Core Ultra 9 285K vs Core i7-13700K
Core Ultra 9 285K
Core i7-13700K
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 285K
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-13700K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 285K | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($550) | ✅ More affordable ($400) |
| 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 285K | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+7%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($550) | ✅ More affordable ($400) |
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 285K and Core i7-13700K
Core Ultra 9 285K
The Core Ultra 9 285K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 October 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture. It features 24 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 5.6 GHz. L3 cache: 36 MB (total). L2 cache: 3 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1851. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 67,482 points. Launch price was $589.
Core i7-13700K
The Core i7-13700K 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 16 cores and 24 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 5.4 GHz. L3 cache: 30 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: 45,784 points. Launch price was $409.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 9 285K packs 24 cores / 24 threads, while the Core i7-13700K offers 16 cores / 24 threads — the Core Ultra 9 285K has 8 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5.6 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 285K versus 5.4 GHz on the Core i7-13700K — a 3.6% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285K (base: 3.7 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Core Ultra 9 285K uses the Arrow Lake-S (2024−2025) architecture (3 nm), while the Core i7-13700K uses Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 9 285K scores 67,482 against the Core i7-13700K's 45,784 — a 38.3% lead for the Core Ultra 9 285K. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 45,563 vs 31,000 (38% advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285K). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 3,200 vs 2,846, a 11.7% lead for the Core Ultra 9 285K that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 22,563 vs 18,980 (17.2% advantage for the Core Ultra 9 285K). L3 cache: 36 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 285K vs 30 MB (total) on the Core i7-13700K.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285K | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 24 / 24+50% | 16 / 24 |
| Boost Clock | 5.6 GHz+4% | 5.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+9% | 3.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 36 MB (total)+20% | 30 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 | 67,482+47% | 45,784 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 45,563+47% | 31,000 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 3,200+12% | 2,846 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 22,563+19% | 18,980 |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 9 285K uses the LGA1851 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i7-13700K 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 285K) vs 20 (Core i7-13700K) — the Core Ultra 9 285K offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Z890 (Core Ultra 9 285K) and Intel Z790,Intel H770,Intel B760,Intel Z690,Intel H670,Intel B660,Intel H610 (Core i7-13700K).
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285K | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Both processors feature an unlocked multiplier for overclocking. Both support true virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Intel Arc Graphics 64EU (Core Ultra 9 285K) and Intel UHD Graphics 770 (Core i7-13700K) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core Ultra 9 285K rivals Ryzen 9 9950X; Core i7-13700K rivals Ryzen 9 7900X.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285K | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel Arc Graphics 64EU | Intel UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | Yes | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | true |
Value Analysis
The Core Ultra 9 285K launched at $589 MSRP, while the Core i7-13700K debuted at $409. At current prices ($550 vs $400), the Core i7-13700K is $150 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core Ultra 9 285K delivers 122.7 pts/$ vs 114.5 pts/$ for the Core i7-13700K — making the Core Ultra 9 285K the 6.9% better value option.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 285K | Core i7-13700K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $589 | $409-31% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $550 | $400-27% |
| Performance per Dollar | 122.7+7% | 114.5 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2022 |
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