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AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X vs Apple M5
Updated Sep 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
Verdict
Key takeaways
- AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X leads Apple M5 overall by 41 points (91 vs 50 out of 100).
- Key differences: PassMark CPU mark, where AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X has 79,592 vs 26,767; lithography process, where Apple M5 has 3 vs 7 nm; cores, where AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X has 64 vs 10; threads, where AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X has 128 vs 10; only AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X has unlocked.
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X leads overall
AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X · #2 of 465
91
Apple M5 · #141 of 465
50
Key differences
- PassMark CPU MarkAMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 79,592 vs 26,767
- Lithography ProcessApple M5 3 vs 7 nm
- CoresAMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 64 vs 10
- ThreadsAMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X 128 vs 10
- UnlockedAMD Ryzen Threadripper 3990X only
Scores by Category
Ryzen Threadripper 3990X wins 2 of 3 categories · Apple M5 wins 1
| Category | Ryzen Threadripper 3990XApple M5 | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Benchmark | +50 | |
| Core Specifications | +24 | |
| Integrated Graphics | +54 |
Value for Money
Launch prices — enter today's prices (same currency for both).
Ryzen Threadripper 3990X
Apple M5
Detailed Specifications
Core Specifications
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Apple M5 |
|---|---|---|
Cores | 64 | 10 |
Threads | 128 | 10 |
Base Frequency | 2.9 GHz | N/A |
Base Power Consumption | 280 W | N/A |
Maximum Frequency | 4.3 GHz | N/A |
L2 Cache | 32 MB | N/A |
L3 Cache | 256 MB | N/A |
Lithography Process | 7 nm | 3 nm57% less |
Is unlocked | Yes | No |
Integrated Graphics
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Apple M5 |
|---|---|---|
Model | N/A |
Benchmark
| Feature | Ryzen Threadripper 3990X | Apple M5 |
|---|---|---|
PassMark CPU Mark | 79,592197% more | 26,767 |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
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