Core i5-7440EQvsRyzen Threadripper 7970X
The Core i5-7440EQ is a low-power embedded laptop chip for compact, efficient systems, while the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is a high-end desktop monster for creators and heavy multitaskers.
Core i5-7440EQ
Kaby Lake · 14 nm · 2017
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Ryzen Threadripper 7970X
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 7970X is the clear winner overall for anyone needing extreme multi-core performance.
For budget-conscious buyers, the Core i5-7440EQ is the smarter pick if you only need basic computing power.
The Core i5-7440EQ is the right choice in a low-power, compact system where the Threadripper’s high heat and power draw are impractical.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i5-7440EQ better than the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X?
Overall the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is the stronger processor: it ranks higher in our aggregate performance score (60 vs 3 out of 100), so it leads the Core i5-7440EQ in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X than the Core i5-7440EQ?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is roughly 1900% faster than the Core i5-7440EQ overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i5-7440EQ or the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X. If the Core i5-7440EQ 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.