Core Ultra 9 285 vs Xeon w7-2495X
Core Ultra 9 285
Xeon w7-2495X
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 285
Performance Per Dollar Xeon w7-2495X
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 285 | Xeon w7-2495X |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($550) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,900) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) / 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 285 | Xeon w7-2495X |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+430%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($550) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($2,900) |
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 Xeon w7-2495X
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.
Xeon w7-2495X
The Xeon w7-2495X is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 February 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) architecture. It features 24 cores and 48 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 45 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA4677. Thermal design power (TDP): 225 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 57,133 points. Launch price was $2,189.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 9 285 packs 24 cores / 24 threads, matching the Xeon w7-2495X's 24 cores. Boost clocks reach 5.5 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 285 versus 4.8 GHz on the Xeon w7-2495X — a 13.6% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285 (base: 2.5 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Core Ultra 9 285 uses the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture (3 nm), while the Xeon w7-2495X uses Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 9 285 scores 57,442 against the Xeon w7-2495X's 57,133 — a 0.5% lead for the Core Ultra 9 285. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 40,000 vs 35,362 (12.3% advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 3,000 vs 2,394, a 22.5% lead for the Core Ultra 9 285 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 20,000 vs 16,891 (16.9% advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285). L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 285 vs 45 MB on the Xeon w7-2495X.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285 | Xeon w7-2495X |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 24 | 24 / 48 |
| Boost Clock | 5.5 GHz+15% | 4.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total) | 45 MB+25% |
| L2 Cache | 3 MB (per core)+50% | 2 MB (per core) |
| Process | 3 nm-57% | Intel 7 nm |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) | Sapphire Rapids (2023−2024) |
| PassMark | 57,442 | 57,133 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 40,000+13% | 35,362 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 3,000+25% | 2,394 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 20,000+18% | 16,891 |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 9 285 uses the LGA1851 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon w7-2495X uses LGA4677 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR5-6400 memory speed. The Xeon w7-2495X supports up to 2048 GB of RAM compared to 192 GB — 165.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core Ultra 9 285) vs 4 (Xeon w7-2495X). PCIe lanes: 24 (Core Ultra 9 285) vs 64 (Xeon w7-2495X) — the Xeon w7-2495X offers 40 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel 800 Series (Core Ultra 9 285) and W790 (Xeon w7-2495X).
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285 | Xeon w7-2495X |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1851 | LGA4677 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 | PCIe 5.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-6400 | DDR5-4800 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 192 GB | 2048 GB+967% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 4+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 | 64+167% |
Advanced Features
Only the Xeon w7-2495X has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Only the Xeon w7-2495X supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: Yes (Core Ultra 9 285) vs VT-x, VT-d (Xeon w7-2495X). The Core Ultra 9 285 includes integrated graphics (Arc Graphics), while the Xeon w7-2495X requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 9 285 targets High-End Gaming, Xeon w7-2495X targets Workstation. Direct competitor: Xeon w7-2495X rivals Threadripper PRO 7965WX.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285 | Xeon w7-2495X |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Arc Graphics | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | Yes | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | High-End Gaming | Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Core Ultra 9 285 launched at $589 MSRP, while the Xeon w7-2495X debuted at $2189. At current prices ($550 vs $2900), the Core Ultra 9 285 is $2350 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core Ultra 9 285 delivers 104.4 pts/$ vs 19.7 pts/$ for the Xeon w7-2495X — making the Core Ultra 9 285 the 136.5% better value option.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285 | Xeon w7-2495X |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $589-73% | $2189 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $550-81% | $2900 |
| Performance per Dollar | 104.4+430% | 19.7 |
| Release Date | 2025 | 2023 |
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