Counter-Strike 2
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Core Ultra 7 270K Plus vs Core Ultra 5 245K
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is slightly faster than the Core Ultra 5 245K on average across 100+ games. However, it's a worse value for money, as it's $138.01 more expensive!
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus77% Score
- Up to 8% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 1 year and 5 months newer
- Up to 7% cheaper – $318.00 vs $179.99
- Up to 15% better value for money
Core Ultra 5 245K69% Score
- Up to 7% more expensive – $179.99 vs $318.00
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.
L3 Cachehelp
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has 12 MB more L3 cache.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 5 245K has a 14% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus boosts 6% higher.
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LGA1851Arrow Lake Refresh
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DesktopArc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU
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Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU7200 MHz (DDR5)
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6400 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
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OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 7 270K Plus or Core Ultra 5 245K?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus. It's 12% faster than the Core Ultra 5 245K on average across 100+ games, scoring 77/100 vs 69/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 7 270K Plus than Core Ultra 5 245K?expand_more
12% 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 7 270K Plus or Core Ultra 5 245K?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 77/100 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 7 270K Plus and Core Ultra 5 245K?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 7 270K Plus scores 77/100, Core Ultra 5 245K scores 69/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus or Core Ultra 5 245K 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 7 270K Plus or Core Ultra 5 245K?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is the stronger pick at 77/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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