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Core i5-9500 vs Ryzen Threadripper 3960X
The Core i5-9500 is slightly slower than the Ryzen Threadripper 3960X on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
Core i5-950029% Score
Ryzen Threadripper 3960X36% Score
- Up to 13% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 1 year and 1 month newer
- Available for $1399
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.
L3 Cachehelp
Ryzen Threadripper 3960X has 119 MB more L3 cache.
Base Frequencyhelp
Ryzen Threadripper 3960X has a 27% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Ryzen Threadripper 3960X boosts 5% higher.
LGA1151
Sockethelp
TRX4Coffee Lake
Codenamehelp
Castle PeakDesktop
Segmenthelp
DesktopUHD 630
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics2666 MHz (DDR4)
RAMhelp
3200 MHz (DDR4)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i5-9500 or Ryzen Threadripper 3960X?expand_more
The Ryzen Threadripper 3960X. It's 24% faster than the Core i5-9500 on average across 100+ games, scoring 36/100 vs 29/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen Threadripper 3960X than Core i5-9500?expand_more
24% 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, Core i5-9500 or Ryzen Threadripper 3960X?expand_more
The Ryzen Threadripper 3960X is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen Threadripper 3960X worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 36/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i5-9500 and Ryzen Threadripper 3960X?expand_more
Performance: Core i5-9500 scores 29/100, Ryzen Threadripper 3960X scores 36/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i5-9500 or Ryzen Threadripper 3960X 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 Core i5-9500 or Ryzen Threadripper 3960X?expand_more
The Ryzen Threadripper 3960X is the stronger pick at 36/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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