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Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core i7-14700T

2024

Why buy it

✅+125.8% higher Geekbench single-core performance for gaming and desktop responsiveness.
✅Costs $1,415 less on MSRP ($384 MSRP vs $1,799 MSRP).
✅Delivers 363.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 82.3 vs 17.8 PassMark/$ ($384 MSRP vs $1,799 MSRP).
✅Draws 35W instead of 250W, a 215W reduction.
✅Newer platform on LGA1700 with DDR5 support instead of TR4 and DDR4.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (33 MB vs 64 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX, which brings 32 cores / 64 threads and 64 PCIe lanes.

Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX

2018

Why buy it

✅+93.9% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 33 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 32 cores / 64 threads, plus 64 PCIe lanes vs 20.
✅220% more PCIe lanes (64 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Lower Geekbench single-core performance for gaming (1,206 vs 2,723).
❌Lower Geekbench multi-core (7,612 vs 18,390).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 17.8 vs 82.3 PassMark/$ ($1,799 MSRP vs $384 MSRP).
❌614.3% higher power demand at 250W vs 35W.
❌Older platform position on TR4 with DDR4, while Core i7-14700T moves to LGA1700 and DDR5.

Core i7-14700T

2024

Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX

2018

Why buy it

✅+125.8% higher Geekbench single-core performance for gaming and desktop responsiveness.
✅Costs $1,415 less on MSRP ($384 MSRP vs $1,799 MSRP).
✅Delivers 363.5% more PassMark for each dollar spent, at 82.3 vs 17.8 PassMark/$ ($384 MSRP vs $1,799 MSRP).
✅Draws 35W instead of 250W, a 215W reduction.
✅Newer platform on LGA1700 with DDR5 support instead of TR4 and DDR4.

Why buy it

✅+93.9% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 33 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 32 cores / 64 threads, plus 64 PCIe lanes vs 20.
✅220% more PCIe lanes (64 vs 20) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (33 MB vs 64 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX, which brings 32 cores / 64 threads and 64 PCIe lanes.

Trade-offs

❌Lower Geekbench single-core performance for gaming (1,206 vs 2,723).
❌Lower Geekbench multi-core (7,612 vs 18,390).
❌Lower PassMark per dollar, at 17.8 vs 82.3 PassMark/$ ($1,799 MSRP vs $384 MSRP).
❌614.3% higher power demand at 250W vs 35W.
❌Older platform position on TR4 with DDR4, while Core i7-14700T moves to LGA1700 and DDR5.

Quick Answers

So, is Core i7-14700T better than Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX?

Not in a simple one-size-fits-all way. Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while Core i7-14700T is the better mainstream desktop choice for gaming, platform cost, and day-to-day practicality.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i7-14700T is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 2.0% more average FPS across 2 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i7-14700T is the better fit. You are getting 141.6% better Geekbench multi-core, backed by 20 cores and 28 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core i7-14700T is the smarter buy today. Core i7-14700T is $1,415 cheaper on MSRP at $384 MSRP versus $1,799 MSRP, and it gives you a 2.0% average FPS lead across 2 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 363.5% better value on MSRP (82.3 vs 17.8 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Core i7-14700T is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2024 vs 2018), a healthier platform with LGA1700 and DDR5 instead of TR4, and more multi-core headroom with 20 cores / 28 threads instead of 32/64. That should give you a better long-term upgrade path for motherboard, RAM, and future CPU swaps.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Core i7-14700T Benchmark Check

Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core i7-14700T	Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
1080p
low	315 FPS	198 FPS
medium	306 FPS	177 FPS
high	243 FPS	143 FPS
ultra	204 FPS	115 FPS
1440p
low	272 FPS	160 FPS
medium	235 FPS	134 FPS
high	175 FPS	104 FPS
ultra	153 FPS	85 FPS
4K
low	186 FPS	73 FPS
medium	160 FPS	64 FPS
high	119 FPS	50 FPS
ultra	107 FPS	41 FPS

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Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core i7-14700T	Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
1080p
low	344 FPS	536 FPS
medium	294 FPS	483 FPS
high	247 FPS	404 FPS
ultra	225 FPS	354 FPS
1440p
low	299 FPS	473 FPS
medium	265 FPS	424 FPS
high	224 FPS	360 FPS
ultra	193 FPS	299 FPS
4K
low	177 FPS	295 FPS
medium	160 FPS	265 FPS
high	152 FPS	242 FPS
ultra	133 FPS	213 FPS

