Core Ultra 7 265KF
20C/20T · 5.5 GHz · 125 W · PassMark #185
Ryzen 9 9955HX
16C/32T · 5.4 GHz · 55 W TDP · FL1 · PassMark #215
Core Ultra 7 265KF takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Core Ultra 7 265KF lands at 32 and Ryzen 9 9955HX at 31. That puts Core Ultra 7 265KF ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Core Ultra 7 265KF if…
- ✓PassMark #185 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
- ✓Intel's latest architecture with on-chip NPU
- ✓Current PassMark-tracked street price around $298
Pick Ryzen 9 9955HX if…
- ✓PassMark CPU Mark of 56,057 — solid multi-thread numbers
- ✓Mainstream desktop flagship core count
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testValue for money
Core Ultra 7 265KFSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Core Ultra 7 265KF more score per dollar ($298 vs $549).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Core Ultra 7 265KF | Ryzen 9 9955HX |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | ▲ 20 (8P + 12E) | 16 |
| Threads | 20 | ▲ 32 |
| Base clock | 3.9 GHz | 2.5 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5.5 GHz | 5.4 GHz |
| L3 cache | 30 MB | ▲ 64 MB |
| TDP | 125 W base / 250 W turbo | 55 W |
| Socket | LGA 1851 | FL1 |
| Class | Desktop (no integrated graphics) | Desktop, Laptop |
| PassMark rank | #185 of 5,901 | #215 of 5,901 |
| PassMark CPU Mark | ▲ 58,561 | 56,057 |
Core Ultra 7 265KF
- +PassMark #185 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
- +Intel's latest architecture with on-chip NPU
- +Current PassMark-tracked street price around $298
- −Requires recent-generation motherboard and DDR5 memory
- −Newer-generation parts pull ahead in current rankings
Ryzen 9 9955HX
- +PassMark CPU Mark of 56,057 — solid multi-thread numbers
- +Mainstream desktop flagship core count
- −Requires recent-generation motherboard and DDR5 memory
- −Newer-generation parts pull ahead in current rankings
FAQ: Core Ultra 7 265KF vs Ryzen 9 9955HX
Which is better, Core Ultra 7 265KF or Ryzen 9 9955HX? +
Core Ultra 7 265KF scores 32 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Core Ultra 7 265KF worth the price? +
At $298, Core Ultra 7 265KF delivers a Specdex score of 32 — strongest in passmark.
Is Ryzen 9 9955HX worth the price? +
At $549, Ryzen 9 9955HX delivers a Specdex score of 31 — strongest in passmark.
Does Core Ultra 7 265KF or Ryzen 9 9955HX 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 265KF or Ryzen 9 9955HX? +
Core Ultra 7 265KF — more score per dollar ($298 vs $549). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.