AMD · Threadripper · 2019 · TRX40
The AMD TR 3970X is a desktop processor with 32 cores, released in 2019 at an MSRP of $1,999. It is part of the Threadripper lineup, using the TR 3000 platform, and fits the TRX40 socket. Internally, it is built on the "Zen 2" 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 3970X has a base clock of 3.7 GHz and can boost up to 4.5 GHz depending on workload and thermal headroom. AMD manufactures the "Zen 2" silicon on a 7nm 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 280W, the TR 3970X runs hot and requires a capable cooling setup. This processor has no integrated graphics — a discrete GPU is required. The cache hierarchy consists of 64KB/core of L1, 16MB of L2, and 128MB of L3 cache — an unusually large L3 that greatly benefits latency-sensitive workloads like gaming.
32-core Zen 2 Threadripper on the new TRX40 platform. Widely regarded as better value than the 3990X for most workloads.
| Brand | AMD |
|---|---|
| Family | Threadripper |
| Series | TR 3000 |
| Architecture | Zen 2 |
| Type | Desktop |
| Launch year | 2019 |
| Cores | 32 |
| Threads | 64 |
| Base clock | 3.7 GHz |
| Boost clock | 4.5 GHz |
| L1 cache | 64KB/core |
| L2 cache | 16MB |
| L3 cache | 128MB |
| TDP | 280W |
| Socket | TRX40 |
| Process | 7nm |
| Memory type | DDR4 |
| Integrated graphics | None |
| Chipsets | TRX40 |
| Launch MSRP | $1,999 |
| Part number | 100-100000011WOF |
| OEM / tray part number | 100-000000011 |