CPU head-to-head · curated specs + live pool data
Ryzen 5 5600XVSCore Ultra 7 265K
The reasonable Arrow Lake pick. Strong at multi-thread, mid-pack at games.
Full breakdown →Specifications
| Ryzen 5 5600X | Core Ultra 7 265K | |
|---|---|---|
| Cores/Threads | 6C / 12T | 8P + 12E / 20T |
| Base clock | 3.7 GHz | 3.9 GHz P-core |
| Boost | 4.6 GHz | 5.5 GHz |
| Cache (L3) | 32 MB | 30 MB |
| TDP | 65 W | 125 W |
| Socket | AM4 | LGA 1851 |
Live benchmark data
No verified runs for either part yet. Own one of these? Run the benchmark and put it on the map.
Verdict — Ryzen 5 5600X
If you already have one, no rush to upgrade. If you're buying new, the plain 5600 usually costs less and performs within a couple percent.
Verdict — Core Ultra 7 265K
Fine chip that suffers by comparison. If you're not on Intel already, AM5 offers better options at the same tier.