Core Ultra 7 265K vs Ryzen 7 7700X3D
These two are practically equal for gaming.
Verdict
- Performance index: practically equal (75 vs 76).
- Cores: Core Ultra 7 265K has 20 vs 8.
- Power (TDP): Core Ultra 7 265K 125 W, Ryzen 7 7700X3D 120 W; the Ryzen 7 7700X3D delivers 6% more performance per watt.
- Age: the Ryzen 7 7700X3D is 2 years newer (2026 vs 2024).
- Platform: different sockets (LGA1851 vs AM5), so they need different motherboards.
Specs
| Spec | Core Ultra 7 265K | Ryzen 7 7700X3D |
|---|---|---|
| Performance index | 75 | 76 |
| Brand / series | Intel Core Ultra 200S | AMD Ryzen 7000 |
| Released | 2024 | 2026 |
| Cores | 20 | 8 |
| Threads | 20 | 16 |
| Base clock | 3.9 GHz | 4 GHz |
| Boost clock | 5.5 GHz | 4.5 GHz |
| Power (TDP) | 125 W | 120 W |
| Socket | LGA1851 | AM5 |