- Is the 5955WX worth it over the 5975WX?
- Only if 16 cores cover your workloads. The 5975WX doubles the cores on the same platform, so heavy rendering or simulation users usually go there.
- Does it fit a regular AM4 motherboard?
- No. It uses the sWRX8 socket and needs a WRX80 motherboard. AM4 boards do not support it.
- What memory does it need?
- Registered DDR4 with ECC support, in 8 channels. Unbuffered desktop memory will not work.
- Can it be overclocked?
- Yes, the multiplier is unlocked. Gains are modest because the chip is already power-limited, and cooling has to keep up.
- What cooler should I use?
- A large sWRX8-compatible air or liquid cooler rated for well over 280 W. The socket footprint differs from mainstream coolers.
- Is it good for gaming?
- It works, but clock speeds are lower than desktop Ryzen chips, so it is not the value pick for games alone.
- Where is the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX cheapest?
- At eBay, for $736.25, 44% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5955WX?
- 14 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Grooves-Inc.com, Newegg.com, B&H Photo-Video-Audio, Staples.