Core Ultra 9 285 vs Xeon w5-2465X
The Core Ultra 9 285 is quite a bit faster than the Xeon w5-2465X on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.
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
Xeon w5-2465X has a 24% higher base clock.
LGA1851
Sockethelp
LGA4677Arrow Lake-S
Codenamehelp
Sapphire RapidsDesktop
Segmenthelp
Server/WorkstationArc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics6400 MHz (DDR5)
RAMhelp
4800 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 9 285 or Xeon w5-2465X?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285. It's 6% faster than the Xeon w5-2465X on average across 100+ games, scoring 71/100 vs 75/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 9 285 than Xeon w5-2465X?expand_more
6% 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 9 285 or Xeon w5-2465X?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285 is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 9 285 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 9 285 and Xeon w5-2465X?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 9 285 scores 71/100, Xeon w5-2465X scores 75/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core Ultra 9 285 or Xeon w5-2465X 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 9 285 or Xeon w5-2465X?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285 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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