Ryzen 7 3800XvsRyzen Threadripper 9980X
The Ryzen 7 3800X is an 8-core mainstream chip for gamers and general builders, while the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is a 64-core workstation monster for heavy multi-threaded tasks.
Ryzen 7 3800X
Matisse · 7 nm · 2019
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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
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Which should you buy?
The Ryzen Threadripper 9980X wins decisively for multi-threaded workloads, while the Ryzen 7 3800X is a more practical choice for mainstream tasks.
The Ryzen 7 3800X offers better value for typical desktop uses, as the Threadripper 9980X is overkill for most users.
The Ryzen 7 3800X is the right choice for a gaming or general-purpose PC where extreme multi-core power isn't needed.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ryzen 7 3800X 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 14 out of 100), so it leads the Ryzen 7 3800X in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X than the Ryzen 7 3800X?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is roughly 514% faster than the Ryzen 7 3800X overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Ryzen 7 3800X or the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X. If the Ryzen 7 3800X 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.