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Core Ultra 5 225 vs Xeon Platinum 8481C
The Core Ultra 5 225 is quite a bit faster than the Xeon Platinum 8481C on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
Core Ultra 5 22566% Score
- Up to 48% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 2 years newer
- Available for $194.14
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
Xeon Platinum 8481C has 85 MB more L3 cache.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 5 225 has a 65% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 5 225 boosts 29% higher.
LGA1851
Sockethelp
LGA4677Arrow Lake-S
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Sapphire RapidsDesktop
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Server/WorkstationArc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics6400 MHz (DDR5)
RAMhelp
4800 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 5 225 or Xeon Platinum 8481C?expand_more
The Core Ultra 5 225. It's 14% faster than the Xeon Platinum 8481C on average across 100+ games, scoring 66/100 vs 58/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 5 225 than Xeon Platinum 8481C?expand_more
14% 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 Ultra 5 225 or Xeon Platinum 8481C?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 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 Ultra 5 225 and Xeon Platinum 8481C?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 5 225 scores 66/100, Xeon Platinum 8481C scores 58/100. 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 Xeon Platinum 8481C 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 Xeon Platinum 8481C?expand_more
The Core Ultra 5 225 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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