Core Ultra 7 265
20C/20T · 5.2 GHz · 65 W · PassMark #262
Ryzen 9 7900X3D
12C/24T · 5.6 GHz · 120 W TDP · AM5 (LGA 1718) · PassMark #254
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Core Ultra 7 265 lands at 28 and Ryzen 9 7900X3D at 28. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Core Ultra 7 265 if…
- ✓PassMark CPU Mark of 49,724 — solid multi-thread numbers
- ✓Intel's latest architecture with on-chip NPU
- ✓Current PassMark-tracked street price around $326
Pick Ryzen 9 7900X3D if…
- ✓PassMark CPU Mark of 50,212 — solid multi-thread numbers
- ✓3D V-Cache delivers strong gaming performance
- ✓Current PassMark-tracked street price around $538
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testValue for money
Core Ultra 7 265Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Core Ultra 7 265 more score per dollar ($326 vs $538).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Core Ultra 7 265 | Ryzen 9 7900X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | ▲ 20 (8P + 12E) | 12 |
| Threads | 20 | ▲ 24 |
| Base clock | 2.4 GHz | 4.4 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5.2 GHz | 5.6 GHz |
| L3 cache | 30 MB | ▲ 128 MB |
| TDP | 65 W base / 182 W turbo | 120 W |
| Socket | LGA 1851 | AM5 (LGA 1718) |
| Class | Desktop | Desktop |
| PassMark rank | #262 of 5,901 | #254 of 5,901 |
| PassMark CPU Mark | 49,724 | ▲ 50,212 |
Core Ultra 7 265
- +PassMark CPU Mark of 49,724 — solid multi-thread numbers
- +Intel's latest architecture with on-chip NPU
- +Current PassMark-tracked street price around $326
- −Requires recent-generation motherboard and DDR5 memory
- −Newer-generation parts pull ahead in current rankings
Ryzen 9 7900X3D
- +PassMark CPU Mark of 50,212 — solid multi-thread numbers
- +3D V-Cache delivers strong gaming performance
- +Current PassMark-tracked street price around $538
- −Higher price than non-X3D sibling at the same core count
- −Newer-generation parts pull ahead in current rankings
FAQ: Core Ultra 7 265 vs Ryzen 9 7900X3D
Which is better, Core Ultra 7 265 or Ryzen 9 7900X3D? +
Both score 28 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Core Ultra 7 265 worth the price? +
At $326, Core Ultra 7 265 delivers a Specdex score of 28 — strongest in passmark.
Is Ryzen 9 7900X3D worth the price? +
At $538, Ryzen 9 7900X3D delivers a Specdex score of 28 — strongest in passmark.
Does Core Ultra 7 265 or Ryzen 9 7900X3D 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 the better value, Core Ultra 7 265 or Ryzen 9 7900X3D? +
Core Ultra 7 265 — more score per dollar ($326 vs $538). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.