AMD has officially launched its highly anticipated Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9000 series CPUs, now available starting at $1,649 for the 16-core variant. These cutting-edge processors, built on AMD’s Zen 5 architecture, are set to redefine performance in the workstation market.
The new Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9000 WX series includes five powerful options, ranging from 16 to an impressive 96 cores. These chips offer significant architectural advancements and enhanced clock speeds, ensuring superior performance across various applications.
Prices for these processors vary, with the 16-core Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9955WX starting at $1,649 and the high-end 96-core Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9995WX priced at $11,699. They are listed by major retailers globally, showcasing AMD’s commitment to accessibility.
Japanese retailers have also joined the fray, offering the lineup from 299,444 Yen to a whopping 2,354,444 Yen for the flagship model.
Standing out in the series, the Threadripper PRO 9995WX is particularly noteworthy, positioned as a powerhouse for AI applications. AMD claims it delivers up to 26% faster performance than its predecessor and can achieve a remarkable 495% improvement in select AI tasks compared to competitors like the Xeon W9-3595X.
Initial benchmarks reveal the 9995WX’s prowess, scoring an impressive 173K in Cinebench R23 for multi-threaded performance. It maintains a 5 GHz clock speed across all 96 cores, pushing scores to a high of 186K points.
Here’s a quick overview of the specifications for the Threadripper 9000 series:
– **Threadripper PRO 9995WX**: 96 cores, 192 threads, 2.5/5.4 GHz, 384 MB L3 Cache, supporting 8-channel DDR5-6400 memory, priced at $11,699.
– **Threadripper PRO 9985WX**: 64 cores, 128 threads, 3.2/5.4 GHz, priced at $7,999.
– **Threadripper PRO 9975WX**: 48 cores, 96 threads, 4.0/5.4 GHz, priced at $4,099.
– **Threadripper PRO 9965WX**: 24 cores, 48 threads, 4.2/5.4 GHz, priced at $2,899.
– **Threadripper PRO 9955WX**: 16 cores, 32 threads, 4.5/5.4 GHz, priced at $1,649.
AMD continues to set the bar high in the workstation CPU market, and the Threadripper PRO 9000 series is a testament to their engineering expertise, offering groundbreaking speed and efficiency for professionals around the globe.
