Core Ultra 9 285
24C/24T · 5.4 GHz · 65 W · PassMark #193
Ryzen 9 7945HX3D
16C/32T · 5.4 GHz · 55 W TDP · FL1 · PassMark #191
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Core Ultra 9 285 lands at 32 and Ryzen 9 7945HX3D at 32. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Core Ultra 9 285 if…
- ✓PassMark #193 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
- ✓Intel's latest architecture with on-chip NPU
- ✓Current PassMark-tracked street price around $579
Pick Ryzen 9 7945HX3D if…
- ✓PassMark #191 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
- ✓3D V-Cache delivers strong gaming performance
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testValue for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Core Ultra 9 285 | Ryzen 9 7945HX3D |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | ▲ 24 (8P + 16E) | 16 |
| Threads | 24 | ▲ 32 |
| Base clock | 2.5 GHz | 2.3 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5.4 GHz | 5.4 GHz |
| L3 cache | ▲ 36 MB | 32 MB |
| TDP | 65 W base / 182 W turbo | 55 W |
| Socket | LGA 1851 | FL1 |
| Class | Desktop | Laptop |
| PassMark rank | #193 of 5,901 | #191 of 5,901 |
| PassMark CPU Mark | 57,575 | ▲ 57,729 |
Core Ultra 9 285
- +PassMark #193 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
- +Intel's latest architecture with on-chip NPU
- +Current PassMark-tracked street price around $579
- −Requires recent-generation motherboard and DDR5 memory
- −Newer-generation parts pull ahead in current rankings
Ryzen 9 7945HX3D
- +PassMark #191 of 5,901 — capable workhorse
- +3D V-Cache delivers strong gaming performance
- −Higher price than non-X3D sibling at the same core count
- −Newer-generation parts pull ahead in current rankings
FAQ: Core Ultra 9 285 vs Ryzen 9 7945HX3D
Which is better, Core Ultra 9 285 or Ryzen 9 7945HX3D? +
Both score 32 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Core Ultra 9 285 worth the price? +
At $579, Core Ultra 9 285 delivers a Specdex score of 32 — strongest in passmark.
Is Ryzen 9 7945HX3D worth the price? +
At $549, Ryzen 9 7945HX3D delivers a Specdex score of 32 — strongest in passmark.
Does Core Ultra 9 285 or Ryzen 9 7945HX3D 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.