Intel
Intel Core Ultra 5 345K
Panther Lake · 14C · 5.5 GHz
84
/ 100
From $329
VS
Intel
Xeon W7-2495X
Sapphire Rapids · 24C/48T · LGA4677
84
/ 100
From $2,189
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Intel Core Ultra 5 345K lands at 84 and Xeon W7-2495X at 84. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Intel Core Ultra 5 345K if…
- ✓Latest generation silicon
- ✓Improved perf-per-watt
- ✓Full modern feature set
Pick Xeon W7-2495X if…
- ✓Massive core counts
- ✓ECC memory support
- ✓Workstation/server-grade platform
Intel Core Ultra 5 345K 84
vs 84 Xeon W7-2495X
Score breakdown
Intel Core Ultra 5 345K
84 single 86
multi 84
gaming 85
efficiency 86
Xeon W7-2495X
84 single 76
multi 84
gaming 64
efficiency 78
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Intel Core Ultra 5 345K | Xeon W7-2495X |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Panther Lake | Sapphire Rapids |
| Cores | 14 | ▲ 24 |
| Socket | LGA1851 | LGA4677 |
| Release year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Threads | — | 48 |
Intel Core Ultra 5 345K
Pros
- +Latest generation silicon
- +Improved perf-per-watt
- +Full modern feature set
Cons
- −Premium pricing
- −Requires up-to-date platform
- −Initial stock scarcity likely
Xeon W7-2495X
Pros
- +Massive core counts
- +ECC memory support
- +Workstation/server-grade platform
Cons
- −Niche platform, limited motherboards
- −High TDP requires serious cooling
- −Premium price
FAQ: Intel Core Ultra 5 345K vs Xeon W7-2495X
Which is better, Intel Core Ultra 5 345K or Xeon W7-2495X? +
Both score 84 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Intel Core Ultra 5 345K worth the price? +
At $329, Intel Core Ultra 5 345K delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in single.
Is Xeon W7-2495X worth the price? +
At $2,189, Xeon W7-2495X delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in multi.
Does Intel Core Ultra 5 345K or Xeon W7-2495X 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.