Valorant
1080p@165Hz·14:42 played
SEMUH·55m ago
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24 GB
56%usage
Core Ultra 5 225F vs Core Ultra 7 265
The Core Ultra 5 225F is slightly faster than the Core Ultra 7 265 on average across 100+ games and it's also a much better value for money, as it's $208.99 cheaper!
Core Ultra 5 225F64% Score
- Up to 5% faster on average across 100+ games
- Up to 71% cheaper – $170.23 vs $379.22
- Up to 79% better value for money
Core Ultra 7 26560% Score
- Up to 71% more expensive – $379.22 vs $170.23
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.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 5 225F has a 38% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 7 265 boosts 8% higher.
LGA1851
Sockethelp
LGA1851Arrow Lake-S
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Arrow Lake-SDesktop
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DesktopNo Integrated Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 32EU6400 MHz (DDR5)
RAMhelp
6400 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 5 225F or Core Ultra 7 265?expand_more
The Core Ultra 5 225F. It's 7% faster than the Core Ultra 7 265 on average across 100+ games, scoring 64/100 vs 60/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 5 225F than Core Ultra 7 265?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, Core Ultra 5 225F or Core Ultra 7 265?expand_more
The Core Ultra 5 225F is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 5 225F worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 64/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core Ultra 5 225F and Core Ultra 7 265?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 5 225F scores 64/100, Core Ultra 7 265 scores 60/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core Ultra 5 225F or Core Ultra 7 265 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 Core Ultra 5 225F or Core Ultra 7 265?expand_more
The Core Ultra 5 225F is the stronger pick at 64/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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