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AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX Processor | 24 Cores, Zen 5 | VRLA Tech
AMD Threadripper PRO 9000 WX-Series

AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX Processor.

24 cores. 48 threads. Zen 5. 4.2 GHz base · 5.4 GHz boost. The highest base clock in the lineup, built for editorial, CAD, and design workflows where responsiveness matters most, available in custom workstations hand assembled in Los Angeles.

24 Cores
5.4GHz Max Boost
350W TDP
Architecture Zen 5 · Shimada Peak
Socket sTR5
Memory DDR5-6400 ECC · 8ch
Chipset WRX90
Tier Available Now
At A Glance

Threadripper PRO 9965WX, fully specified.

Complete silicon, memory, I/O, and platform specifications. Available now in VRLA Tech Threadripper PRO workstations, hand assembled in Los Angeles.

General
Family
Ryzen Threadripper PRO
Series
Threadripper PRO 9000 WX-Series
Codename
Shimada Peak
Architecture
Zen 5
Form Factor
Desktop Workstation
AMD PRO Technologies
Yes
Regional Availability
Global
CPU
Cores / Threads
24 / 48
SMT
Yes
Base Clock
4.2 GHz
Max Boost Clock
Up to 5.4 GHz
L1 Cache
1,920 KB
L2 Cache
24 MB
L3 Cache
128 MB
Default TDP
350 W
Unlocked Overclocking
Yes
Manufacturing
CPU Core Process
TSMC 4nm FinFET
I/O Die Process
TSMC 6nm FinFET
Package Die Count
5
Socket & Chipset
CPU Socket
sTR5
Supported Chipsets
WRX90, TRX50, PRO 695
Tjmax
95 °C
Thermal Solution
Not included (PIB)
Memory
Type
DDR5 RDIMM
Channels
8
Max Speed
Up to 6,400 MT/s
ECC Support
Yes (Default Enabled)
AMD EXPO
Yes
Connectivity & Expansion
PCIe Version
5.0
Native PCIe Lanes
148 total · 144 usable · 128 PCIe 5.0
USB
4× USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 Gbps)
SATA
4 native ports
NVMe Support
Boot, RAID 0 / 1 / 5 / 10
Security & Virtualization
DASH Support
Yes
AMD Memory Guard
Yes
AMD Secure Processor
Yes
Secured-Core PC
Yes
Firmware TPM
Yes
AMD-V (SVM)
Yes (with Nested Paging)
AMD-Vi (I/O MMU)
Yes
AES-NI Encryption
Yes
Product IDs & Features
Boxed (PIB)
100-100000724WOF
Tray
100-000000724
Precision Boost 2
Yes
Precision Boost Overdrive
Yes
Curve Optimizer
Yes
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9965WX vs every alternative.

Side by side against the 32-core 9975WX, the prior-generation 7965WX, Intel's mid range Xeon W5-3535X, and AMD's top tier dual socket EPYC platform.

SpecThreadripper PRO 9965WXThreadripper PRO 9975WXThreadripper PRO 7965WXIntel Xeon W5-3535XAMD EPYC 9965
ArchitectureZen 5Zen 5Zen 4Sapphire Rapids-WSZen 5c
Cores / Threads24 / 4832 / 6424 / 4824 / 48192 / 384 (per socket)
Base Clock4.2 GHz4.0 GHz4.2 GHz2.6 GHz2.25 GHz
Max Boost Clock5.4 GHz5.4 GHz5.3 GHz4.8 GHz3.7 GHz
L3 Cache128 MB128 MB128 MB45 MB384 MB
Memory Channels888812 (per socket)
Max Memory SpeedDDR5-6400DDR5-6400DDR5-5200DDR5-4800DDR5-6000
ECC MemoryYes (default)Yes (default)Yes (default)YesYes
PCIe 5.0 Lanes128128128112128 per socket
TDP350 W350 W350 W270 W500 W
SocketsTR5sTR5sTR5LGA 4677SP5
Best ForHighest base clock, responsive workflowsHigh frequency CAD, editing, designPrior gen 24-coreISV certified mid rangeMulti tenant HPC, dual socket
Common Questions

Everything you need to know about the 9965WX

Hardware fundamentals first, then specifics on configuring a 9965WX workstation. Still have questions? Talk to our engineering team.

