Core i7-11700vsRyzen Threadripper 9970X
The Intel Core i7-11700 is a mainstream desktop CPU for everyday work and gaming, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X is a workstation monster built for heavy rendering and multi-tasking.
Core i7-11700
Rocket Lake · 14 nm · 2021
As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.
Ryzen Threadripper 9970X
Shimada Peak · 4 nm · 2025
As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.
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 wins overall for its far greater core count and performance, leaving the Core i7-11700 in the dust for demanding tasks.
For budget buyers, the Core i7-11700 is the smarter pick, offering adequate everyday speed at a fraction of the cost.
Choose the Core i7-11700 for a simple home office PC where low power use and basic multitasking are all you need.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i7-11700 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 12 out of 100), so it leads the Core i7-11700 in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X than the Core i7-11700?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X is roughly 433% faster than the Core i7-11700 overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i7-11700 or the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X. If the Core i7-11700 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.