Core 3 100U vs Core Ultra 9 285
The Core 3 100U is slightly slower than the Core Ultra 9 285 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
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 9 285 has a 108% higher base clock.
Intel BGA 1744
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LGA1851Raptor Lake-U
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Arrow Lake-SMobile
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DesktopUHD Graphics 64EU Mobile
Integrated GPUhelp
Arc Graphics 4 Xe LPG3200 MHz (DDR4), 5200 MHz (DDR5)
RAMhelp
6400 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core 3 100U or Core Ultra 9 285?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285. It's 210% faster than the Core 3 100U on average across 100+ games, scoring 62/100 vs 20/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 9 285 than Core 3 100U?expand_more
210% 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 3 100U or Core Ultra 9 285?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 9 285 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 62/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core 3 100U and Core Ultra 9 285?expand_more
Performance: Core 3 100U scores 20/100, Core Ultra 9 285 scores 62/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core 3 100U or Core Ultra 9 285 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 3 100U or Core Ultra 9 285?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285 is the stronger pick at 62/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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