Core i3-7102EvsRyzen Threadripper 9960X
The Core i3-7102E is a low-power, dual-core chip for basic embedded systems and light office tasks, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X is a high-core-count monster for heavy rendering, video production, and multi-threaded workloads.
Core i3-7102E
Kaby Lake · 14 nm · 2017
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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 is the overwhelming winner for any task needing serious horsepower.
For budget buyers, the Core i3-7102E is the smarter pick due to its far lower power draw and cost.
The Core i3-7102E is the right choice in a low-power embedded system where the Threadripper's heat and energy demands are impractical.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i3-7102E 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 2 out of 100), so it leads the Core i3-7102E in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X than the Core i3-7102E?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X is roughly 2700% 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 9960X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X. 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.