AMD Threadripper 2990WX

The AMD Threadripper 2990WX packs 32 cores and 32 threads. It drops into the AM4 socket with a 250W TDP — about 7.8W per core. Clocks run from 3GHz base to 4.2GHz boost. 64MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads.

Confirm motherboard socket compatibility before anything else, then size the cooler to the TDP. PlanMyPC's builder flags compatibility problems automatically and tracks the latest processor deals from multiple stores. Support and warranty service run through AMD, with terms that vary by region. The full specification sheet below breaks out every listed detail, and the compatibility checker flags conflicts with parts already in your build.