Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX vs Core Ultra 5 225
The Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX is quite a bit slower than the Core Ultra 5 225 on average across 100+ games and it's also a much worse value for money, as it's $992.23 more expensive!
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.
Threadshelp
Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has 38 more threads.
L3 Cachehelp
Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX has 44 MB more L3 cache.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 5 225 has a 10% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 5 225 boosts 17% higher.
Pricehelp
Core Ultra 5 225 is $992.23 cheaper.
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LGA1851Colfax
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Arrow Lake-SDesktop
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DesktopNo Integrated Graphics
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Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU2933 MHz (DDR4)
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6400 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
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Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX or Core Ultra 5 225?
The Core Ultra 5 225. It's 144% faster than the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX on average across 100+ games, scoring 66/100 vs 27/100 in our gaming rating.
How much faster is Core Ultra 5 225 than Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX?
144% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
Which is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX or Core Ultra 5 225?
The Core Ultra 5 225 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
Is the Core Ultra 5 225 worth buying in 2026?
It scores 66/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
What is the difference between Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX and Core Ultra 5 225?
Performance: Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX scores 27/100, Core Ultra 5 225 scores 66/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
Will the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX or Core Ultra 5 225 bottleneck my PC?
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.
Is it worth upgrading to the Ryzen Threadripper 2970WX or Core Ultra 5 225?
The Core Ultra 5 225 is the stronger pick at 66/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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