The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9980X, arriving this month, is set to be the fastest desktop CPU available, boasting 64 cores and 128 threads. With a clock speed of 5.4GHz and a TDP of 350W, it outperforms many models, including the Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Ryzen 9 7950X, achieving a remarkable PassMark multithread score of 147,481. However, while it excels in raw power, its premium price may limit its appeal to gamers.
Given its extraordinary performance yet high cost, is the Threadripper 9980X positioned primarily for professional workloads, or does it still have a place in high-end gaming builds?
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