Core i3-7102EvsRyzen Threadripper 7980X
The Core i3-7102E is a low-power, dual-core chip for compact embedded systems, while the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X is a 64-core monster for pro workstation builds.
Core i3-7102E
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 utterly dominates the Core i3-7102E for any performance-focused task.
The Core i3-7102E is the smarter pick for budget buyers needing a low-power CPU for basic office or embedded use.
The Core i3-7102E is the right choice for a silent, low-heat home server or thin client where the Threadripper's power and cost are overkill.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i3-7102E 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 2 out of 100), so it leads the Core i3-7102E in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X than the Core i3-7102E?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X is roughly 4000% faster than the Core i3-7102E overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i3-7102E or the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X. If the Core i3-7102E 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.