AMD Ryzen refers to all current Socket AM4 desktop processors. These processors have up to 16 cores / 32 threads with a max boost clock up to 4.9GHz and up to 100MB of cache, perfect for gamers and creators. AMD Threadripper desktop processors are high-end desktop processors that use Socket TR4. These powerhouse processors have up to 64 cores / 128 threads, max boost clock up to 4.5GHZ, up to 288MB of cache and support quad-channel memory. Threadripper CPUs are most often used in workstation computers.