Ryzen Embedded R2514vsRyzen Threadripper 7980X
The Ryzen Embedded R2514 is a low-power, compact chip for industrial systems and always-on appliances, while the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X is a high-core-count workstation monster for rendering and heavy multitasking.
Ryzen Embedded R2514
Picasso · 12 nm · 2022
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Ryzen Threadripper 7980X
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 7980X is the clear winner for any task that demands extreme multi-core performance, while the Ryzen Embedded R2514 is a low-power part for very specific use cases.
For budget buyers needing raw performance, the Threadripper 7980X offers vastly more processing ability; the Embedded R2514 is only a value pick in ultra-low-power systems.
The Ryzen Embedded R2514 is the right choice for a fanless, compact industrial controller where minimal heat and power draw matter far more than speed.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ryzen Embedded R2514 better than the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X?
Overall the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X is the stronger processor: it ranks higher in our aggregate performance score (82 vs 4 out of 100), so it leads the Ryzen Embedded R2514 in most workloads.
How much faster is the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X than the Ryzen Embedded R2514?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X is roughly 1950% faster than the Ryzen Embedded R2514 overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Ryzen Embedded R2514 or the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X?
If you want the most performance, pick the Ryzen Threadripper 7980X. If the Ryzen Embedded R2514 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.