Core 5 330 vs Core Ultra 7 265
The Core 5 330 is slightly slower than the Core Ultra 7 265 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 7 265 has a 60% higher base clock.
Intel BGA 1516
Sockethelp
LGA1851Wildcat Lake
Codenamehelp
Arrow Lake-SMobile
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DesktopIntel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe)
Integrated GPUhelp
Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 32EU6400 MHz (DDR5), 7467 MHz (LPDDR5X)
RAMhelp
6400 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core 5 330 or Core Ultra 7 265?expand_more
Neither, they're within 1% of each other across 100+ games. Pick based on price, availability, or platform compatibility.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core 5 330 or Core Ultra 7 265?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 265 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 7 265 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 66/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core 5 330 and Core Ultra 7 265?expand_more
Performance: Core 5 330 scores 66/100, Core Ultra 7 265 scores 66/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core 5 330 or Core Ultra 7 265 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 5 330 or Core Ultra 7 265?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 265 is the stronger pick at 66/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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