Core i9-9900KSvsRyzen Threadripper 7970X
The Core i9-9900KS is a high-clock 8-core desktop CPU for gamers who want raw speed, while the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is a 32-core workstation monster for creators who need heavy multitasking.
Core i9-9900KS
Coffee Lake-R · 14 nm · 2019
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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 dominates the Core i9-9900KS for heavy workloads, winning on core count and speed.
The Core i9-9900KS offers a cheaper, lower-power path for older CPU upgrades.
Choose the Core i9-9900KS when building a compact, low-cost system for light gaming or office tasks.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i9-9900KS 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 12 out of 100), so it leads the Core i9-9900KS in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X than the Core i9-9900KS?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is roughly 400% faster than the Core i9-9900KS overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i9-9900KS or the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X. If the Core i9-9900KS 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.