AMD · Threadripper

Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX

Released August 2018

A 32-core Zen+ desktop processor for the sTR4 platform, with quad-channel memory and 64 PCIe lanes.

Cores: 32/64
Boost: 4.2 GHz
L3: 64 MB
Power: 250 W
Socket: sTR4

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What reviewers say

Reviewers found exceptional rendering and multitasking performance when software could use its many cores. Results were less consistent in applications that did not suit its four-die design, and gaming did not justify the platform cost. High power consumption and cooling requirements made it a specialist workstation option.

From techradar.com and tweaktown.com

Specifications

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Cores and clocks

Cores: 32
Threads: 64
Base clock: 3 GHz
Boost clock: 4.2 GHz
L3 cache: 64 MB
Cores: Colfax; Zen+ architecture; boxed product ID YD299XAZAFWOF. X399 motherboards may require a BIOS update. AMD confirms on-shelf availability on 13 August 2018.
Clocks: Precision Boost 2, XFR2 and Precision Boost Overdrive supported; AMD's Dynamic Local Mode optimises thread placement on WX models
Cache: L1 3072 KB; L2 16 MB. AMD specifies 64 MB L3; TechRadar's review spec sheet incorrectly lists 32 MB.

Graphics and AI

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

Platform

Socket: sTR4
Base power: 250 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

Thirty-two cores and sixty-four threads
Quad-channel DDR4 memory
64 PCIe 3.0 processor lanes

Cons

250 W TDP
Cooler sold separately
No integrated graphics

Closest rivals

Model	Cores	Boost	L3	Power	Socket	Released
AMDRyzen Threadripper 3970X	32/64	4.5 GHz	128 MB	280 W	sTRX4	Nov 2019
AMDRyzen Threadripper 2970WX	24/48	4.2 GHz	64 MB	250 W	sTR4	Oct 2018
AMDRyzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX	32/64	4.2 GHz	128 MB	280 W	sWRX8	Sept 2020

Newer model: Ryzen Threadripper 3970X.

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