Core i7-7820XvsRyzen Threadripper 7970X
The Core i7-7820X is an older 8-core server-style chip for builders on a budget, while the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is a modern 32-core workstation monster for heavy multitasking.
Core i7-7820X
Skylake (server) · 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 wins overall, offering far more cores and faster speeds for demanding tasks.
For budget buyers, the Core i7-7820X is the smarter pick as it uses less power and costs less for basic computing.
The Core i7-7820X is the right choice for a light office PC where the Threadripper's extra power is unnecessary.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i7-7820X 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 10 out of 100), so it leads the Core i7-7820X in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X than the Core i7-7820X?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is roughly 500% faster than the Core i7-7820X overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i7-7820X or the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X. If the Core i7-7820X 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.