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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX vs AMD Ryzen 3 1200. Specifications, performance, tests

Overall score
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Released
Q3/2018
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
Released
Q1/2017
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AMD Ryzen 3 1200
AMD Ryzen 3 1200

Compare AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX VS AMD Ryzen 3 1200. Which processor delivers superior performance?

In this detailed comparison, we evaluate the specifications and benchmarks of both processors to determine the best choice for your needs. We analyze their core counts, maximum frequencies, and power consumption.

AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX boasts a maximum frequency of 3.00 GHz GHz. 32 cores that enhance multitasking capabilities.With a power consumption of 250 W W, it ensures efficient performance.Released in Q3/2018, it incorporates the latest technology for optimal efficiency.

AMD Ryzen 3 1200 features a maximum frequency of 3.10 GHz GHz. 4 cores designed for high-performance tasks.Its power consumption is 65 W W, providing a balance of power and efficiency.Launched in Q1/2017, it is built to handle demanding applications.

Differences

  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    104 left arrow score
  • More number of cores

    28 times more cores

    32 left arrow 4
  • Higher turbo clock speed

    Around 19% better overclocked clock speed

    4.20 GHz left arrow 3.40 GHz

Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R23 (Single-Core)
    263 place
  • Cinebench R23 (Multi-Core)
    18 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    319 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    22 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    247 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    11 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    530 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    69 place
  • Monero Hashrate kH/s
    20 place
  • Blender 2.81 (bmw27)
    183 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    42 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    1 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    2 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    1 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    102 place
  • CPU-Z Benchmark 17 (Multi-Core)
    2 place
  • Blender 3.1 Benchmark
    7 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
    108 place
AMD Ryzen 3 1200 Reasons to consider
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  • Place in the overall ranking

    (based on several benchmarks)

    906 left arrow score
  • Higher clock speed

    Around 3% better clock speed

    3.10 GHz left arrow 3.00 GHz
  • Performance per watt

    About 0.26 times less performance per watt

    65 W left arrow 250 W

Positions in all rankings

Common positions AMD Ryzen 3 1200 CPU in popular benchmarks, for comparison with other models.

  • Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
    426 place
  • Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
    384 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
    651 place
  • Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
    577 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    763 place
  • Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    877 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
    334 place
  • Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    404 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
    120 place
  • Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
    389 place
  • Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
    723 place
  • Geekbench 6 (Multi-Core)
    216 place

Specifications

Technical data
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
AMD Ryzen 3 1200 AMD Ryzen 3 1200
CPU family and group

Comprehensive background on the processors being compared, detailing their series, generation, and targeted market segment.

  • Segment
    Desktop / Server left arrow Desktop / Server
  • Family
    AMD Ryzen left arrow AMD Ryzen
  • Generation
    2 left arrow 1
  • CPU group
    AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2000 left arrow AMD Ryzen 1000
CPU Technical specs

Essential parameters including the number of cores, threads, base and turbo frequencies, and cache size. These metrics provide insight into the processor’s speed—higher values generally indicate better performance.

  • Frequency
    3.00 GHz left arrow 3.10 GHz
  • CPU Cores
    32 left arrow 4
  • Turbo (1 Core)
    4.20 GHz left arrow 3.40 GHz
  • CPU Threads
    64 left arrow 4
  • Hyperthreading
    Yes left arrow No
  • Overclocking
    Yes left arrow Yes
  • Core architecture
    normal left arrow normal
IGPU

The integrated graphics (iGPU) do not influence the CPU performance significantly; they serve as a substitute for a dedicated graphics card in the absence of one or are utilized in mobile devices.

  • GPU name
    no iGPU left arrow no iGPU
  • GPU (Turbo)
    No turbo left arrow No turbo
Hardware codec support

This section details the built-in codecs used for encoding and decoding media content, which significantly enhance processing speed and efficiency.

