Core i7-980X vs Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE
Core i7-980X
Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The Core i7-980X is positioned at rank #1052 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-980X
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i7-980X | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ More affordable ($70) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Gulftown (2010−2011) / 32 nm) | ✨ Modern (Picasso (2019−2022) / 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i7-980X | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+114%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($150) | ✅ More affordable ($70) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-980X and Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE
Core i7-980X
The Core i7-980X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Gulftown (2010−2011) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.33 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1366. Thermal design power (TDP): 130 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 6,817 points. Launch price was $959.
Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE
The Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 30 September 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Picasso (2019−2022) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 4 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2933. Passmark benchmark score: 6,813 points. Launch price was $149.
Processing Power
The Core i7-980X packs 6 cores / 12 threads, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Core i7-980X has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Core i7-980X versus 4 GHz on the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE — a 10.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE (base: 3.33 GHz vs 3.3 GHz). The Core i7-980X uses the Gulftown (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE uses Picasso (2019−2022) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-980X scores 6,817 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE's 6,813 — a 0.1% lead for the Core i7-980X. L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-980X vs 4 MB (total) on the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE.
| Feature | Core i7-980X | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 6 / 12+50% | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.6 GHz | 4 GHz+11% |
| Base Clock | 3.33 GHz | 3.3 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+200% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256 kB (per core) | 512 kB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 32 nm | 12 nm-63% |
| Architecture | Gulftown (2010−2011) | Picasso (2019−2022) |
| PassMark | 6,817 | 6,813 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i7-980X uses the LGA1366 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i7-980X | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1366 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 2.0 | PCIe 3.0+50% |
Value Analysis
The Core i7-980X launched at $999 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE debuted at $99. At current prices ($150 vs $70), the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE is $80 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-980X delivers 45.4 pts/$ vs 97.3 pts/$ for the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE — making the Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE the 72.7% better value option.
| Feature | Core i7-980X | Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $999 | $99-90% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $150 | $70-53% |
| Performance per Dollar | 45.4 | 97.3+114% |
| Release Date | 2010 | 2019 |
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