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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core Ultra 5 225 vs Ryzen 9 8945HS

The Core Ultra 5 225 is slightly faster than the Ryzen 9 8945HS on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

  • Up to 9% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 1 year and 1 month newer
  • Available for $178.55

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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Similar overall gaming performance.

Coreshelp

Core Ultra 5 225 has 2 more cores.

Threadshelp

Ryzen 9 8945HS has 6 more threads.

L3 Cachehelp

Core Ultra 5 225 has 4 MB more L3 cache.

Base Frequencyhelp

Ryzen 9 8945HS has a 21% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp

Ryzen 9 8945HS boosts 6% higher.

TDPhelp

Ryzen 9 8945HS draws 20W less power.

LGA1851
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FP8
Arrow Lake-S
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Hawk Point
Desktop
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Mobile
Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU
Integrated GPUhelp
Radeon 780M
6400 MHz (DDR5)
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5600 MHz (DDR5)
Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 5 225 or Ryzen 9 8945HS?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 Ultra 5 225 or Ryzen 9 8945HS?expand_more
The Core Ultra 5 225 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 5 225 worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 65/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core Ultra 5 225 and Ryzen 9 8945HS?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 5 225 scores 65/100, Ryzen 9 8945HS 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 Ultra 5 225 or Ryzen 9 8945HS 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 Ultra 5 225 or Ryzen 9 8945HS?expand_more
The Core Ultra 5 225 is the stronger pick at 65/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.

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