Core Ultra 9 285K vs Ryzen Threadripper 9970X
The Core Ultra 9 285K is slightly faster than the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X on average across 100+ games and it's also a much better value for money, as it's $1,500.99 cheaper!
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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Ryzen Threadripper 9970X has 40 more threads.
L3 Cachehelp
Ryzen Threadripper 9970X has 92 MB more L3 cache.
Base Frequencyhelp
Ryzen Threadripper 9970X has a 8% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 9 285K boosts 6% higher.
Pricehelp
Core Ultra 9 285K is $1,500.99 cheaper.
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sTR5Arrow Lake-S
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Shimada PeakDesktop
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DesktopArc Graphics 4 Xe LPG
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No Integrated Graphics6400 MHz (DDR5)
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6400 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
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OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 9 285K or Ryzen Threadripper 9970X?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285K. It's 4% faster than the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X on average across 100+ games, scoring 71/100 vs 68/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 9 285K than Ryzen Threadripper 9970X?expand_more
4% 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 285K or Ryzen Threadripper 9970X?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285K is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 9 285K worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 71/100 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 285K and Ryzen Threadripper 9970X?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 9 285K scores 71/100, Ryzen Threadripper 9970X scores 68/100. 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 285K or Ryzen Threadripper 9970X 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 285K or Ryzen Threadripper 9970X?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285K is the stronger pick at 71/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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