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Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core i7-14700T	Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
1080p
low	646 FPS	768 FPS
medium	528 FPS	640 FPS
high	465 FPS	577 FPS
ultra	403 FPS	504 FPS
1440p
low	588 FPS	640 FPS
medium	488 FPS	533 FPS
high	424 FPS	465 FPS
ultra	368 FPS	408 FPS
4K
low	431 FPS	469 FPS
medium	371 FPS	377 FPS
high	336 FPS	336 FPS
ultra	288 FPS	280 FPS

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League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core i7-14700T	Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
1080p
low	790 FPS	799 FPS
medium	790 FPS	799 FPS
high	717 FPS	704 FPS
ultra	644 FPS	616 FPS
1440p
low	772 FPS	728 FPS
medium	688 FPS	644 FPS
high	592 FPS	549 FPS
ultra	522 FPS	474 FPS
4K
low	545 FPS	522 FPS
medium	494 FPS	473 FPS
high	440 FPS	419 FPS
ultra	384 FPS	362 FPS

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Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-14700T and Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX

Core i7-14700T

The Core i7-14700T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 20 cores and 28 threads. Base frequency is 1.3 GHz, with boost up to 5.2 GHz. L3 cache: 33 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 31,604 points. Launch price was $384.

Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX

The Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 13 August 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Zen+ (2018−2019) architecture. It features 32 cores and 64 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 12 nm process technology. Socket: TR4. Thermal design power (TDP): 250 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Quad-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 31,945 points. Launch price was $1,799.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-14700T packs 20 cores / 28 threads, while the Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX offers 32 cores / 64 threads — the Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.2 GHz on the Core i7-14700T versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX — a 21.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-14700T (base: 1.3 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core i7-14700T uses the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX uses Zen+ (2018−2019) (12 nm). In PassMark, the Core i7-14700T scores 31,604 against the Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX's 31,945 — a 1.1% lead for the Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,723 vs 1,206, a 77.2% lead for the Core i7-14700T that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 18,390 vs 7,612 (82.9% advantage for the Core i7-14700T). L3 cache: 33 MB (total) on the Core i7-14700T vs 64 MB on the Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX.

Feature	Core i7-14700T	Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
Cores / Threads	20 / 28	32 / 64+60%
Boost Clock	5.2 GHz+24%	4.2 GHz
Base Clock	1.3 GHz	3 GHz+131%
L3 Cache	33 MB (total)	64 MB+94%
L2 Cache	2 MB (per core)+300%	512K (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm-42%	12 nm
Architecture	Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025)	Zen+ (2018−2019)
PassMark	31,604	31,945+1%
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	33,213
Geekbench 6 Single	2,723+126%	1,206
Geekbench 6 Multi	18,390+142%	7,612

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-14700T uses the LGA1700 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX uses TR4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5600 on the Core i7-14700T versus DDR4-2933 on the Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX — the Core i7-14700T supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 192 GB — 165.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core i7-14700T) vs 4 (Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX). PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i7-14700T) vs 64 (Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX) — the Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX offers 44 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z790,B760,H770,Z690,B660,H610 (Core i7-14700T) and X399 (Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX).

Feature	Core i7-14700T	Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
Socket	LGA1700	TR4
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-5600+25%	DDR4-2933
Max RAM Capacity	192 GB	2048 GB+967%
RAM Channels	2	4+100%
ECC Support	Yes	No
PCIe Lanes	20	64+220%

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Advanced Features

Only the Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i7-14700T) vs AMD-V (Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX). The Core i7-14700T includes integrated graphics (UHD 770), while the Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-14700T targets Productivity, Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX targets Extreme Content Creation. Direct competitor: Core i7-14700T rivals Ryzen 7 7700; Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX rivals Core i9-9980XE.

Feature	Core i7-14700T	Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	UHD 770	—
Unlocked	No	Yes
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, EPT	AMD-V
Target Use	Productivity	Extreme Content Creation

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Value Analysis

The Core i7-14700T launched at $384 MSRP, while the Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX debuted at $1799. On MSRP ($384 vs $1799), the Core i7-14700T is $1415 cheaper. In terms of value on MSRP (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i7-14700T delivers 82.3 pts/$ vs 17.8 pts/$ for the Ryzen Threadripper 2990WX — making the Core i7-14700T the 129% better value option.