Core i9-9940XvsRyzen Threadripper 7970X
The Core i9-9940X is a high-core-count server CPU for enthusiasts who need solid multi-threaded work on a budget, while the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is a heavy-duty workstation monster for professionals who demand the absolute highest multi-threaded performance.
Core i9-9940X
Skylake (server) · 14 nm · 2018
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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 with far more cores and faster clock speeds for heavy workloads.
For budget buyers, the Core i9-9940X is a smarter pick if you already own an LGA2066 platform.
The Core i9-9940X is the right choice when you need a capable older workstation CPU without upgrading your motherboard and memory.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core i9-9940X 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 17 out of 100), so it leads the Core i9-9940X in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X than the Core i9-9940X?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is roughly 253% faster than the Core i9-9940X overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core i9-9940X or the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X. If the Core i9-9940X 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.