Apex Legends
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Ryzen Threadripper 9960X vs Core Ultra 5 245KF
The Ryzen Threadripper 9960X is same performance as the Core Ultra 5 245KF on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much worse value for money, as it's $1,180.00 more expensive!
Ryzen Threadripper 9960X70% Score
- Is 9 months newer
- Up to 410% more expensive – $1,369.00 vs $189.00
Core Ultra 5 245KF70% Score
- Up to 410% cheaper – $189.00 vs $1,369.00
- Up to 412% 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.
Threadshelp
Ryzen Threadripper 9960X has 34 more threads.
L3 Cachehelp
Ryzen Threadripper 9960X has 104 MB more L3 cache.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Ryzen Threadripper 9960X boosts 2% higher.
Pricehelp
Core Ultra 5 245KF is $1,180.00 cheaper.
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Sockethelp
LGA1851Shimada Peak
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Arrow Lake-SDesktop
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DesktopNo Integrated Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics6400 MHz (DDR5)
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6400 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen Threadripper 9960X or Core Ultra 5 245KF?expand_more
Neither, they're within 1% of each other across 100+ games. Pick based on price, availability, or platform compatibility.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Ryzen Threadripper 9960X or Core Ultra 5 245KF?expand_more
The Core Ultra 5 245KF is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 5 245KF worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 70/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Ryzen Threadripper 9960X and Core Ultra 5 245KF?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen Threadripper 9960X scores 70/100, Core Ultra 5 245KF scores 70/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen Threadripper 9960X or Core Ultra 5 245KF 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 Threadripper 9960X or Core Ultra 5 245KF?expand_more
The Core Ultra 5 245KF is the stronger pick at 70/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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