AMD Threadripper 2950X versus i9 line?

[Apatheist]

Update on the 2950x.

I can't see myself ever needing more than 25-40 concurrent clients open depending which server/expansion I'm playing on. Currently getting into TBC and I'd like to try to solo Kara but my current PC can handle that many clients. 40 For vanilla servers running MC, etc. but the vanilla client is much less demanding. I'd never need to run 80+.

One thing I'm curious about is do you notice stuttering while PBO is manipulating the frequency? For example, if you're at 4.4 and PBO drops you down to 3.9 during heavy load is that change is noticeable during gameplay? Seems like it'd be annoying if so.

Still waiting for the Intel refresh and some comparison reviews to make my purchase.