Core i7-11700FvsRyzen Threadripper 9980X
The Core i7-11700F is a mainstream desktop chip for everyday gaming and work, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is a workstation monster built for heavy rendering and multi-tasking.
Core i7-11700F
Rocket Lake · 14 nm · 2021
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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 is the clear winner for heavy multitasking and professional workloads, while the Core i7-11700F is a more sensible choice for everyday gaming and light productivity.
For budget-minded buyers, the Core i7-11700F offers solid performance for typical tasks without the high cost of the Threadripper's extreme core count.
The Core i7-11700F is the right pick if you're building a simple gaming PC and don't need the Threadripper's massive multi-core capability for niche professional work.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i7-11700F 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 12 out of 100), so it leads the Core i7-11700F in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X than the Core i7-11700F?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is roughly 617% faster than the Core i7-11700F overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i7-11700F or the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X. If the Core i7-11700F 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.