Core i3-7101EvsRyzen Threadripper 7980X
The Core i3-7101E is a low-power, dual-core CPU for basic office or embedded systems, while the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X is a 64-core monster for professional content creators and heavy multitaskers.
Core i3-7101E
Kaby Lake · 14 nm · 2017
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Ryzen Threadripper 7980X
Storm Peak · 5 nm · 2023
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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 7980X is the clear winner for any task needing serious multi-threaded power, leaving the Core i3-7101E far behind.
For budget buyers, the Core i3-7101E is the smarter pick if you only need basic computing and want to save money.
The Core i3-7101E is the right choice for a low-cost office PC where you just need word processing and web browsing.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i3-7101E better than the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X?
Overall the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X is the stronger processor: it ranks higher in our aggregate performance score (82 vs 3 out of 100), so it leads the Core i3-7101E in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X than the Core i3-7101E?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X is roughly 2633% faster than the Core i3-7101E overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i3-7101E or the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X. If the Core i3-7101E 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.