CPU head-to-head · curated specs + live pool data
Ryzen 7 9800X3DVSCore Ultra 7 265K
The reasonable Arrow Lake pick. Strong at multi-thread, mid-pack at games.
Full breakdown →Specifications
| Ryzen 7 9800X3D | Core Ultra 7 265K | |
|---|---|---|
| Cores/Threads | 8C / 16T | 8P + 12E / 20T |
| Base clock | 4.7 GHz | 3.9 GHz P-core |
| Boost | 5.2 GHz | 5.5 GHz |
| Cache (L3) | 96 MB (V-Cache) | 30 MB |
| TDP | 120 W | 125 W |
| Socket | AM5 | 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 7 9800X3D
If you game and don't need more than 8 cores, this is the answer. It's often out of stock at MSRP for good reason — every gaming benchmark chart is topped by this chip.
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.