AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX vs Intel Core i7-14700F Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data presents a clear split between the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX and the Intel Core i7-14700F. Across the 19 recorded head-to-head tests, Intel secures 13 wins while AMD takes 6, but the margin of victory tells a more nuanced story than the raw win count.

Intel’s most dominant performance comes in Geekbench single-core, where it scores 2429 against AMD’s 1684, a 30.7% advantage. The gap widens further in PassMark single-thread testing, with Intel’s 4257 outpacing AMD’s 2679 by 37.1%. These results indicate a substantial per-thread performance lead for the Core i7-14700F, which is consistent with its higher boost clock of 5.40 GHz compared to the Threadripper’s 4.30 GHz.

The Geekbench multi-core test shows Intel’s largest victory: 19620 versus 12523, a 36.2% difference. This is notable because the Threadripper has 16 cores and 32 threads, while the Core i7 packs 20 cores and 28 threads. Despite having fewer threads, Intel’s hybrid architecture and higher clocks deliver a decisive multi-core win in this workload.

In Cinebench, the results are much closer. Across R15, R20, and R23, both multi-core and single-core tests show Intel ahead by a consistent 2.8% margin. For example, Cinebench R23 multi-core scores 35122 for Intel versus 34131 for AMD, while single-core shows 4958 versus 4818. This consistency suggests that in rendering workloads, the two processors are nearly equivalent, with Intel holding a slight edge.

PassMark floating-point math swings firmly to Intel: 107005 versus 77979, a 27.1% advantage. Integer math also favors Intel by 15%, with scores of 155808 and 132456 respectively. These results indicate that Intel’s architecture handles mathematical workloads with greater efficiency, despite the Threadripper’s higher memory bandwidth.

However, AMD’s wins are concentrated in specific areas. The Threadripper PRO 3955WX leads by 18.9% in data compression (601738 versus 505885) and by 26.3% in data encryption (38058 versus 30144). Extended instructions show AMD ahead by 36.4%, with scores of 38952 versus 28564. Prime number finding favors AMD by 12.5% (198 versus 176), and random string sorting goes to AMD by 14% (63758 versus 55918). The physics test is nearly a dead heat, with AMD winning by just 0.2% (2460 versus 2455).

The average benchmark scores reflect a modest overall edge for AMD: 56555 versus 53620, a difference of roughly 5.4%. Both processors sit at the top of the database’s percentile rankings, with AMD at the 92nd percentile and Intel at the 91st. However, the nature of their strengths diverges sharply: Intel excels in general-purpose and single-threaded tasks, while AMD dominates in data-centric and cryptographic workloads.

The Verdict

The data suggests two distinct buyer profiles. For users whose workloads depend on single-threaded performance, rapid response times, and mainstream multi-threaded tasks, the Intel Core i7-14700F is the clear choice. Its 37.1% lead in single-thread PassMark, 30.7% lead in Geekbench single-core, and consistent 2.8% advantage across all Cinebench tests make it the better all-rounder for typical desktop use, gaming, and content creation where per-core speed matters.

For users handling large-scale data processing, encryption, compression, or specialized instruction sets, the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX offers measurable advantages. Its 36.4% lead in extended instructions, 26.3% lead in encryption, and 18.9% lead in compression indicate that these workloads will complete noticeably faster on the Threadripper. The 0.2% physics win, while marginal, suggests no disadvantage in that specific test.

The average benchmark score places the Threadripper slightly ahead overall (56555 versus 53620), and it holds a higher percentile ranking (92 versus 91). However, the Intel chip’s wins are more numerous and often larger in magnitude. The choice ultimately depends on whether the workload leans toward Intel’s strong suits (floating-point, integer math, Geekbench) or AMD’s specialties (data processing, encryption, extended instructions).

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher single-core score in Geekbench?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F scores 2429 in Geekbench single-core, which is 30.7% higher than the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX’s score of 1684.

Q: How do the two processors compare in Cinebench R23 multi-core?

A: The Intel Core i7-14700F scores 35122, while the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX scores 34131. Intel leads by 2.8% in this test.

