Overwatch 2
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Core Ultra 9 285 vs Ryzen 5 3500X
The Core Ultra 9 285 is much faster than the Ryzen 5 3500X on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
Core Ultra 9 28572% Score
- Up to 74% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 5 years and 4 months newer
- Available for $579
Ryzen 5 3500X35% Score
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
Ryzen 5 3500X has a 44% higher base clock.
LGA1851
Sockethelp
AM4Arrow Lake-S
Codenamehelp
MatisseDesktop
Segmenthelp
DesktopArc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics6400 MHz (DDR5)
RAMhelp
3200 MHz (DDR4)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 9 285 or Ryzen 5 3500X?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285. It's 106% faster than the Ryzen 5 3500X on average across 100+ games, scoring 72/100 vs 35/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 9 285 than Ryzen 5 3500X?expand_more
106% 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 9 285 or Ryzen 5 3500X?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 9 285 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 9 285 and Ryzen 5 3500X?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 9 285 scores 72/100, Ryzen 5 3500X scores 35/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core Ultra 9 285 or Ryzen 5 3500X 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 9 285 or Ryzen 5 3500X?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285 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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