https://wccftech.com/amd-ryzen-threadripper-3970x-32-core-efficient-monster-cpu-eco-mode-tests/ > The 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen Threadripper CPUs launched last month and Intel's HEDT was forgotten the moment the reviews hit the web. Now a month later, the 3rd Gen Threadripper processors have been tested under ECO mode, revealing them to be an absolutely efficient monster of a chip, beating the 165W Core i9-10980XE even at 140W. > Using the AMD Ryzen Master utility, the folks over at Computerbase were able to get their Ryzen Threadripper 3970X 32 core processor to run at various TDPs. The TDPs ranged from 180W, 140W, and even down to 95W, just to see how the CPU performed when tuned for higher efficiency. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper 3970X has a stock configured TDP of 280W at which it delivers its stock clocks of 3.7 GHz base and 4.5 GHz boost (single-core). Running at a lower TDP would yield lower clocks but it provides higher efficiency which is great if you're looking to run your setup 24/7 under intense workloads.