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Ryzen Threadripper 9970X vs Core Ultra 9 285K
The Ryzen Threadripper 9970X is slightly slower than the Core Ultra 9 285K on average across 100+ games and it's also a much worse value for money, as it's $1,760.98 more expensive!
Ryzen Threadripper 9970X69% Score
- Is 9 months newer
- Up to 324% more expensive – $2,299.98 vs $539.00
Core Ultra 9 285K74% Score
- Up to 5% faster on average across 100+ games
- Up to 324% cheaper – $539.00 vs $2,299.98
- Up to 347% 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 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 $1,760.98 cheaper.
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LGA1851Shimada Peak
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Arrow Lake-SDesktop
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DesktopNo Integrated Graphics
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Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU6400 MHz (DDR5)
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6400 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
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OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Ryzen Threadripper 9970X or Core Ultra 9 285K?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285K. It's 7% faster than the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X on average across 100+ games, scoring 74/100 vs 69/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 9 285K than Ryzen Threadripper 9970X?expand_more
7% 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 Threadripper 9970X or Core Ultra 9 285K?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 74/100 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 9970X and Core Ultra 9 285K?expand_more
Performance: Ryzen Threadripper 9970X scores 69/100, Core Ultra 9 285K scores 74/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Ryzen Threadripper 9970X or Core Ultra 9 285K 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 9970X or Core Ultra 9 285K?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285K is the stronger pick at 74/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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