Core i7-9800XvsRyzen Threadripper 9960X
The Core i7-9800X is an older, lower-core-count desktop CPU for anyone who just needs basic workstation performance, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X is a modern high-core-count monster built for heavy multitasking and professional workloads.
Core i7-9800X
Skylake (server) · 14 nm · 2018
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Ryzen Threadripper 9960X
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 9960X wins decisively with far more cores and faster boost speeds for heavy workloads.
For budget-minded buyers, the Core i7-9800X is the smarter pick if you only need basic multi-threading.
Choose the Core i7-9800X when building a modest workstation that won't stress high-power cooling or power supplies.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i7-9800X better than the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X?
Overall the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X is the stronger processor: it ranks higher in our aggregate performance score (56 vs 11 out of 100), so it leads the Core i7-9800X in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X than the Core i7-9800X?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X is roughly 409% faster than the Core i7-9800X overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i7-9800X or the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X. If the Core i7-9800X 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.