  • h265 / HEVC (8 bit)
    No left arrow No
  • h265 / HEVC (10 bit)
    No left arrow No
  • h264
    No left arrow No
  • VP9
    No left arrow No
  • VP8
    No left arrow No
  • AV1
    No left arrow No
  • AVC
    No left arrow No
  • VC-1
    No left arrow No
  • JPEG
    No left arrow No
Memory specs & PCI

Overview of the types and quantities of RAM supported by AMD Ryzen 3 1200 and AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX. The supported memory frequencies may vary depending on the motherboard configuration.

  • Memory type
    DDR4-2933 left arrow DDR4-2666
  • ECC
    Yes left arrow Yes
  • Memory channels
    4 left arrow 2
  • PCIe version
    3.0 left arrow 3.0
  • PCIe lanes
    64 left arrow 20
Encryption
  • AES-NI
    Yes left arrow Yes
Thermal Management

Analyze the TDP (Thermal Design Power) requirements of AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX and AMD Ryzen 3 1200 to make an informed decision on the appropriate cooling system. Remember that TDP refers to thermal watts, not electrical watts.

  • TDP (PL1)
    250 W left arrow 65 W
  • Tjunction max.
    -- left arrow 95 °C
Technologies and extensions

Information on architecture, interfaces, and additional instructions supported by AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX and AMD Ryzen 3 1200, including virtual machine technologies and fabrication processes.

  • Instruction set (ISA)
    x86-64 (64 bit) left arrow x86-64 (64 bit)
  • Virtualization
    AMD-V, SVM left arrow AMD-V, SVM
  • ISA extensions
    SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3 left arrow SSE4a, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3
  • L3-Cache
    64.00 MB left arrow 8.00 MB
  • Architecture
    Colfax (Zen+) left arrow Summit Ridge (Zen)
  • Technology
    12 nm left arrow 14 nm
  • Socket
    TR4 (SP3r2) left arrow AM4
  • Release date
    Q3/2018 left arrow Q1/2017

Benchmarks

Performance tests CPUs

By analyzing the results from various benchmarks, you can gain a clearer understanding of the performance differences between AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX and AMD Ryzen 3 1200.

Compare the synthetic benchmark scores and make an informed decision on the best processor for your needs!

Cinebench R20 (Single-Core)
Cinebench R20 SC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, uses one CPU core, with no hypetrading
398
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
333
AMD Ryzen 3 1200
Cinebench R20 (Multi-Core)
Cinebench R20 MC is a high load CPU test for long tasks on a desktop or notebook PC, using a multi-core and hyperthreading
11463
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
1191
AMD Ryzen 3 1200
Cinebench R15 (Single-Core)
The Cinebench R15 SC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
174
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
129
AMD Ryzen 3 1200
Cinebench R15 (Multi-Core)
The Cinebench R15 MC stresses the computing modules of a desktop or laptop computer to their limits and accurately determines the key performance parameters of the hardware
5189
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
477
AMD Ryzen 3 1200
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 5 SC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
1020
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
800
AMD Ryzen 3 1200
Geekbench 5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 5 MC is a popular cross-platform performance test for desktop or mobile processors that uses system memory intensively
17204
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
2574
AMD Ryzen 3 1200
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Single-Core)
Geekbench 3 SC for one CPU core, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
4721
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
3464
AMD Ryzen 3 1200
Geekbench 3, 64bit (Multi-Core)
Geekbench 3 MC using a multi-core and hyperthreading, includes stress tests simulating real 3D scenarios for Windows, Mac, Linux, Ansroid, iOS
95261
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
9145
AMD Ryzen 3 1200
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Single-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in single-core mode, based on CINEMA 4D
2.21
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
1.59
AMD Ryzen 3 1200
Cinebench R11.5, 64bit (Multi-Core)
The PC CPU and GPU test involves rendering a specific 3D scene in multi-core mode and hyperthreading, based on CINEMA 4D
55.27
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
5.33
AMD Ryzen 3 1200
Estimated results for PassMark CPU Mark
PassMark is a test suite that performs complex mathematical calculations to determine CPU performance on file compression, encryption and physics-related tasks
23226
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
6795
AMD Ryzen 3 1200

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