Core i3-10325vsRyzen Threadripper 9960X
The Core i3-10325 is a simple, low-power desktop chip for everyday computing, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X is a high-core workstation monster built for heavy multitasking and content creation.
Core i3-10325
Comet Lake-R · 14 nm · 2021
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Ryzen Threadripper 9960X
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 9960X wins overall for anyone needing extreme multi-core muscle, leaving the Core i3-10325 far behind.
The Core i3-10325 is the smarter pick for budget buyers who just need basic everyday computing without extra spending.
For a simple office PC used only for web browsing and documents, the Core i3-10325 is the right choice over the overkill Threadripper.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i3-10325 better than the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X?
Overall the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X is the stronger processor: it ranks higher in our aggregate performance score (56 vs 6 out of 100), so it leads the Core i3-10325 in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X than the Core i3-10325?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X is roughly 833% faster than the Core i3-10325 overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i3-10325 or the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X. If the Core i3-10325 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.