AMD · Threadripper · 2018 · TR4
The AMD TR 2990WX is a desktop processor with 32 cores, released in 2018 at an MSRP of $1,799. It is part of the Threadripper lineup, using the TR 2000 platform, and fits the TR4 socket. Internally, it is built on the "Zen+" architecture. Thanks to AMD Simultaneous Multi-Threading (SMT), each core can handle two instruction streams simultaneously, yielding a total of 64 threads for improved parallelism. The TR 2990WX has a base clock of 3 GHz and can boost up to 4.2 GHz depending on workload and thermal headroom. AMD manufactures the "Zen+" silicon on a 12nm process node. The multiplier is unlocked, making overclocking straightforward. This processor supports DDR4 memory. ECC memory is supported, provided the motherboard enables it. With a TDP of 250W, the TR 2990WX runs hot and requires a capable cooling setup. This processor has no integrated graphics — a discrete GPU is required. The cache hierarchy consists of 96KB/core of L1, 16MB of L2, and 64MB of L3 cache — an unusually large L3 that greatly benefits latency-sensitive workloads like gaming.
| Brand | AMD |
|---|---|
| Family | Threadripper |
| Series | TR 2000 |
| Architecture | Zen+ |
| Type | Desktop |
| Launch year | 2018 |
| Cores | 32 |
| Threads | 64 |
| Base clock | 3 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.2 GHz |
| L1 cache | 96KB/core |
| L2 cache | 16MB |
| L3 cache | 64MB |
| TDP | 250W |
| Socket | TR4 |
| Process | 12nm |
| Memory type | DDR4 |
| Integrated graphics | None |
| Chipsets | X399 |
| Launch MSRP | $1,799 |
| Part number | YD299XAZAFWOF |
| OEM / tray part number | YD299XAZUIHAF |