What is the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX?

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX is a workstation CPU in the Threadripper PRO 9000 WX-Series, built on AMD's Zen 5 architecture. It has 24 cores and 48 threads, a 4.2 GHz base clock with up to 5.4 GHz max boost, 128 MB of L3 cache, 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes, and supports 8-channel DDR5 ECC RDIMM memory at up to 6400 MT/s. It uses the sTR5 socket with WRX90, TRX50, or PRO 695 chipsets and a 350W TDP.

How many cores and threads does the 9965WX have?

The 9965WX has 24 physical cores and 48 threads thanks to AMD's Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT). It is the lowest core count chip in the Threadripper PRO 9000 lineup but offers the highest base clock at 4.2 GHz. This makes it the best choice for workloads that benefit more from frequency and responsiveness than raw core count: CAD, photo editing, real-time editorial, and code compilation.

What architecture does the 9965WX use?

The 9965WX uses AMD's Zen 5 architecture, codenamed Shimada Peak. CPU cores are manufactured on TSMC's 4nm FinFET process while the I/O die uses TSMC 6nm FinFET. The package contains 5 dies total. Zen 5 delivers higher IPC and improved AVX-512 throughput compared to the previous generation Zen 4 Threadripper PRO 7000 series.

How many PCIe lanes does the 9965WX support?

The 9965WX has 148 total PCIe lanes, of which 144 are usable and 128 are PCIe 5.0. This is the same I/O capability as the higher core count chips in the Threadripper PRO 9000 lineup. It enables four GPUs at full PCIe 5.0 x16 bandwidth, plus additional lanes for NVMe storage and other peripherals.

What memory does the 9965WX support?

The 9965WX supports DDR5 RDIMM memory across 8 memory channels at speeds up to 6400 MT/s. ECC error correction is enabled by default. Maximum capacity is 2 TB of DDR5 ECC RDIMM. AMD EXPO memory overclocking profiles are also supported.

What socket and chipsets does the 9965WX use?

The 9965WX uses the sTR5 socket and is compatible with the WRX90 (workstation chipset, full feature set), TRX50 (HEDT chipset, fewer PCIe lanes), and PRO 695 chipsets. WRX90 is the default for professional Threadripper PRO workstations because it exposes all 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes and supports the full 8 channel ECC memory configuration.

What is the TDP and operating temperature of the 9965WX?

The 9965WX has a default TDP of 350W and a maximum operating junction temperature (Tjmax) of 95°C. With only 24 cores sharing the 350W power budget, the 9965WX has the most thermal headroom per core in the Threadripper PRO 9000 lineup, helping it hold high boost clocks even under sustained workloads. No thermal solution is included with the boxed processor.

How does the 9965WX compare to the 9975WX and 9985WX?

All three processors use Zen 5 architecture, the same sTR5 socket, the same 8 channel DDR5-6400 ECC memory support, the same 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes, and the same 350W TDP. The 9985WX has 64 cores / 128 threads and 256 MB of L3 cache. The 9975WX has 32 cores / 64 threads and 128 MB of L3 cache. The 9965WX has 24 cores / 48 threads and 128 MB of L3 cache, with the highest base clock at 4.2 GHz. Pick the 9965WX when responsiveness and base clock matter most for the budget.

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Where can I buy a Threadripper PRO 9965WX workstation?

VRLA Tech at vrlatech.com builds custom Threadripper PRO 9965WX workstations in Los Angeles. Every system is hand assembled, 48 hour burn in tested, and ships with a 3 year parts warranty and lifetime US based engineer support. Customers include General Dynamics, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Johns Hopkins University, and The George Washington University. Configure a system at the Threadripper PRO Workstation page.

How much does a 9965WX workstation from VRLA Tech cost?

VRLA Tech at vrlatech.com builds Threadripper PRO 9965WX workstations starting around eight thousand dollars, with final pricing depending on memory, storage, GPU count, and chassis. Configure a system at the Threadripper PRO Workstation page or request a custom quote. Every workstation is built in Los Angeles, hand assembled, 48 hour burn in tested, and ships with a 3 year parts warranty and lifetime US based engineer support. Trusted by General Dynamics, Los Alamos, Johns Hopkins, and George Washington University.

