Core Ultra 5 245HX vs Core i5-14600KF
Core Ultra 5 245HX
Core i5-14600KF
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 5 245HX
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-14600KF
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 5 245HX | Core i5-14600KF |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($239) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-HX (2025) / 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Ultra 5 245HX | Core i5-14600KF |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($239) |
Performance Check
To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.
Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core Ultra 5 245HX and Core i5-14600KF
Core Ultra 5 245HX
The Core Ultra 5 245HX is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 13 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-HX (2025) architecture. It features 14 cores and 14 threads. Base frequency is 3.1 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2114. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 39,605 points. Launch price was $499.
Core i5-14600KF
The Core i5-14600KF is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 17 October 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.3 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5600, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 38,664 points. Launch price was $294.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 5 245HX packs 14 cores / 14 threads, matching the Core i5-14600KF's 14 cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 245HX versus 5.3 GHz on the Core i5-14600KF — a 3.8% clock advantage for the Core i5-14600KF (base: 3.1 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core Ultra 5 245HX uses the Arrow Lake-HX (2025) architecture (3 nm), while the Core i5-14600KF uses Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 5 245HX scores 39,605 against the Core i5-14600KF's 38,664 — a 2.4% lead for the Core Ultra 5 245HX. Both processors carry 24 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245HX | Core i5-14600KF |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 14 / 14 | 14 / 20 |
| Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz | 5.3 GHz+4% |
| Base Clock | 3.1 GHz | 3.5 GHz+13% |
| L3 Cache | 24 MB (total) | 24 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (per core)+50% | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 3 nm-57% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake-HX (2025) | Raptor Lake-R (2023−2025) |
| PassMark | 39,605+2% | 38,664 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 24,700 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 2,900 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 18,000 |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 5 245HX uses the FCBGA2114 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i5-14600KF uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 6400 on the Core Ultra 5 245HX versus DDR5-5600 on the Core i5-14600KF — the Core Ultra 5 245HX supports 199.7% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core Ultra 5 245HX supports up to 256 of RAM compared to 192 GB — 28.6% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 24 (Core Ultra 5 245HX) vs 20 (Core i5-14600KF) — the Core Ultra 5 245HX offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Arrow Lake-HX (Core Ultra 5 245HX) and Intel 700 Series,Intel 600 Series (Core i5-14600KF).
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245HX | Core i5-14600KF |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA2114 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | 6400+127900% | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 256 | 192 GB+78643100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+20% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core Ultra 5 245HX) vs Yes (Core i5-14600KF). The Core Ultra 5 245HX includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics), while the Core i5-14600KF requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-14600KF targets Desktop. Direct competitor: Core Ultra 5 245HX rivals Ryzen 7 8845HS.
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 245HX | Core i5-14600KF |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | Yes |
| Target Use | — | Desktop |
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