Core Ultra 9 288V vs Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G
Core Ultra 9 288V
Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G
Performance Spectrum - CPU
About PassMark
PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 9 288V
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 288V | Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($600) | ✅ More affordable ($140) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Lunar Lake (2024) / 3 nm) | ✨ Modern (Renoir (2020−2023) / 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core Ultra 9 288V | Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+327%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($600) | ✅ More affordable ($140) |
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 288V and Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G
Core Ultra 9 288V
The Core Ultra 9 288V is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Lunar Lake (2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.3 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 2.5 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2833. Thermal design power (TDP): 30 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 20,280 points. Launch price was $299.
Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G
The Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 21 July 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Renoir (2020−2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 16 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 20,227 points. Launch price was $299.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 9 288V packs 8 cores / 8 threads, matching the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G's 8 cores. Boost clocks reach 5.1 GHz on the Core Ultra 9 288V versus 4.4 GHz on the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G — a 14.7% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 9 288V (base: 3.3 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Core Ultra 9 288V uses the Lunar Lake (2024) architecture (3 nm), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G uses Renoir (2020−2023) (7 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 9 288V scores 20,280 against the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G's 20,227 — a 0.3% lead for the Core Ultra 9 288V. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 9,300 vs 12,814 (31.8% advantage for the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,800 vs 1,627, a 53% lead for the Core Ultra 9 288V that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 10,000 vs 7,556 (27.8% advantage for the Core Ultra 9 288V). L3 cache: 12 MB (total) on the Core Ultra 9 288V vs 8 MB on the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 288V | Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 8 / 8 | 8 / 16 |
| Boost Clock | 5.1 GHz+16% | 4.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 3.3 GHz | 3.6 GHz+9% |
| L3 Cache | 12 MB (total)+50% | 8 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2.5 MB (per core)+400% | 512 kB (per core) |
| Process | 3 nm-57% | 7 nm |
| Architecture | Lunar Lake (2024) | Renoir (2020−2023) |
| PassMark | 20,280 | 20,227 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 9,300 | 12,814+38% |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 2,800+72% | 1,627 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 10,000+32% | 7,556 |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 9 288V uses the FCBGA2833 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G uses AM4 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR5X-8533 on the Core Ultra 9 288V versus DDR4-3200 on the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G — the Core Ultra 9 288V supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 8 (Core Ultra 9 288V) vs 16 (Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G) — the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Core Ultra 9 288V) and Socket AM4 (Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G).
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 288V | Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA2833 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR5X-8533+25% | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 128 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8 | 16+100% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: true (Core Ultra 9 288V) vs AMD-V (Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G). Both include integrated graphics — Intel Arc 140V (Core Ultra 9 288V) and Radeon Vega 8 (Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 288V | Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel Arc 140V | Radeon Vega 8 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | AMD-V |
Value Analysis
The Core Ultra 9 288V launched at $600 MSRP, while the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G debuted at $309. At current prices ($600 vs $140), the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G is $460 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core Ultra 9 288V delivers 33.8 pts/$ vs 144.5 pts/$ for the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G — making the Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G the 124.2% better value option.
| Feature | Core Ultra 9 288V | Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $600 | $309-49% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $600 | $140-77% |
| Performance per Dollar | 33.8 | 144.5+328% |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2020 |
Top Performing CPUs
The most powerful cpus ranked by PassMark CPU Mark benchmark scores.
You May Also Compare
Similar CPU comparisons based on Core Ultra 9 288V and Ryzen 7 PRO 4750G
