CPU head-to-head · curated specs + live pool data
Core Ultra 9 285KVSCore i5-12400F
Intel's productivity flagship. Cooler than the 14900K, weaker in games.
Full breakdown →Specifications
| Core Ultra 9 285K | Core i5-12400F | |
|---|---|---|
| Cores/Threads | 8P + 16E / 24T | 6P / 12T |
| Base clock | 3.7 GHz P-core | 2.5 GHz |
| Boost | 5.7 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Cache (L3) | 36 MB | 18 MB |
| TDP | 125 W (250 W max turbo) | 65 W |
| Socket | LGA 1851 | LGA 1700 |
Live benchmark data
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Verdict — Core Ultra 9 285K
Solid productivity chip that gets criticized because it lost the gaming crown. If you don't game, it's a real option. Requires a new LGA 1851 board.
Verdict — Core i5-12400F
Punches far above its price. No E-cores means no scheduler weirdness. Pair with cheap DDR4 for a solid gaming machine.