Core i7-8700BvsRyzen Threadripper 7980X
The Core i7-8700B is a compact, efficient CPU for small-form-factor workstations or all-in-one desktops, while the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X is a monster workstation processor for heavy rendering and multi-threaded tasks.
Core i7-8700B
Coffee Lake · 14 nm · 2018
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Ryzen Threadripper 7980X
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 7980X wins overall for anyone needing extreme multi-threaded performance, leaving the Core i7-8700B far behind for heavy workloads.
For budget-minded buyers, the Core i7-8700B is the smarter pick if you only need basic desktop speed and low power use.
The Core i7-8700B is the right choice for a compact, low-power office PC where the Threadripper's size, heat, and cost are wasted.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i7-8700B better than the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X?
Overall the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X is the stronger processor: it ranks higher in our aggregate performance score (82 vs 7 out of 100), so it leads the Core i7-8700B in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X than the Core i7-8700B?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X is roughly 1071% faster than the Core i7-8700B overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i7-8700B or the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X. If the Core i7-8700B 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.