AMD Launches Threadripper 9000X and Pro 9000WX: A New Era of Zen 5 Power

AMD has officially unveiled its latest Threadripper processors: the Ryzen Threadripper 9000X and Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9000WX series. The official launch dates are 23rd July 2025 for 9000WX and 31st July 2025 for 9000X.

Based on the cutting-edge Zen5 architecture and built using TSMC’s 5nm process, these CPUs are the latest release in AMD’s HEDT (High-End Desktop) and Professional Workstation markets. The 9000 series replace the previous 7000X and Pro 7000WX lines with performance gains, improved efficiency and platform continuity via the sTR5 socket, meaning drop-in replacements are possible.

Let's take a look at the new range in detail...

Threadripper 9000X Series – HEDT Performance for Power Users

The Ryzen Threadripper 9000X series is aimed at high-end desktop (HEDT) users: content creators, developers and enthusiasts who need exceptional core counts and bandwidth without the extra cost of full workstation features. Featuring up to 64 cores and 128 threads, this lineup supports 4-channel DDR5 and 88 useable PCIe lanes (with up to 80 being PCIe 5.0)

Key Features:

• Up to 64 cores / 128 threads
• 80 PCIe Gen 5 lanes
• 4-channel DDR5 support
• Unlocked for overclocking
• sTR5 socket (TRX50 platform, BIOS update required)
• Zen 5 architecture – Improved IPC

Threadripper Pro 9000WX Series – Enterprise-Grade Workstation Muscle

The Threadripper Pro 9000WX series is designed for professionals handling AI development, rendering, simulation and large-scale compute tasks. These CPUs scale up to 96 cores and 192 threads, with ECC support, 8-channel DDR5 memory and 144 useable PCIe lanes (with up to 128 being PCIe 5.0)

Notably, they share the sTR5 socket with the 9000X series but require WRX90 motherboards to fully utilise their expanded memory and I/O capabilities (more on that later).

Key Features:

• Up to 96 cores / 192 threads
• 128 PCIe Gen 5 lanes
• 8-channel DDR5 ECC memory support
• Unlocked for overclocking
• sTR5 socket (WRX90 platform, BIOS update required)
• AMD PRO security and manageability features
• Zen 5 architecture – Improved IPC

Threadripper 9975WX CPU ready for testing at Boston labs.

As stated, the new CPU’s also use the same sTR5 socket just like the previous gen. This means current motherboards can support the new chips, albeit with a BIOS upgrade. There are two AMD platforms both using the sTR5 socket, TRX50 and WRX90. They target different users and use cases:

TRX50: The more affordable HEDT option, supports both non-Pro (9000X) and Pro (9000WX) Threadripper CPUs. It offers quad-channel DDR5, up to 80 usable PCIe 5.0 lanes and is ideal for enthusiasts and power users. However, it lacks enterprise features like remote management and full memory expansion.

WRX90: The premium workstation platform, exclusively for Threadripper Pro WX CPUs. It doubles memory bandwidth (8-channel DDR5 ECC) and increases bandwidth to 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes. It also adds enterprise-level capabilities such as AMD PRO technologies and remote management features—perfect for demanding professional environments.

Notably, Pro CPUs (9000WX series) can operate on TRX50 motherboards, but non-Pro CPUs (9000X series) cannot be used on WRX90 boards.

SKU Breakdown

Looking at the SKU’s, this is very much a continuation of the 7000X/7000WX lineup. The SKUs are largely the same in terms of core counts and features. There is an increase in the boost speeds, with the entire new range capable of reaching 5.4GHz max boost clocks (up from 5-1-5.3GHz previously).

Ryzen Threadripper 9000X Series (HEDT):

Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9000WX Series (Professional Workstation)

Comparing the 9000 Series to the 7000 Series

The jump from AMD’s Threadripper 7000 series to the new 9000 series brings meaningful architectural and platform improvements, even if some of the raw specifications appear similar at first glance. At the core of this generational leap is the move from Zen 4 to Zen 5, delivering an estimated 16% IPC uplift. This means the 9000X/9000WX’s Zen 5 cores can execute, on average, 16% more instructions per clock cycle compared to the previous Zen 4 architecture. This is also alongside enhanced front-end execution and better AVX-512 performance – crucial for scientific, AI and media-heavy workloads.

While AMD has retained the sTR5 socket, ensuring continuity with TRX50 and WRX90 motherboards, users will still need a BIOS update to drop in the new chips. This socket compatibility reduces platform friction and extends the life of existing investments, particularly important in professional and workstation environments.

