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Ryzen 9 9900X3D vs Core Ultra 7 265K
The Ryzen 9 9900X3D is faster than the Core Ultra 7 265K on average across 100+ games. However, it's a worse value for money, as it's $190.01 more expensive!
Ryzen 9 9900X3D94% Score
- Up to 24% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 2 months newer
- Up to 52% more expensive – $490.00 vs $299.99
Core Ultra 7 265K71% Score
- Up to 52% cheaper – $299.99 vs $490.00
- Up to 22% better value for money
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 9 9900X3D has a 13% higher base clock.
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LGA1851Granite Ridge
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Arrow Lake-SDesktop
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DesktopRadeon Graphics
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Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU5600 MHz (DDR5)
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6400 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
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OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen 9 9900X3D or Core Ultra 7 265K?expand_more
The Ryzen 9 9900X3D. It's 32% faster than the Core Ultra 7 265K on average across 100+ games, scoring 94/100 vs 71/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Ryzen 9 9900X3D than Core Ultra 7 265K?expand_more
32% 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, Ryzen 9 9900X3D or Core Ultra 7 265K?expand_more
The Ryzen 9 9900X3D is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Ryzen 9 9900X3D worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 94/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen 9 9900X3D and Core Ultra 7 265K?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen 9 9900X3D scores 94/100, Core Ultra 7 265K scores 71/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen 9 9900X3D or Core Ultra 7 265K 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 Ryzen 9 9900X3D or Core Ultra 7 265K?expand_more
The Ryzen 9 9900X3D is the stronger pick at 94/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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