Core Ultra 9 285 vs Core i9-13900K
Core Ultra 9 285
Core i9-13900K
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 285
Performance Per Dollar Core i9-13900K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 285 | Core i9-13900K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | Similar productivity capacity | Similar productivity capacity |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($550) | ✅ More affordable ($500) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 285 | Core i9-13900K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+12%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($550) | ✅ More affordable ($500) |
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 9 285 and Core i9-13900K
Core Ultra 9 285
The Core Ultra 9 285 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in Janeiro 2025 (recentemente). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.5 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 57,442 points. Launch price was $579.
Core i9-13900K
The Core i9-13900K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture. It features 24 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 3 GHz, with boost up to 5.7 GHz. L3 cache: 36 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: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 58,373 points. Launch price was $589.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 9 285 packs 24 cores / 24 threads, matching the Core i9-13900K's 24 cores. Boost clocks reach 5.5 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 285 versus 5.7 GHz on the Core i9-13900K — a 3.6% clock advantage for the Core i9-13900K (base: 2.5 GHz vs 3 GHz). The Core Ultra 9 285 uses the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture (3 nm), while the Core i9-13900K uses Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 9 285 scores 57,442 against the Core i9-13900K's 58,373 — a 1.6% lead for the Core i9-13900K. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 40,000 vs 40,000 (0% advantage for the Core i9-13900K). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 3,000 vs 2,985, a 0.5% lead for the Core Ultra 9 285 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 20,000 vs 19,967 (0.2% advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285). Both processors carry 36 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285 | Core i9-13900K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 24 | 24 / 32 |
| Boost Clock | 5.5 GHz | 5.7 GHz+4% |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 3 GHz+20% |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total) | 36 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (per core)+50% | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 3 nm-57% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) | Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) |
| PassMark | 57,442 | 58,373+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 40,000 | 40,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 3,000 | 2,985 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 20,000 | 19,967 |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 9 285 uses the LGA1851 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i9-13900K uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-6400 memory speed. Both support up to 192 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 24 (Core Ultra 9 285) vs 20 (Core i9-13900K) — the Core Ultra 9 285 offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel 800 Series (Core Ultra 9 285) and Intel Z790,Intel Z690 (Core i9-13900K).
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285 | Core i9-13900K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1851 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-6400 | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB | 192 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24+20% | 20 |
Advanced Features
Only the Core i9-13900K has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: Yes (Core Ultra 9 285) vs true (Core i9-13900K). Both include integrated graphics — Arc Graphics (Core Ultra 9 285) and Intel UHD Graphics 770 (Core i9-13900K) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 9 285 targets High-End Gaming, Core i9-13900K targets Desktop.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285 | Core i9-13900K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Arc Graphics | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | Yes | true |
| Target Use | High-End Gaming | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Core Ultra 9 285 launched at $589 MSRP, while the Core i9-13900K debuted at $599. At current prices ($550 vs $500), the Core i9-13900K is $50 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core Ultra 9 285 delivers 104.4 pts/$ vs 116.7 pts/$ for the Core i9-13900K — making the Core i9-13900K the 11.1% better value option.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285 | Core i9-13900K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $589-2% | $599 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $550 | $500-9% |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.4 | 116.7+12% |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2022 |
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