Escape From Tarkov
1280x720@180Hz·10:27 played
RodrigoCaetano·2h ago
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Core i7-8086K vs Core Ultra 7 270K Plus
The Core i7-8086K is quite a bit slower than the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus77% Score
- Up to 70% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 7 years and 11 months newer
- Up to 42% cheaper – $319.99 vs $425
- Up to 141% better value for money
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.
L3 Cachehelp
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has 24 MB more L3 cache.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core i7-8086K has a 8% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus boosts 10% higher.
LGA1151
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LGA1851Coffee Lake
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Arrow Lake RefreshDesktop
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DesktopUHD Graphics 630
Integrated GPUhelp
Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU2666 MHz (DDR4)
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7200 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i7-8086K or Core Ultra 7 270K Plus?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus. It's 108% faster than the Core i7-8086K on average across 100+ games, scoring 77/100 vs 37/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 7 270K Plus than Core i7-8086K?expand_more
108% 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 i7-8086K or Core Ultra 7 270K Plus?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 77/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i7-8086K and Core Ultra 7 270K Plus?expand_more
Performance: Core i7-8086K scores 37/100, Core Ultra 7 270K Plus scores 77/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i7-8086K or Core Ultra 7 270K Plus 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 i7-8086K or Core Ultra 7 270K Plus?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is the stronger pick at 77/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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