Core i7-12700K vs Core Ultra 5 245K
The Core Ultra 5 245K is about 3% faster for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: the Core Ultra 5 245K is 3% faster (68 vs 66).
- Cores: Core Ultra 5 245K has 14 vs 12.
- Power (TDP): Core i7-12700K 125 W, Core Ultra 5 245K 125 W.
- Age: the Core Ultra 5 245K is 3 years newer (2024 vs 2021).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1700 vs LGA1851), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core i7-12700K | Core Ultra 5 245K |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 66 | 68 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core 12th Gen | Intel Core Ultra 200S |
| Released | 2021 | 2024 |
| Cores | 12 | 14 |
| Threads | 20 | 14 |
| Base clock | 3.6 GHz | 4.2 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5 GHz | 5.2 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 125 W | 125 W |
| Socket | LGA1700 | LGA1851 |