Ryzen 3 2200GvsRyzen Threadripper 9980X
The Ryzen 3 2200G is a budget-friendly entry-level chip with built-in graphics for everyday computing and light gaming, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is a massive workstation processor aimed at professionals handling heavy rendering and multitasking.
Ryzen 3 2200G
Raven Ridge · 14 nm · 2018
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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 with vastly more processing power for heavy tasks, but the Ryzen 3 2200G is a fine choice for basic computing.
For budget buyers, the Ryzen 3 2200G offers a better value for everyday tasks with its lower power draw and integrated graphics.
The Ryzen 3 2200G is the right choice for a simple home office PC where you need quiet operation and don't require extreme multi-core performance.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ryzen 3 2200G 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 4 out of 100), so it leads the Ryzen 3 2200G in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X than the Ryzen 3 2200G?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is roughly 2050% faster than the Ryzen 3 2200G overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Ryzen 3 2200G or the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X. If the Ryzen 3 2200G 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.