Escape From Tarkov
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Ryzen Threadripper 1950X vs Core i9-9980XE
The Ryzen Threadripper 1950X is slightly slower than the Core i9-9980XE on average across 100+ games and it's also a worse value for money, as it's $185.00 more expensive!
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X26% Score
- Up to 98% cheaper – $850.00 vs $665.00
- Up to 71% better value for money
Core i9-9980XE33% Score
- Up to 16% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 1 year and 3 months newer
- Up to 98% more expensive – $665.00 vs $850.00
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 1950X has 7.25 MB more L3 cache.
Base Frequencyhelp
Ryzen Threadripper 1950X has a 13% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core i9-9980XE boosts 13% higher.
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Sockethelp
LGA2066Zen
Codenamehelp
Skylake-XDesktop
Segmenthelp
DesktopNo Integrated Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics2666 MHz (DDR4)
RAMhelp
2666 MHz (DDR4)Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen Threadripper 1950X or Core i9-9980XE?expand_more
The Core i9-9980XE. It's 27% faster than the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X on average across 100+ games, scoring 33/100 vs 26/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core i9-9980XE than Ryzen Threadripper 1950X?expand_more
27% 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 Threadripper 1950X or Core i9-9980XE?expand_more
The Core i9-9980XE is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core i9-9980XE worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 33/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen Threadripper 1950X and Core i9-9980XE?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen Threadripper 1950X scores 26/100, Core i9-9980XE scores 33/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen Threadripper 1950X or Core i9-9980XE 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 Threadripper 1950X or Core i9-9980XE?expand_more
The Core i9-9980XE is the stronger pick at 33/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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