Q: In which tests does the AMD processor outperform Intel?

A: AMD wins in data compression (18.9% ahead), data encryption (26.3% ahead), extended instructions (36.4% ahead), prime number finding (12.5% ahead), random string sorting (14% ahead), and physics (0.2% ahead).

Q: What is the difference in average benchmark scores?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX has an average benchmark score of 56555, while the Intel Core i7-14700F averages 53620. AMD’s average is higher by about 5.4%.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX has 16 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Core i7-14700F has 20 cores and 28 threads. Despite fewer threads, Intel wins the majority of multi-threaded tests.

Q: How large is Intel’s lead in single-thread PassMark?

A: Intel scores 4257 in PassMark single-thread, which is 37.1% higher than AMD’s score of 2679.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every core specification. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX operates with a base clock of 3.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz, while the Intel Core i7-14700F has a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz. Intel’s boost advantage is substantial, but its base clock is much lower.

Thermal design power differs dramatically: the Threadripper is rated at 280 W, while the Core i7 is rated at 65 W. This indicates very different cooling and power delivery requirements, though the data does not include measured power consumption.

Memory support also diverges. The Threadripper supports DDR4 only, with an eight-channel memory bus and a memory bandwidth of 204.8 GB/s. The Core i7 supports both DDR4 and DDR5, but uses a dual-channel bus, and the database does not list a memory bandwidth figure for it. Both processors support ECC memory.

PCIe connectivity differs significantly. The Threadripper offers Gen 4 with 128 lanes (CPU only), while the Core i7 offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Threadripper’s lane count is much higher, though the Core i7 supports a newer PCIe generation.

The integrated graphics situation also differs. The Threadripper has no integrated graphics listed, while the Core i7 lists integrated graphics as “N/A”. Both processors have a locked multiplier, meaning they are not unlocked for overclocking.

Architecture Differences

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX is built on the Zen 2 architecture (codenamed Castle Peak) and belongs to the 3000 series. It uses a 7 nm process node from TSMC, with 7,600 million transistors and a die size of 2x 74 mm². The Intel Core i7-14700F is built on the Raptor Lake architecture (codenamed Raptor Lake-R) from the Core 14th Gen series. It uses a 10 nm process node from Intel, with a die size of 257 mm². The database does not list a transistor count for Intel.

Cache configurations differ significantly. The Threadripper has 64 KB of L1 cache per core, 512 KB of L2 per core, and 64 MB of L3 cache. The Core i7 has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3. Intel’s larger per-core L2 cache is notable, while AMD’s total L3 is nearly double.

The Threadripper uses AMD Socket WRX8, while the Core i7 uses Intel Socket 1700. The Threadripper’s part number is 100-000000167, and the Core i7’s part number is SRN3Z. The Threadripper was released on 2020-07-13, while the Core i7 was released on 2024-01-07.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core i7-14700F wins in single-threaded performance across every measured test. Its 37.1% lead in PassMark single-thread and 30.7% lead in Geekbench single-core make it the superior choice for applications that rely on rapid per-core response. It also wins in floating-point math by 27.1% and integer math by 15%, indicating strength in scientific computing and general number crunching. Its 2.8% lead in all Cinebench tests, plus a 36.2% lead in Geekbench multi-core, means rendering and typical desktop workloads will complete faster on Intel.

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX wins in data-heavy workloads. Its 36.4% lead in extended instructions suggests superior performance for specialized instruction sets such as AVX-512 or similar. The 26.3% lead in encryption and 18.9% lead in compression make it the better choice for database operations, file archiving, and secure communications. The 14% lead in random string sorting indicates strength in sorting algorithms, while the 12.5% lead in prime number finding points to advantages in mathematical sieving. The physics test is essentially tied, with AMD ahead by only 0.2%.

The overall average benchmark score favors AMD (56555 versus 53620), and AMD’s percentile ranking is one point higher (92 versus 91). However, Intel’s wins are more numerous and often larger. For most users, the Core i7-14700F offers a better balance of speed across diverse tasks. The Threadripper PRO 3955WX is the specialist, excelling specifically where data throughput and encryption matter most.