Core i9-12900EvsRyzen Threadripper 7980X
The Core i9-12900E is a low-power, efficient desktop chip for compact or office builds, while the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X is a monster workstation processor for heavy rendering and multi-tasking pros.
Core i9-12900E
Alder Lake-S · 10 nm · 2022
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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 heavy multi-core workloads, while the Core i9-12900E is better suited for efficient, low-power builds.
For budget/value buyers, the Core i9-12900E offers a smarter pick with much lower power draw and adequate performance for everyday tasks.
Choose the Core i9-12900E if you build a compact office PC where low heat output and quiet operation matter more than raw multi-core speed.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i9-12900E 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 17 out of 100), so it leads the Core i9-12900E in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X than the Core i9-12900E?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X is roughly 382% faster than the Core i9-12900E overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i9-12900E or the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X. If the Core i9-12900E 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.