Core 2 Extreme X7900 vs Core Ultra 5 245K
The Core 2 Extreme X7900 is slightly slower than the Core Ultra 5 245K on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
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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
Core Ultra 5 245K has a 50% higher base clock.
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LGA1851Merom XE
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Arrow Lake-SMobile
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DesktopNo Integrated Graphics
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Arc Graphics 4 Xe LPGDDR2 Depends on motherboard
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6400 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
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OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core 2 Extreme X7900 or Core Ultra 5 245K?expand_more
The Core Ultra 5 245K. It's 233% faster than the Core 2 Extreme X7900 on average across 100+ games, scoring 60/100 vs 18/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 5 245K than Core 2 Extreme X7900?expand_more
233% 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 2 Extreme X7900 or Core Ultra 5 245K?expand_more
The Core Ultra 5 245K is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 5 245K worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 60/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core 2 Extreme X7900 and Core Ultra 5 245K?expand_more
Performance: Core 2 Extreme X7900 scores 18/100, Core Ultra 5 245K scores 60/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core 2 Extreme X7900 or Core Ultra 5 245K 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 2 Extreme X7900 or Core Ultra 5 245K?expand_more
The Core Ultra 5 245K is the stronger pick at 60/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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