Core i9-14900KSvsRyzen Threadripper 9980X
The Intel Core i9-14900KS is a high-end desktop chip for gamers and enthusiasts who want the fastest single-core response, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is a workstation monster built for creators and professionals running massive multi-threaded workloads.
Core i9-14900KS
Raptor Lake-R · Intel 7 nm · 2024
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Ryzen Threadripper 9980X
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 9980X wins overall for extreme multi-threaded workloads, while the Core i9-14900KS is the top pick for high-frequency single-thread tasks.
For budget/value buyers, the Core i9-14900KS offers strong performance in everyday and gaming tasks at a lower cost.
Choose the Core i9-14900KS if you build a high-end gaming PC and rarely need the massive parallel processing of the Threadripper.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i9-14900KS 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 36 out of 100), so it leads the Core i9-14900KS in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X than the Core i9-14900KS?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is roughly 139% faster than the Core i9-14900KS overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i9-14900KS or the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X. If the Core i9-14900KS 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.