In terms of memory and I/O, the specs remain largely consistent: HEDT chips in the 9000X line continue to offer 4-channel DDR5 ECC memory and up to 80 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, while Pro 9000WX processors support 8-channel memory and a full 128 PCIe Gen 5 lanes. The new CPUs bring a notable memory upgrade over the previous generation, increasing official DDR5 support from 5200 MT/s to 6400 MT/s. This boost improves memory bandwidth and overall responsiveness, especially in data-intensive and memory-bound workloads.

With Zen 5 there is refined power efficiency at the same 350W TDP, and a tighter integration of AMD’s Pro technologies in the WX line. While maximum core counts stay at 64 for HEDT and 96 for workstation, performance per core—and per watt—takes a step forward, reinforcing AMD’s lead in high-thread-count computing without breaking platform compatibility.

Performance

We will be putting these CPUs through our benchmark suite in due course, check back at a later date. For now, we have some slides from AMD to indicate performance.

Boston Servers designed for Threadripper

At Boston, we are at the forefront of HEDT and Professional Workstations technology, ensuring we are ready to deploy the latest hardware solutions tailored to fit any requirements. For Threadripper 9000X/9000WX this will be no different, with a range of SKUs ready to go, as well as CPUs available for testing in our labs, get in touch today to book your test drive.

AS-2115HV-TNRT (2U Rackmount Server)

In terms of specific server hardware, Boston offers a platform to run Threadripper in the data centre! The AS-2115HV-TNRT is a high-performance 2U rackmount system designed for demanding professional and industrial workloads. Supporting AMD Ryzen Threadripper Pro 9000WX (as well as the 7000WX), series CPUs – up to 96 cores and 192 threads—it delivers exceptional compute density in a compact form factor. An ideal platform for GPU acceleration, AI inference, simulation and content rendering at scale. Eight hot-swappable NVMe/SATA/SAS drive bays and support for up to four double-width GPUs make this platform well-suited for data-heavy, parallel compute tasks in enterprise and research environments.

One might choose AMD Threadripper for use in a data centre or server environment when there is a need for a cost-effective, high-core-count CPU that delivers workstation-class performance without the complexity or cost of multi-socket server platforms. The benefits are easy to see:

• High core count in a Single Socket Platform.
• Massive PCIe 5.0 Bandwidth with up to 128 PCIe Gen 5 lanes.
• Threadripper Pro platforms can host multiple GPUs.
• High-speed NVMe storage, FPGAs, and network accelerators—ideal for AI/ML, VDI or simulation workloads.
• Large, Fast Memory Support with 6400MT/s ECC DDR5 suitable for databases, virtualisation and scientific computing.
• Enterprise Features with Threadripper Pro supporting AMD PRO technologies, such as remote manageability, memory encryption and other security features.
• Lower TCO Compared to EPYC. While AMD EPYC is built for large-scale, multi-socket cloud infrastructure, Threadripper provides a more affordable single-socket alternative.

AS-531AW-TC (Mid-Tower Workstation)

The AS-531AW-TC is a powerful mid-tower workstation built for creative professionals, engineers, and developers who need serious desktop performance. It supports both AMD Ryzen Threadripper 9000X and 9000WX (as well as the 7000 series), offering up to 96 cores in a flexible, tower-friendly design. Delivering workstation-class capabilities in a standard ATX footprint. The system also includes dual 10 GbE networking and remote management support, making it a robust solution for high-performance desktop computing or hybrid workflows.

Custom builds

As well as the platforms mentioned, Boston can design and build bespoke Workstation systems tailored to fit your exact requirements. We work with you to define a custom-configured solution for your specific applications and workflow. This is in addition to pre-made SKUs such as Boston Insight and Boston Insight Pro, which support both Threadripper 7000X/7000WX and 9000X/9000WX series.

Explore the full range of Boston's Professional Workstations here

Follow the links below to view more Threadripper 9000 Solutions:
Boston Limited
Supermicro 2U Workstation AS-2115HV-TNRT
Supermicro SuperWorkstation Mid-tower

Summary

AMD’s Threadripper 9000 series cements its position as the top-tier solution for both enthusiast and professional users. With Zen 5's architectural improvements, full PCIe Gen 5 support and the ability to reuse existing sTR5 motherboards, AMD delivers not just raw power but also excellent platform value.

Boston Labs is all about enabling our customers to make informed decisions in selecting the right hardware, software and overall solution for specific and bespoke requirements. If you’d like to request a test drive of these new Threadripper CPUs, please get in touch by emailing sales@boston.co.uk or call us on 01727 876100 and one of our experienced sales engineers will gladly guide you through building the perfect solution just for you.

Author

Sukhdip Mander

Senior Field Application Engineer

Boston Limited

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