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Ryzen 7 9800X3D vs Ryzen Threadripper 3970X
The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is much faster than the Ryzen Threadripper 3970X on average across 100+ games and it's also a much better value for money, as it's $1,210.10 cheaper!
Ryzen 7 9800X3D95% Score
- Up to 99% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 5 years newer
- Up to 317% cheaper – $589.90 vs $1,800.00
- Up to 729% better value for money
Ryzen Threadripper 3970X40% Score
- Up to 317% more expensive – $1,800.00 vs $589.90
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 3970X has 32 MB more L3 cache.
Base Frequencyhelp
Ryzen 7 9800X3D has a 27% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Ryzen 7 9800X3D boosts 16% higher.
Pricehelp
Ryzen 7 9800X3D is $1,210.10 cheaper.
AM5
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TRX4Granite Ridge
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Castle PeakDesktop
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DesktopRadeon Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics5600 MHz (DDR5)
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3200 MHz (DDR4)Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen 7 9800X3D or Ryzen Threadripper 3970X?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 9800X3D. It's 138% faster than the Ryzen Threadripper 3970X on average across 100+ games, scoring 95/100 vs 40/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 7 9800X3D than Ryzen Threadripper 3970X?expand_more
138% 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, Ryzen 7 9800X3D or Ryzen Threadripper 3970X?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 7 9800X3D worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 95/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen 7 9800X3D and Ryzen Threadripper 3970X?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen 7 9800X3D scores 95/100, Ryzen Threadripper 3970X scores 40/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen 7 9800X3D or Ryzen Threadripper 3970X 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 Ryzen 7 9800X3D or Ryzen Threadripper 3970X?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 9800X3D is the stronger pick at 95/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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