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Core i9-14900K — Raptor Lake Refresh · 24C/32T · 125 W · LGA1700
Intel

Core i9-14900K

Raptor Lake Refresh · 24C/32T · 125 W · LGA1700

89
/ 100
From $589
VS
Intel Core Ultra 7 365K — Panther Lake · 22C · 5.8 GHz
Intel

Intel Core Ultra 7 365K

Panther Lake · 22C · 5.8 GHz

89
/ 100
From $429
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Core i9-14900K lands at 89 and Intel Core Ultra 7 365K at 89. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Core i9-14900K if…

  • ✓Strong per-core performance
  • ✓Hybrid P/E cores (12th gen+)
  • ✓Wide platform availability

Pick Intel Core Ultra 7 365K if…

  • ✓Latest generation silicon
  • ✓Improved perf-per-watt
  • ✓Full modern feature set
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Gaming

Tie

Frame-rate-bound workloads — favours cache and single-thread speed

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Creators & productivity

Tie

Rendering, compilation, heavy multitasking — favours core count

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Power efficiency

Intel Core Ultra 7 365K

Performance per watt — thermals, PSU headroom, electricity cost

Intel Core Ultra 7 365K leads on efficiency (86 vs 81).

Value for money

Intel Core Ultra 7 365K

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Intel Core Ultra 7 365K more score per dollar ($429 vs $589).

Core i9-14900K 89
vs
89 Intel Core Ultra 7 365K

Score breakdown

Core i9-14900K
89
single 91
multi 89
gaming 88
efficiency 81
Intel Core Ultra 7 365K
89
single 91
multi 89
gaming 90
efficiency 86

Specs side-by-side

Core i9-14900K versus Intel Core Ultra 7 365K — full spec comparison
Spec Core i9-14900K Intel Core Ultra 7 365K
Architecture
Raptor Lake Refresh
Panther Lake
Cores
▲ 24
22 (8P+12E+2LP)
Threads
32
—
TDP
125 W
—
Socket
LGA1700
LGA1851
Release year
2023
2025

Core i9-14900K

Pros
  • +Strong per-core performance
  • +Hybrid P/E cores (12th gen+)
  • +Wide platform availability
Cons
  • −Power draw on top SKUs
  • −Frequent socket changes
  • −Arrow Lake gaming regressions

Intel Core Ultra 7 365K

Pros
  • +Latest generation silicon
  • +Improved perf-per-watt
  • +Full modern feature set
Cons
  • −Premium pricing
  • −Requires up-to-date platform
  • −Initial stock scarcity likely

FAQ: Core i9-14900K vs Intel Core Ultra 7 365K

Which is better, Core i9-14900K or Intel Core Ultra 7 365K? +

Both score 89 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Core i9-14900K worth the price? +

At $589, Core i9-14900K delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in single.

Is Intel Core Ultra 7 365K worth the price? +

At $429, Intel Core Ultra 7 365K delivers a Specdex score of 89 — strongest in single.

Does Core i9-14900K or Intel Core Ultra 7 365K last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for power efficiency, Core i9-14900K or Intel Core Ultra 7 365K? +

Intel Core Ultra 7 365K — leads on efficiency (86 vs 81). Performance per watt — thermals, PSU headroom, electricity cost.

Which is the better value, Core i9-14900K or Intel Core Ultra 7 365K? +

Intel Core Ultra 7 365K — more score per dollar ($429 vs $589). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.