Core i9-7920XvsRyzen Threadripper 7970X
The Core i9-7920X is a 12-core server-derived chip for older workstation builds, while the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is a modern 32-core monster aimed at heavy multi-threaded tasks.
Core i9-7920X
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 for raw multi-core muscle and modern features, leaving the aging Core i9-7920X far behind.
For budget buyers, the Core i9-7920X is the smarter pick if you find it cheap used, but the Threadripper 7970X offers far more performance per dollar new.
The Core i9-7920X is the right choice if you need a cheap, older workstation CPU for light tasks and already own an LGA2066 motherboard.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i9-7920X 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 14 out of 100), so it leads the Core i9-7920X in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X than the Core i9-7920X?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is roughly 329% faster than the Core i9-7920X overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i9-7920X or the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X. If the Core i9-7920X 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.