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Core Ultra 7 265KF vs Ryzen 7 9800X3D
The Core Ultra 7 265KF is slower than the Ryzen 7 9800X3D on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much better value for money, as it's $310.98 cheaper!
Core Ultra 7 265KF71% Score
- Up to 26% cheaper – $278.99 vs $589.97
Ryzen 7 9800X3D95% Score
- Up to 26% faster on average across 100+ games
- Up to 26% more expensive – $589.97 vs $278.99
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.
Base Frequencyhelp
Ryzen 7 9800X3D has a 21% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 7 265KF boosts 6% higher.
LGA1851
Sockethelp
AM5Arrow Lake-S
Codenamehelp
Granite RidgeDesktop
Segmenthelp
DesktopNo Integrated Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
Radeon Graphics6400 MHz (DDR5)
RAMhelp
5600 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 7 265KF or Ryzen 7 9800X3D?expand_more
The Ryzen 7 9800X3D. It's 34% faster than the Core Ultra 7 265KF on average across 100+ games, scoring 95/100 vs 71/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 7 9800X3D than Core Ultra 7 265KF?expand_more
34% 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 Ultra 7 265KF or Ryzen 7 9800X3D?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 Core Ultra 7 265KF and Ryzen 7 9800X3D?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 7 265KF scores 71/100, Ryzen 7 9800X3D scores 95/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core Ultra 7 265KF or Ryzen 7 9800X3D 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 Ultra 7 265KF or Ryzen 7 9800X3D?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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