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Core i9-13980HX vs Core Ultra 5 225
The Core i9-13980HX is slightly faster than the Core Ultra 5 225 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
- Up to 1% faster on average across 100+ games
- Up to 172% more expensive – $668 vs $178.55
Core Ultra 5 22565% Score
- Is 2 years newer
- Up to 172% cheaper – $178.55 vs $668
- Up to 169% 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.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 5 225 has a 50% higher base clock.
Intel BGA 1964
Sockethelp
LGA1851Raptor Lake-HX
Codenamehelp
Arrow Lake-SMobile
Segmenthelp
DesktopUHD Graphics 770
Integrated GPUhelp
Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU3200 MHz (DDR4), 5600 MHz (DDR5)
RAMhelp
6400 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i9-13980HX or Core Ultra 5 225?expand_more
The Core i9-13980HX. It's 12% faster than the Core Ultra 5 225 on average across 100+ games, scoring 73/100 vs 65/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core i9-13980HX than Core Ultra 5 225?expand_more
12% 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 i9-13980HX or Core Ultra 5 225?expand_more
The Core i9-13980HX is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core i9-13980HX worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 73/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i9-13980HX and Core Ultra 5 225?expand_more
Performance: Core i9-13980HX scores 73/100, Core Ultra 5 225 scores 65/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i9-13980HX or Core Ultra 5 225 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 i9-13980HX or Core Ultra 5 225?expand_more
The Core i9-13980HX is the stronger pick at 73/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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