Core i3-9300TvsRyzen Threadripper 9980X
The Core i3-9300T is a low-power quad-core chip for basic office PCs and home theater builds, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is a 64-core monster for heavy workstation tasks like 3D rendering and video production.
Core i3-9300T
Coffee Lake · 14 nm · 2019
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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 anyone needing extreme multi-core power, while the Core i3-9300T is a low-power chip for basic tasks.
For budget buyers, the Core i3-9300T is the smarter pick due to its low cost and minimal power draw.
The Core i3-9300T is right for a silent home server or office PC where low heat and energy use matter more than performance.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i3-9300T 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 4 out of 100), so it leads the Core i3-9300T in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X than the Core i3-9300T?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is roughly 2050% faster than the Core i3-9300T overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i3-9300T or the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X. If the Core i3-9300T 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.