Core Ultra 5 225TvsRyzen Threadripper 9980X
The Core Ultra 5 225T is a modest, efficient desktop chip for everyday computing, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is a massive workstation processor built for heavy multitasking and content creation.
Core Ultra 5 225T
Arrow Lake-S · 3 nm · 2025
As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.
Ryzen Threadripper 9980X
Shimada Peak · 4 nm · 2025
As an Amazon Associate we may earn from qualifying purchases.
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 high-end workstation users needing extreme multi-core performance.
For budget buyers, the Core Ultra 5 225T is the smarter pick due to far lower power draw and cost.
The Core Ultra 5 225T is the right choice for a basic office PC where minimal heat and noise matter more than raw speed.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core Ultra 5 225T 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 15 out of 100), so it leads the Core Ultra 5 225T in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X than the Core Ultra 5 225T?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is roughly 473% faster than the Core Ultra 5 225T overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core Ultra 5 225T or the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X. If the Core Ultra 5 225T 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.