AMD Threadripper 9960X 24-Core 48-Thread sTR5 4.2/5.4GHz 128MB L3 350W Tray Workstation CPU

24 cores / 48 threads Zen 5: Shimada Peak chiplet architecture (4 nm CCDs + 6 nm IOD), base 4.2 GHz and boost up to 5.4 GHz all-core for superior multi-threaded performance in complex simulations and 8K editing.

Massive cache: 1920 KB L1, 24 MB L2 (1 MB per core), 128 MB L3 (152 MB combined total), optimised for low latency gaming simulation loads and intensive data analysis.

350W TDP unlocked: Full overclocking with Eco Mode support and BIOS limits (PPT/TDC/EDC), requires extreme cooling such as direct-die Mycro Pro RGB or AIO 420 mm custom in Arctic Xtender cases.

TRX50 sTR5 platform: 4-channel DDR5-6400+ ECC (up to 256 GB), 80 PCIe 5.0 lanes (48 GPU + 32 storage), 4x native USB 3.2 Gen2; no iGPU or NPU (focused on discrete GPUs for AI/rendering).

TSMC 4nm fabrication: 33.26 billion transistors, 6.38/100 efficiency; ideal for Der8enchtable benches with WireView Pro power and temps monitoring in extreme modding.

Workstation performance: Leading code compilation (C++/Rust/Java), multi-threaded CPU rendering, 4K/8K photo/video conversion, archiving and analytics pipelines; 50%+ advantage vs. mainstream desktop CPUs.

Professional compatibility: TRX50 platform (not TR5 6000-series), requires workstation motherboards such as ASUS ProArt/Gigabyte MZ; unlocked multiplier for PBO/EXPO overclocking.

Power consumption and thermals: PPT up to 350W+ at sustained boost, temperatures 80-95°C under full loads; combines perfectly with Pro thermal putties and SoundBlaster AE-9 for pro audio simulation.

HEDT 2025 segment: Released July 2025 (~$1499), positioned under 9980X (64-core); secondary gaming performance but superior in productivity vs Ryzen 9 9950X3D.

Custom build usage: Perfect for racing/multimedia simulation with PCIe 5.0 x16 + NVMe Gen5 GPUs, Arctic panoramic cases and high-end mechanical peripherals.