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Core Ultra 7 270K Plus vs Core i5-4440S
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is much faster than the Core i5-4440S on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much worse value for money, as it's $259.67 more expensive!
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus76% Score
- Up to 156% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 12 years and 8 months newer
- Available for $308.73
Core i5-4440S17% Score
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.
L3 Cachehelp
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has 30 MB more L3 cache.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has a 32% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus boosts 67% higher.
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LGA1150Arrow Lake Refresh
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HaswellDesktop
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DesktopArc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU
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Intel HD 46007200 MHz (DDR5)
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DDR3Overclockable
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Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 7 270K Plus or Core i5-4440S?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus. It's 347% faster than the Core i5-4440S on average across 100+ games, scoring 76/100 vs 17/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 7 270K Plus than Core i5-4440S?expand_more
347% 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 7 270K Plus or Core i5-4440S?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 76/100 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 7 270K Plus and Core i5-4440S?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 7 270K Plus scores 76/100, Core i5-4440S scores 17/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus or Core i5-4440S 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 7 270K Plus or Core i5-4440S?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is the stronger pick at 76/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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