption
157,137
90,789
passmark_extended_instructions
228,959
142,557
passmark_find_prime_numbers
769
1,151
passmark_floating_point_math
559,003
365,904
passmark_integer_math
872,071
468,518
passmark_multithread
141,641
101,685
passmark_physics
8,001
13,398
passmark_random_string_sorting
292,083
180,382
passmark_single_thread
4,537
3,236
passmark_singlethread
4,537
3,236

Analysis: AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X vs Intel Xeon 6747P

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X and the Intel 6747P provide almost identical performance in the test. Any variations between both chips sit within measurement uncertainty, suggesting each would fulfill consumers just as effectively. This balance makes the selection complex. Secondary variables become increasingly relevant. Value typically influences the balance.

Not one option maintains a definitive lead here. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X edges narrowly in certain tests, while the Intel 6747P secures different ones. This swapping trend implies fundamental equivalence between these two. Any gaps are marginal and possibly imperceptible in practical scenarios. Each deliver capable capability.

Neither CPU possesses a decisive edge between them. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X beats barely in specific benchmarks, while the Intel 6747P claims alternative tests. This trading behavior indicates fundamental balance between both chips. Any gaps are small and possibly negligible in practical tasks. Either offer capable performance.

Ultimately: AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X and the Intel 6747P are similarly comparable. Neither earns a definite nod over the rival. Allow price and motherboard choices guide your concluding decision. The two processors will serve you adequately. It's a safe situation.

DETAILED SPECIFICATIONS

SPECIFICATION
Threadripper 9980X
6747P
Core Specs
Cores
64
48 -25.0%
Threads
128
96 -25.0%
Base Clock (GHz)
3.2
2.7 -15.6%
Boost Clock (GHz)
5.4
3.9 -27.8%
Frequency (GHz)
3.2
2.7 -15.6%
Turbo Clock (GHz)
5.4
3.9 -27.8%
Multiplier
32
27 -15.6%
SMP CPUs
1
2 +100.0%
Cache
L1 Cache
64 KB (per core)
112 KB (per core)
L2 Cache
1 MB (per core)
2 MB (per core)
L3 Cache
256 MB
288 MB (shared)
Power
TDP (W)
350
330 -5.7%
Architecture
Architecture
Zen 5
Granite Rapids
Codename
Shimada Peak
Granite Rapids
Generation
Ryzen Threadripper (Zen 5 (Shimada Peak))
Xeon 6 (Granite Rapids-SP)
Process Size
4 nm
5 nm
Transistors
66,520 million
Die Size
8x 70.6 mm²
2x 598 mm²
Foundry
TSMC
Intel
Memory
Memory Support
DDR5
DDR5
Memory Bus
Quad-channel
Eight-channel
Memory Bandwidth
204.8 GB/s
409.6 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 24 GT/s
CXL
Gen 2.0, 64 Lanes (Shared with PCI-E)
Other
Market
Desktop
Server/Workstation
Production Status
Active
Active
Launch Price
$4999
$6497
Part Number
100-000001593
SRVEZ
Package
FC-LGA4844
FC-LGA18N
Tj Max
95°C
94°C
Bundled Cooler
None
None
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