Core i3-10105FvsRyzen Threadripper 9980X
The Core i3-10105F is a simple, budget-friendly chip for basic home or office PCs, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is a workstation monster built for content creators and engineers who need extreme multi-tasking.
Core i3-10105F
Comet Lake-R · 14 nm · 2021
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Ryzen Threadripper 9980X
Shimada Peak · 4 nm · 2025
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Overall Performance Score
A unified score from combined synthetic and real-world benchmarks. 100 represents the fastest desktop CPU available.
Side-by-Side Specs
Every detail compared. Highlighted cells indicate the leading value for that metric.
Which should you buy?
The Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is the clear winner overall for anyone needing extreme multi-core performance.
For budget/value buyers, the Core i3-10105F is the smarter pick due to its lower cost and adequate speed for basic tasks.
The Core i3-10105F is the right choice for a simple office PC where the Threadripper's power and cost would be wasteful.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i3-10105F better than the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X?
Overall the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is the stronger processor: it ranks higher in our aggregate performance score (86 vs 5 out of 100), so it leads the Core i3-10105F in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X than the Core i3-10105F?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is roughly 1620% faster than the Core i3-10105F overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i3-10105F or the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X. If the Core i3-10105F is meaningfully cheaper where you shop, it can be the better value for similar real-world results — check current prices and the full spec comparison above before deciding.