Core Ultra 5 245KF vs Xeon Max 9480
The Core Ultra 5 245KF is quite a bit faster than the Xeon Max 9480 on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
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 245KF has a 121% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 5 245KF boosts 49% higher.
LGA1851
Sockethelp
LGA4677Arrow Lake-S
Codenamehelp
Sapphire Rapids HBMDesktop
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Server/WorkstationNo Integrated Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics6400 MHz (DDR5)
RAMhelp
4800 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 5 245KF or Xeon Max 9480?expand_more
The Core Ultra 5 245KF. It's 9% faster than the Xeon Max 9480 on average across 100+ games, scoring 72/100 vs 66/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 5 245KF than Xeon Max 9480?expand_more
9% 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 245KF or Xeon Max 9480?expand_more
The Core Ultra 5 245KF is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 5 245KF worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 72/100 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 245KF and Xeon Max 9480?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 5 245KF scores 72/100, Xeon Max 9480 scores 66/100. 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 245KF or Xeon Max 9480 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 245KF or Xeon Max 9480?expand_more
The Core Ultra 5 245KF is the stronger pick at 72/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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