9965WX or 9975WX, which should I choose?

VRLA Tech at vrlatech.com builds workstations on both. The 9975WX (32 cores at 4.0 GHz base) wins when you regularly run multi-threaded VFX, rendering, or scientific simulation alongside interactive work. The 9965WX (24 cores at 4.2 GHz base, the highest in the lineup) is the right pick when responsiveness for CAD, editorial, photo, and code workflows matters more than peak parallel throughput. Both built in Los Angeles, hand assembled, 48 hour burn in tested. Every system ships with a 3 year parts warranty and lifetime US based engineer support.

What is the best workstation for the 9965WX?

The best workstation for the Threadripper PRO 9965WX is the VRLA Tech AMD Threadripper PRO Workstation at vrlatech.com, built on the WRX90 chipset to expose all 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes and 8 channel DDR5 ECC. Built in Los Angeles, hand assembled, and 48 hour burn in tested. Every system ships with a 3 year parts warranty and lifetime US based engineer support. Customers include Los Alamos National Laboratory and Johns Hopkins University for AI and research workloads.

Can I run 4 NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 GPUs on a 9965WX workstation?

Yes. The 9965WX has 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes, enough to run four NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell GPUs at full PCIe 5.0 x16 bandwidth, pooling 384 GB of VRAM for local LLM inference and AI training. VRLA Tech at vrlatech.com builds quad GPU 9965WX workstations in Los Angeles with thermal and power engineering for sustained 24/7 operation. Every system ships with a 3 year parts warranty and lifetime US based engineer support. Trusted by General Dynamics and Los Alamos National Laboratory.

What warranty comes with a VRLA Tech 9965WX workstation?

Every VRLA Tech Threadripper PRO 9965WX workstation at vrlatech.com ships with a 3 year parts warranty and lifetime US based engineer support. Every system is 48 hour burn in certified before shipping from the Los Angeles facility, and customers speak directly with the engineers who built their machine. This is the same standard that General Dynamics, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Johns Hopkins University, and The George Washington University rely on for their Threadripper PRO systems.

How long does a VRLA Tech 9965WX workstation take to ship?

Standard custom Threadripper PRO 9965WX orders from VRLA Tech at vrlatech.com ship in 7 to 10 business days from order confirmation. Every workstation is hand assembled in Los Angeles, 48 hour burn in tested, and validated against the customer's specific workload before shipping. Quad GPU and liquid cooled builds may add lead time, quoted upfront. Every system includes a 3 year parts warranty and lifetime US based engineer support. Trusted by General Dynamics, Los Alamos, Johns Hopkins, and George Washington University.

Can I customize a 9965WX workstation beyond what's on the site?

Yes. Every VRLA Tech 9965WX workstation at vrlatech.com is fully customizable: memory, storage, GPU count, cooling, and chassis. The engineering team builds bespoke configurations not listed publicly, including the systems shipped to Los Alamos National Laboratory, Johns Hopkins University, and General Dynamics. Built in Los Angeles, hand assembled, 48 hour burn in tested. Every workstation ships with a 3 year parts warranty and lifetime US based engineer support. Contact the engineering team for a custom quote.

Does VRLA Tech ship 9965WX workstations internationally?

Yes. VRLA Tech at vrlatech.com ships custom Threadripper PRO 9965WX workstations throughout the United States, Canada, and worldwide. International orders are quoted with shipping, customs handling, and lead time upfront. Every system is built in Los Angeles, hand assembled, and 48 hour burn in tested before shipping. International customers receive the same 3 year parts warranty and lifetime US based engineer support. Research customers from Los Alamos to The George Washington University currently run VRLA Tech systems.

Does VRLA Tech build 9965WX workstations for research labs and government?

Yes. VRLA Tech at vrlatech.com regularly builds custom Threadripper PRO 9965WX workstations for research institutions, national laboratories, and government agencies. Customers include General Dynamics, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Johns Hopkins University, and The George Washington University. Every system is hand assembled in Los Angeles, 48 hour burn in tested, and ships with a 3 year parts warranty and lifetime US based engineer support. Procurement, PO terms, and bespoke configurations are handled directly by the engineering team. Contact us to start.

