Ryzen 3 3200GvsRyzen Threadripper 7970X
The Ryzen 3 3200G is an entry-level APU for budget office PCs and light gaming, while the Threadripper 7970X is a workstation monster for pro video editors and 3D artists.
Ryzen 3 3200G
Picasso · 12 nm · 2019
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Ryzen Threadripper 7970X
Storm Peak · 5 nm · 2023
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Overall Performance Score
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Side-by-Side Specs
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Which should you buy?
The Threadripper 7970X is the clear winner overall for anyone needing extreme multi-core muscle, leaving the Ryzen 3 3200G far behind.
The Ryzen 3 3200G offers better value for budget builders who need basic computing and integrated graphics without extra cost.
The Ryzen 3 3200G is the right choice for a low-cost home office PC where its integrated graphics save money and the 7970X would be wasteful overkill.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ryzen 3 3200G 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 3200G in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X than the Ryzen 3 3200G?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X is roughly 1400% faster than the Ryzen 3 3200G overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Ryzen 3 3200G or the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 7970X. If the Ryzen 3 3200G 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.