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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Ryzen 5 7500X3D vs Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

The Ryzen 5 7500X3D is much faster than the Ryzen Threadripper 3960X on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

  • Up to 71% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 6 years and 1 month newer
  • Up to 420% cheaper$288.85 vs $1399
  • Up to 787% better value for money
  • Up to 420% more expensive$1399 vs $288.85

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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Ryzen 5 7500X3D ranks 39 points higher.

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Ryzen Threadripper 3960X has 18 more cores.

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Ryzen Threadripper 3960X has 36 more threads.

L3 Cachehelp

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X has 32 MB more L3 cache.

Base Frequencyhelp

Ryzen 5 7500X3D has a 5% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp
TDPhelp

Ryzen 5 7500X3D draws 215W less power.

AM5
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TRX4
Raphael
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Castle Peak
Desktop
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Desktop
Radeon Graphics
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No Integrated Graphics
5200 MHz (DDR5)
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3200 MHz (DDR4)
Not Overclockable
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Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen 5 7500X3D or Ryzen Threadripper 3960X?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 7500X3D. It's 97% faster than the Ryzen Threadripper 3960X on average across 100+ games, scoring 77/100 vs 39/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 5 7500X3D than Ryzen Threadripper 3960X?expand_more
97% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Ryzen 5 7500X3D or Ryzen Threadripper 3960X?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 7500X3D is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 5 7500X3D worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 77/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen 5 7500X3D and Ryzen Threadripper 3960X?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen 5 7500X3D scores 77/100, Ryzen Threadripper 3960X scores 39/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen 5 7500X3D or Ryzen Threadripper 3960X bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Ryzen 5 7500X3D or Ryzen Threadripper 3960X?expand_more
The Ryzen 5 7500X3D is the stronger pick at 77/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.

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