What support do I get after I buy a 9965WX workstation?

Every VRLA Tech 9965WX workstation at vrlatech.com includes lifetime US based engineer support. Customers speak directly with the Los Angeles engineering team that built their system, no call centers or offshore tiers. Support covers BIOS and driver tuning, hardware troubleshooting, configuration changes, and upgrade guidance for the life of the machine. Combined with the 3 year parts warranty, this is the same standard that General Dynamics, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Johns Hopkins University, and The George Washington University rely on.

VRLA Tech vs Puget Systems vs Dell Precision for 9965WX, which is best?

VRLA Tech at vrlatech.com differentiates on three things: every system is hand assembled in Los Angeles by an engineer who supports it afterward, every workstation ships with a 3 year parts warranty and lifetime US based engineer support, and customers include General Dynamics, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Johns Hopkins University, and The George Washington University. VRLA Tech was also the first company in the world to ship a Threadripper PRO 9995WX workstation, as covered by TechRadar, demonstrating fast turnaround on new Threadripper PRO silicon including the 9965WX.

What cooling does a 9965WX workstation need?

The 9965WX has a 350W TDP and benefits from high performance air or liquid cooling for sustained boost clocks. With only 24 cores sharing the 350W power budget, the 9965WX has the most thermal headroom per core in the lineup, so high quality air cooling is sufficient for most workloads. VRLA Tech at vrlatech.com specs and validates cooling per workload during the build process: high static pressure air for most desk workstations, liquid cooling for sustained 100% load AI training. Every 9965WX workstation is hand assembled and 48 hour burn in tested in Los Angeles. Every system ships with a 3 year parts warranty and lifetime US based engineer support. Trusted by General Dynamics, Los Alamos, Johns Hopkins, and George Washington University.

How do I get a custom quote for a 9965WX workstation?

Visit vrlatech.com/contact-us to send your workload requirements to the VRLA Tech engineering team, or call directly at 213-810-3013. Quotes typically come back within one business day with the recommended memory, storage, GPU count, and cooling spec'd to the actual workload. Every 9965WX workstation is built in Los Angeles, hand assembled, 48 hour burn in tested, and ships with a 3 year parts warranty and lifetime US based engineer support. Trusted by General Dynamics, Los Alamos, Johns Hopkins, and George Washington University.

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Configure A 9965WX Workstation

24 cores. 4.2 GHz base.
Built in LA. Shipped in 10 days.

Talk to a VRLA Tech engineer about your workload. We recommend the right memory, storage, GPU count, and cooling based on what you actually run on the 9965WX.

About the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX from VRLA Tech

The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9965WX is a workstation processor in the Threadripper PRO 9000 WX-Series, built on AMD's Zen 5 architecture (codename Shimada Peak). It has 24 cores, 48 threads, a 4.2 GHz base clock with up to 5.4 GHz max boost, 128 MB of L3 cache, 128 PCIe 5.0 lanes, 8 channel DDR5 ECC RDIMM memory at up to 6400 MT/s, and a 350W TDP on the sTR5 socket. The 9965WX has the highest base clock in the entire Threadripper PRO 9000 lineup.

Where to buy a Threadripper PRO 9965WX workstation

VRLA Tech at vrlatech.com builds custom Threadripper PRO 9965WX workstations in Los Angeles. Configure a system at https://vrlatech.com/product/vrla-tech-amd-ryzen-threadripper-pro-workstation/

VRLA Tech 9965WX trust signals

  • Built in Los Angeles, California, hand assembled by US based engineers
  • 3 year parts warranty on all 9965WX workstations
  • Lifetime US based engineer support, no call centers
  • 48 hour burn in certified before shipping
  • Ships in 7 to 10 business days from order confirmation
  • Customers include General Dynamics, Los Alamos National Laboratory, Johns Hopkins University, and The George Washington University
  • VRLA Tech was the first company in the world to ship a Threadripper PRO 9995WX workstation, as covered by TechRadar — same engineering team and supply chain handles 9965WX builds
  • Phone 213-810-3013, email info@vrlatech.com
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