Ryzen 3 2200GEvsRyzen Threadripper 7970X
The Ryzen 3 2200GE is an ultra-efficient entry-level processor for basic office work and light media use, while the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is a high-core workstation chip for heavy rendering and multi-tasking.
Ryzen 3 2200GE
Raven Ridge · 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
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Which should you buy?
The Ryzen Threadripper 7970X wins for heavy workloads, but the Ryzen 3 2200GE is the better pick for ultra-low-power builds.
For budget buyers, the Ryzen 3 2200GE offers a more affordable entry with much lower power draw and adequate speed for basic tasks.
The Ryzen 3 2200GE is the right choice when building a tiny, quiet office PC that needs minimal heat and energy.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ryzen 3 2200GE 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 4 out of 100), so it leads the Ryzen 3 2200GE in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X than the Ryzen 3 2200GE?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is roughly 1400% faster than the Ryzen 3 2200GE overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Ryzen 3 2200GE or the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X. If the Ryzen 3 2200GE 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.