Core i3-13100EvsRyzen Threadripper 9980X
The Core i3-13100E is a low-power quad-core chip for basic office PCs and light home use, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is a massive 64-core workstation part for heavy rendering and scientific computing.
Core i3-13100E
Raptor Lake-S · 10 nm · 2023
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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 wins overall for heavy workloads, but the Core i3-13100E is the better choice for basic tasks due to its low power draw and low cost.
For budget buyers, the Core i3-13100E offers better value for everyday computing, while the Threadripper 9980X targets professional workflows.
The Core i3-13100E is the right pick for a simple office PC or home server where low power and cost matter over raw performance.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i3-13100E 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 8 out of 100), so it leads the Core i3-13100E in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X than the Core i3-13100E?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is roughly 975% faster than the Core i3-13100E overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i3-13100E or the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X. If the Core i3-13100E 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.