AMD · Threadripper

Ryzen Threadripper 2920X

Released October 2018

A 12-core Zen+ processor for the sTR4 desktop platform, with quad-channel DDR4 memory and 64 PCIe lanes.

Model history · 2 models, 2017–2018

2017Ryzen Threadripper 1920X Compare
2018Ryzen Threadripper 2920X

Cores: 12/24
Boost: 4.3 GHz
L3: 32 MB
Power: 180 W
Socket: sTR4

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What reviewers say

Reviewers found strong threaded performance and extensive expansion support, but its modest improvement over the 1920X made discounted older hardware attractive. They disagreed on its value against the Core i9-9900K: TechSpot preferred it for suitable productivity workloads, while TechRadar favoured Intel's broader performance. Gaming-only buyers could use a cheaper mainstream platform.

From techradar.com and techspot.com

Specifications

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Cores and clocks

Cores: 12
Threads: 24
Base clock: 3.5 GHz
Boost clock: 4.3 GHz
L3 cache: 32 MB
Cores: Colfax; Zen+ architecture; boxed product ID YD292XA8AFWOF. X399 motherboards may require a BIOS update. AMD's October launch release confirms availability on 29 October 2018; its support page gives October 2018.
Clocks: Precision Boost 2, XFR2 and Precision Boost Overdrive supported
Cache: L1 1152 KB; L2 6 MB

Graphics and AI

Built-in graphics: No
Graphics: A separate graphics card is required

Platform

Socket: sTR4
Base power: 180 W
Unlocked: Yes
Cooler in the box: No
Memory support: DDR4; four channels; up to 2933 MT/s
PCIe: PCIe 3.0; 64 processor lanes, 72 lanes across the processor and X399 platform
Process: 12 nm
Cooler: No cooler included; maximum operating temperature 68°C

Pros and cons

Pros

Twelve cores and twenty-four threads
Quad-channel DDR4 memory
64 PCIe 3.0 processor lanes

Cons

Cooler sold separately
Requires an sTR4 motherboard
No integrated graphics

Closest rivals

Model	Cores	Boost	L3	Power	Socket	Released
IntelCore i9-9920X	12/24	4.5 GHz	19.25 MB	165 W	LGA2066	2018
IntelCore i9-9940X	14/28	4.5 GHz	19.25 MB	165 W	LGA2066	2018
IntelCore i9-10920X	12/24	4.8 GHz	19.25 MB	165 W	LGA2066	2019

Previous model: Ryzen Threadripper 1920X.

Sources

Photo: AMD official isolated second-generation Threadripper bare processor, right angle photograph published on the exact ryzen threadripper 2920x archived maker page. Archived official original; shared family render, not individually SKU-marked. Native alpha and original metallic heatspreader, substrate/pins, printed packaging and publisher highlights preserved.

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