Core i7-13700TvsRyzen Threadripper 9980X
The Core i7-13700T is a low-power desktop chip for compact, quiet PCs, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is a workstation monster for heavy multi-threaded tasks like 3D rendering.
Core i7-13700T
Raptor Lake-S · Intel 7 nm · 2023
As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.
Ryzen Threadripper 9980X
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 9980X wins overall with far more cores and faster performance for heavy workloads, leaving the Core i7-13700T for light-duty tasks.
For budget/value buyers, the Core i7-13700T is the smarter pick due to much lower power use and adequate speed for everyday computing.
The Core i7-13700T is the right choice for a quiet, energy-efficient home server that never needs to render or compile.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i7-13700T 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 17 out of 100), so it leads the Core i7-13700T in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X than the Core i7-13700T?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is roughly 406% faster than the Core i7-13700T overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i7-13700T or the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X. If the Core i7-13700T 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.