Escape From Tarkov
1440p@165Hz·42:30 played
CalebHoelscher·11h ago
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32 GB
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Core i9-10980XE vs Core Ultra 7 270K Plus
The Core i9-10980XE is quite a bit slower than the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus on average across 100+ games and it's also a much worse value for money, as it's $420.01 more expensive!
Core i9-10980XE35% Score
- Up to 260% more expensive – $740.00 vs $319.99
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus76% Score
- Up to 76% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 6 years and 6 months newer
- Up to 260% cheaper – $319.99 vs $740.00
- Up to 533% 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 11.25 MB more L3 cache.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has a 23% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus boosts 15% higher.
Pricehelp
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is $420.01 cheaper.
LGA2066
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LGA1851Cascade Lake-X
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Arrow Lake RefreshDesktop
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DesktopNo Integrated Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU2933 MHz (DDR4)
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7200 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i9-10980XE or Core Ultra 7 270K Plus?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus. It's 117% faster than the Core i9-10980XE on average across 100+ games, scoring 76/100 vs 35/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 7 270K Plus than Core i9-10980XE?expand_more
117% 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 i9-10980XE 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 76/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i9-10980XE and Core Ultra 7 270K Plus?expand_more
Performance: Core i9-10980XE scores 35/100, Core Ultra 7 270K Plus scores 76/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i9-10980XE 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 i9-10980XE or Core Ultra 7 270K Plus?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is the stronger pick at 76/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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