Core Ultra 9 290K Plus vs Ryzen 7 9700X
The Core Ultra 9 290K Plus is slightly faster than the Ryzen 7 9700X on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
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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
Core Ultra 9 290K Plus has 4 MB more L3 cache.
Base Frequencyhelp
Ryzen 7 9700X has a 3% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 9 290K Plus boosts 5% higher.
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AM5Arrow Lake Refresh
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Granite RidgeDesktop
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DesktopArc Graphics 4 Xe LPG
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Radeon Graphics 128SP7200 MHz (DDR5)
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5600 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
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OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 9 290K Plus or Ryzen 7 9700X?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 290K Plus. It's 10% faster than the Ryzen 7 9700X on average across 100+ games, scoring 79/100 vs 72/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 9 290K Plus than Ryzen 7 9700X?expand_more
10% 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 7 9700X?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 79/100 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 7 9700X?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 9 290K Plus scores 79/100, Ryzen 7 9700X scores 72/100. 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 7 9700X 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 7 9700X?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 290K Plus is the stronger pick at 79/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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