AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 8-core AM5
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K 14-core LGA1851
What Buyers Say
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 8-core AM5
The AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D is widely celebrated as the best gaming CPU on the market, delivering massive frame rate boosts, improved 1% lows, and excellent thermal efficiency. Users upgrading from older Intel or AMD chips report transformative gains in CPU-intensive games and smoother multitasking. The main caution is to avoid paying above MSRP due to scalper pricing, and to ensure a compatible AM5 motherboard with a BIOS update. Overall, it is a top-tier choice for gamers seeking peak performance.
Pros
- Best gaming performance on the market
- Massive frame rate boosts in CPU-heavy games
- Excellent thermal efficiency and cool operation
- Improved 1% lows for smoother gameplay
- Great upgrade from older Intel and AMD chips
Cons
- Scalper pricing above MSRP
- No included cooler in the box
- Requires BIOS update on older AM5 motherboards
- Limited availability and stock issues
- OEM version lacks original box and accessories
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K 14-core LGA1851
Based on limited feedback, this CPU is praised for its stable performance and cool running temperatures with a budget cooler. The user expresses satisfaction and excitement about future Intel products, despite being advised to choose AMD. Overall sentiment is positive, but the sample is too small for strong conclusions.
Pros
- Stable at low temperatures
- Works with budget coolers
- Excitement for future Intel
Cons
- Lack of detailed feedback
- Single user review only
Scores
Specifications
| AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D | Intel Core Ultra 5 245K | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor | ||
| Brand | AMD | Intel |
| Series | Ryzen 7 | Core Ultra 5 |
| Model | 9800X3D | 245K |
| Codename | Granite Ridge | Arrow Lake |
| Class | desktop | desktop |
| Process | 4 | 3★ |
| Cores & Clocks | ||
| Cores | 8 | 14★ |
| P-cores | 8★ | 6 |
| E-cores | — | 8★ |
| Threads | 16★ | 14 |
| Base Clock | ||
| Boost Clock | ||
| Cache | ||
| L2 Cache | 8 | 26★ |
| L3 Cache | 96★ | 24 |
| Performance | ||
| PassMark Multi | ||
| PassMark Single | ||
| Memory | ||
| Memory Type | DDR5 | DDR5 |
| Max Speed | ||
| Channels | 2 | 2 |
| Max Memory | ||
| ECC | ✓ | ✓ |
| Platform & Power | ||
| Socket | AM5 | LGA1851 |
| PCIe | 5.0 | 5.0 |
| PCIe Lanes | 28★ | 24 |
| TDP | 120★ | 125 |
| Max Turbo Power | 200 | 159★ |
| Unlocked | ✓ | ✓ |
| Graphics & AI | ||
| Integrated Graphics | AMD Radeon Graphics | Intel Graphics |
| NPU TOPS | — | 13★ |
Pros & Cons
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 8-core AM5
- Strong feature (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong social proof (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong single thread (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong platform (95th percentile)95th %ile
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K 14-core LGA1851
- Strong single thread (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong feature (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong platform (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong multi thread (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Below average user sentiment (11th percentile)11th %ile
Pricing
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K 14-core LGA1851 offers 1.8x better value for money
AMD Ryzen 7 9800X3D 8-core AM5
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K 14-core LGA1851
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 6 of 29 specs.