Athlon II X2 240 vs Ryzen Threadripper 9980X
The Athlon II X2 240 is slower than the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
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Ryzen Threadripper 9980X ranks 16 points higher.
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Ryzen Threadripper 9980X has 126 more threads.
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Ryzen Threadripper 9980X has a 14% higher base clock.
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6400 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
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OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Athlon II X2 240 or Ryzen Threadripper 9980X?expand_more
The Ryzen Threadripper 9980X. It's 33% faster than the Athlon II X2 240 on average across 100+ games, scoring 65/100 vs 49/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen Threadripper 9980X than Athlon II X2 240?expand_more
33% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Athlon II X2 240 or Ryzen Threadripper 9980X?expand_more
The Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen Threadripper 9980X worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 65/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Athlon II X2 240 and Ryzen Threadripper 9980X?expand_more
Performance: Athlon II X2 240 scores 49/100, Ryzen Threadripper 9980X scores 65/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Athlon II X2 240 or Ryzen Threadripper 9980X bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Athlon II X2 240 or Ryzen Threadripper 9980X?expand_more
The Ryzen Threadripper 9980X is the stronger pick at 65/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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