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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X vs Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus
Comparing 2 of up to 6 processors side by side.
| Metric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Single core | 2,657 | 4,823 |
| Multicore | 62,901 | 60,860 |
| Estimated price | $1,800 | Not listed |
| Cores | 32 | 24 |
| Threads | 64 | 24 |
| Performance cores | Not listed | 8 |
| Efficient cores | Not listed | 16 |
| Turbo clock | 4.5 GHz | 5.8 GHz |
| Typical TDP | 280 W | Not listed |
| Socket | sTRX4 | Not listed |
| First seen | Q4 2019 | Q1 2026 |
How do the benchmark scores compare?
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X has a PassMark single-core score of 2,657, compared with 4,823 for Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus. Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus has the higher score in this benchmark.
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X has a PassMark multicore score of 62,901, compared with 60,860 for Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus. AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X has the higher score in this benchmark.
Single-core scores describe one thread; multicore scores describe aggregate CPU throughput. These results do not establish which CPU is faster in every application. Compare platform support and total upgrade cost before buying.
Sources and data freshness
- AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
- Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus on PassMark CPU Benchmarks. Data retrieved .
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Benchmark scores do not predict frame rates in a particular game. Typical TDP is a specification, not measured electricity use. A matching socket does not confirm motherboard support; check the manufacturer's CPU support list and BIOS requirements.
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