Core Ultra 9 290K Plus vs Ryzen 5 8500G
The Core Ultra 9 290K Plus is faster than the Ryzen 5 8500G 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.
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Core Ultra 9 290K Plus has 20 MB more L3 cache.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 9 290K Plus has a 6% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 9 290K Plus boosts 16% higher.
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Phoenix2Desktop
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MobileArc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU
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Radeon 740M7200 MHz (DDR5)
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5200 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
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Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 9 290K Plus or Ryzen 5 8500G?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 290K Plus. It's 16% faster than the Ryzen 5 8500G on average across 100+ games, scoring 80/100 vs 69/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 9 290K Plus than Ryzen 5 8500G?expand_more
16% 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 290K Plus or Ryzen 5 8500G?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 290K Plus is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 9 290K Plus worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 80/100 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 290K Plus and Ryzen 5 8500G?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 9 290K Plus scores 80/100, Ryzen 5 8500G scores 69/100. 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 290K Plus or Ryzen 5 8500G 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 290K Plus or Ryzen 5 8500G?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 290K Plus is the stronger pick at 80/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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