Core i3-7101EvsRyzen Threadripper 9970X
The Core i3-7101E is a basic, low-power dual-core for simple office PCs or embedded systems, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X is a massive 32-core workstation monster for heavy rendering or scientific computing.
Core i3-7101E
Kaby Lake · 14 nm · 2017
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Ryzen Threadripper 9970X
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 9970X is the clear winner for any demanding task, far outpacing the Core i3-7101E with vastly more cores and speed.
For budget buyers, the Core i3-7101E is the smarter pick because it costs far less while handling basic computing needs.
The Core i3-7101E is the right choice for a low-cost office PC or media server where extreme multi-core performance isn't needed.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i3-7101E better than the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X?
Overall the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X is the stronger processor: it ranks higher in our aggregate performance score (64 vs 3 out of 100), so it leads the Core i3-7101E in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X than the Core i3-7101E?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X is roughly 2033% 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 9970X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X. 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.