AMD Threadripper 3970X
Category: CPU / Processor
Manufacturer: AMD
Cores: 32C / 32T
Clock: 3.7 - 4.5 GHz
Socket: AM4
TDP: 280W
Price: $1800.00 from Amazon

AMD Threadripper 3970X
Cores
32C / 32T
Clock
3.7 - 4.5 GHz
Socket
AM4
TDP
280W
Best price from Amazon
$1800.00
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Overview
The AMD Threadripper 3970X offers 32 cores and 32 threads. It drops into the AM4 socket with a 280W TDP — about 8.8W per core. 128MB of L3 cache helps in cache-sensitive games and workloads. Clocks span 3.7GHz base to 4.5GHz boost. Confirm motherboard socket compatibility before anything else, then size the cooler to the TDP.
At $1800.00 it sits in the premium processor bracket. Use the PlanMyPC system builder to verify it works alongside your other components and to watch live retailer pricing. Warranty coverage follows AMD's standard policy — confirm regional terms on the listing. Every published spec is tabulated below, and compatibility against your current part list is checked automatically.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TDP | 280 W |
| CPU Cores | 32 |
| Socket | AM4 |
| L3 Cache | 128 MB |
| Threads | 32 |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz |
| Microarchitecture | Zen 2 |
| Integrated Graphics | None |




