Ryzen 3 PRO 2200GvsRyzen Threadripper 9980X
The Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G is a budget-friendly entry-level chip with built-in graphics for everyday office work and light computing, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is a top-tier workstation monster built for massive multi-threaded workloads like 3D rendering and video production.
Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G
Zen · 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 Threadripper 9980X wins overwhelmingly for heavy workloads, leaving the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G far behind.
For budget buyers, the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G is the smarter pick for basic computing without extra cost.
Choose the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G when you need a low-power chip for a simple office PC or home server.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ryzen 3 PRO 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 PRO 2200G in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X than the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is roughly 2050% faster than the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Ryzen 3 PRO 2200G or the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X. If the Ryzen 3 PRO 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.