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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Ryzen 5 3500X vs Core Ultra 7 265KF

The Ryzen 5 3500X is quite a bit slower than the Core Ultra 7 265KF on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much better value for money, as it's $176.99 cheaper!

  • Up to 71% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 5 years and 2 months newer
  • Available for $276.99

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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Core Ultra 7 265KF ranks 38 points higher.

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Core Ultra 7 265KF has 14 more cores.

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Core Ultra 7 265KF has 14 more threads.

L3 Cachehelp

Ryzen 5 3500X has 2 MB more L3 cache.

Base Frequencyhelp

Core Ultra 7 265KF has a 8% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp

Core Ultra 7 265KF boosts 34% higher.

TDPhelp

Ryzen 5 3500X draws 60W less power.

Pricehelp

Ryzen 5 3500X is $176.99 cheaper.

AM4
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LGA1851
Matisse
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Arrow Lake-S
Desktop
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Desktop
No Integrated Graphics
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No Integrated Graphics
3200 MHz (DDR4)
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6400 MHz (DDR5)
Overclockable
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Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen 5 3500X or Core Ultra 7 265KF?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 265KF. It's 115% faster than the Ryzen 5 3500X on average across 100+ games, scoring 71/100 vs 33/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 7 265KF than Ryzen 5 3500X?expand_more
115% 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, Ryzen 5 3500X or Core Ultra 7 265KF?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 265KF is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 7 265KF 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 Ryzen 5 3500X and Core Ultra 7 265KF?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen 5 3500X scores 33/100, Core Ultra 7 265KF scores 71/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen 5 3500X or Core Ultra 7 265KF 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 5 3500X or Core Ultra 7 265KF?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 265KF is the stronger pick at 71/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.

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