Geekbench and PassMark scores confirm double-digit uplift over 7980X as launch nears
Another Benchmark, Another Win for the 9980X
AMD’s Ryzen Threadripper 9980X continues to make waves ahead of its official launch. A new Geekbench listing, discovered by Benchleaks, further confirms the impressive performance leap over the previous-gen 7980X.
- Single-core score: 3,259 (up from 2,882 on 7980X)
- Multi-core score: 28,666 (compared to 24,790)
- Test rig: Asus Pro WS TRX50-Sage WiFi motherboard with 128 GB RAM
This places the 9980X at an estimated 10–12% uplift in single-core and 13–15% in multi-core performance—an encouraging sign for content creators, engineers, and power users.
Following Up on PassMark Dominance
This Geekbench appearance comes shortly after the 9980X topped PassMark charts, where it achieved a 7.7% performance increase over its predecessor. While Geekbench may not perfectly reflect real-world performance, the consistency across both platforms suggests a tangible improvement.
- PassMark position: #1 in CPU ranking (as of July 2025)
- Compared to: Threadripper 7980X, which was already a high-end performer
Technical Specs: Zen 5 Firepower
The Threadripper 9980X is built on AMD’s Zen 5 architecture and brings serious power to the workstation market.
- Cores/Threads: 64 cores and 128 threads
- Clock speed: Boosts up to 5.4 GHz
- Cache: 256 MB of L3 cache
- TDP: 350W
- Platform: Supports latest AMD Ryzen tech including EXPO memory profiles
It’s engineered for massive workloads—ideal for 3D rendering, simulation, and complex compilation tasks.
Launch Timeline: What We Know So Far
AMD hasn’t confirmed the consumer release date for the 9000X series, but its Threadripper 9000WX lineup will be available starting July 23. These high-end CPUs will first be distributed through regional integrators and OEM partners.
With retail listings and benchmark leaks surfacing, a broader availability announcement for the 9980X is likely imminent.
