AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X 64-Core sTR5 Boxed Processor
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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X 64-Core sTR5 Boxed Processor
The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X 64-Core sTR5 Boxed Processor is built for artists, architects, and engineers who need to run the most demanding professional workloads locally on a high-end desktop workstation. Its 64 cores and 128 threads make it well matched to rendering, simulation, software compilation, content creation, AI-assisted development, and large-scale data processing. It sits on the standard Threadripper platform, offering substantial compute capability without the full infrastructure requirements of a PRO configuration.
Why this product
64 cores, 128 threads for parallel workloads
With 64 cores and 128 processing threads, it handles heavily multi-threaded tasks — rendering, simulation, and large-scale data processing — without offloading to a cluster.
Zen 5 architecture on a 4 nm process
Built on TSMC N4P for the compute dies and N6 for the I/O die, the Zen 5 microarchitecture (codenamed Shimada Peak) underpins both the clock speed range and the cache hierarchy.
Up to 80 PCIe 5.0 lanes
The platform supports up to 80 PCIe 5.0 lanes, allowing systems to accommodate multiple GPUs, high-speed NVMe storage, and other high-bandwidth add-in cards simultaneously.
256 MB L3 cache for large working sets
A 256 MB L3 cache, backed by 64 MB of L2 and 5 MB of L1, keeps large data sets close to the cores and reduces round-trips to main memory during sustained compute tasks.
Quad-channel DDR5 ECC RDIMM support
Four memory channels support DDR5 ECC RDIMM at up to 6400 MT/s, providing both the bandwidth and the error-correction that professional workstation workloads require.
Boxed — no heatsink included
The retail box contains the processor only; a compatible socket sTR5 cooler must be sourced separately, which gives builders the flexibility to match cooling to their specific thermal and acoustic requirements.
- Cores / Threads64 Cores / 128 Threads
- Base / Boost Clock3.2 GHz / 5.4 GHz
- L3 Cache256 MB
- TDP350 W
- SocketSocket sTR5
- Memory TypeDDR5 ECC RDIMM (Quad-Channel)
- PCIe LanesUp to 80 PCIe 5.0
- ArchitectureZen 5 (Shimada Peak)
- SKUAMD-2190
- EAN730143317542
- Requires a motherboard with Socket sTR5 and the TRX50 chipset — not compatible with TRX40, WRX80, or any other prior Threadripper socket.
- Supports DDR5 ECC RDIMM memory in quad-channel configuration at up to 6400 MT/s; standard unbuffered DIMMs are not supported.
- Compatible with desktop workstation form-factor chassis designed for the sTR5 platform.
- A 350 W TDP requires a high-capacity power supply and a socket sTR5-rated cooler; neither is included in the box.
- Does not include integrated graphics; a discrete GPU is required for display output.
- Not compatible with Threadripper PRO boards (WRX90 or WRX80 chipsets); the sTR5 and sWRX8 sockets are physically distinct.
Best for
- 3D rendering and visual effects artists who run CPU-based renders locally and need maximum core and thread counts to reduce frame times.
- Engineers and simulation specialists running finite element analysis, CFD, or other parallelised compute tasks that scale with core count.
- AI and ML practitioners building high-performance local inference or data preprocessing systems who want substantial PCIe 5.0 bandwidth for multiple GPUs or NVMe arrays.
- Software developers compiling large codebases or running many parallel build jobs who benefit directly from 128 available threads.
- Workstation builders who need ECC memory for data integrity but do not require the eight-channel memory or higher maximum memory capacity of the Threadripper PRO platform.
Trade-offs
- Gaming-focused systems: it has no integrated graphics, a 350 W TDP suited to workstation chassis, and core counts well beyond what any current game can utilise.
- Users needing more than four memory channels: the standard Threadripper platform is limited to quad-channel DDR5, whereas Threadripper PRO supports eight channels for higher aggregate memory bandwidth.
- Compact or small-form-factor builds: the sTR5 socket and 350 W TDP demand a full-size workstation enclosure with a purpose-rated cooler.
- Budget-sensitive workstation builders: the platform requires sTR5 motherboards, DDR5 ECC RDIMM memory, and a separate high-capacity cooler — all of which add significantly to total system cost.
AMD Ryzen Threadripper processors deliver battle-tested performance and capability to enable artists, architects, and engineers with the ability to get more done in less time.
The Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is designed for heavily multi-threaded compute tasks that benefit from high core counts and sustained parallel performance. This includes rendering, simulation, software compilation, content creation, AI-assisted development, and large-scale data processing.
With 64 cores and 128 processing threads, it is well suited for users running demanding professional applications locally on a high-end desktop workstation.
The Ryzen Threadripper 9980X combines high core counts with substantial PCIe 5.0 connectivity, allowing systems to support multiple GPUs, high-speed NVMe storage, and large memory configurations.
This makes it a strong platform for local AI inference, model experimentation, and data preprocessing. It is particularly well suited for users building high-performance local AI systems without stepping into larger enterprise workstation platforms.
Standard Threadripper processors focus on delivering high core-count compute performance on a more streamlined platform. Compared to Threadripper PRO, the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X supports four memory channels instead of eight, lower maximum memory capacity, and fewer PCIe lanes. For many creator, rendering, and local compute systems, standard Threadripper provides substantial performance without requiring the full infrastructure capabilities of a PRO platform.
General
| Brand | AMD |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Ryzen Threadripper 9980X |
| Product Line | Ryzen Threadripper |
| Series | 9000 |
| Part Number | 100-100001593WOF |
| Supported Device | Desktop Workstation |
| Packing | Box (Heatsink Not Included) |
Processor
| Architecture / Codename | Zen 5 / Shimada Peak |
|---|---|
| Process Technology | 4 nm (TSMC N4P compute dies, N6 IOD) |
| Cores | 64 (Tetrahexaconta-core) |
| Threads | 128 |
| Base Clock Speed | 3.2 GHz |
| Max Boost Clock Speed | 5.4 GHz |
| 64-bit Processing | Yes |
| Virtualization | AMD Virtualization Technology |
| Integrated Graphics | No |
Cache & Memory
| L1 Cache | 5 MB |
|---|---|
| L2 Cache | 64 MB |
| L3 Cache | 256 MB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 ECC RDIMM |
| Memory Channels | 4 (Quad-Channel) |
| Max Memory Speed | 6400 MT/s |
Platform & Thermal
| Processor Socket | Socket sTR5 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | TRX50 |
| PCIe Lanes | Up to 80 PCIe 5.0 (48 PCIe 5.0 + 24 PCIe 4.0) |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 350 W |
| Max Operating Temperature (TjMax) | 95 °C (203 °F) |
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