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Intel Core i7-14700K vs Intel Core Ultra 7 265K

Benchmark comparison and full specifications, with the measured difference and a clear winner for gaming, office work, daily use and content creation.

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APart A

Intel

Core i7-14700K

  • Blender render score 449 samples/min
  • Cores 20
  • Max boost clock 5.6 GHz
VS

BPart B

Intel

Core Ultra 7 265K

  • Blender render score 482 samples/min
  • Cores 20
  • Max boost clock 5.5 GHz
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01 · Performance profile

How they score

Scores out of 100 for each way you might use a processor. The chart shows where both parts rank among all 667 CPUs in our database.

Measured performance

Intel Core Ultra 7 265K is 7% faster in the Blender benchmark

AIntel Core i7-14700K449

Median of 20 submissions

BIntel Core Ultra 7 265K482

Median of 28 submissions

Blender Benchmark render score (samples per minute, higher is faster), the median of community-submitted results from Blender Open Data.

A
B
Lowest: 2Average: 22Highest: 79

Gaming

A70%Good
B67%Good

Too close to call

Office Work

A77%Excellent
B76%Excellent

Too close to call

Daily Use

A70%Good
B70%Good

Too close to call

Content Creation

A64%Good
B61%Good

Too close to call

02 · Verdict

Too close to call

Both parts score within a few points. Choose on price, availability and the use case that matters most to you.

AIntel Core i7-14700K

70/100

BIntel Core Ultra 7 265K

69/100

AIntel Core i7-14700K

Advantages

  • Threads 28 vs 20 (40% higher)
  • L3 cache 33 MB vs 30 MB (10% higher)
  • Max boost clock 5.6 GHz vs 5.5 GHz (2% higher)

Disadvantages

  • Base clock 3.4 GHz vs 3.9 GHz (13% lower)
  • Blender render score 449 samples/min vs 482 samples/min (7% lower)

BIntel Core Ultra 7 265K

Advantages

  • Base clock 3.9 GHz vs 3.4 GHz (15% higher)
  • Blender render score 482 samples/min vs 449 samples/min (7% higher)

Disadvantages

  • Threads 20 vs 28 (29% lower)
  • L3 cache 30 MB vs 33 MB (9% lower)
  • Max boost clock 5.5 GHz vs 5.6 GHz (2% lower)

03 · Full comparison

Side-by-side specifications

SpecificationAIntel Core i7-14700KBIntel Core Ultra 7 265K
Measured performance
Blender render scoreMedian of community-submitted Blender Benchmark results (Blender Open Data). Higher is faster.449 samples/min482 samples/min Better +7%
Benchmark submissionsHow many results the median is based on. Small numbers are less reliable.2028
Cores & clocks
Cores2020
Efficiency (E) cores1212
Threads28 Better +40%20
Base clock3.4 GHz3.9 GHz Better +15%
Max boost clock5.6 GHz Better +2%5.5 GHz
Memory & cache
L3 cache33 MB Better +10%30 MB
Memory supportDDR4 / DDR5DDR5
Power
TDP / base power125 W125 W
Features
Integrated graphicsYesYes
Platform
ArchitectureRaptor Lake RefreshArrow Lake
SocketLGA1700LGA1851
Manufacturing processIntel 7TSMC N3B
Release year20232024
Launch price$409$394

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Intel Core i7-14700K vs Intel Core Ultra 7 265K at a glance

This page compares the Intel Core i7-14700K and the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K using published specifications and real measured benchmark results. In the Blender Benchmark, Intel Core Ultra 7 265K posts a median render score of 482 against 449 for Intel Core i7-14700K, making it 7% faster. The medians are based on 28 and 20 community submissions.

Intel Core i7-14700K: 20 cores, 28 threads, 5.6 GHz max boost clock, 125 W tdp / base power, released in 2023, launched at $409. Intel Core Ultra 7 265K: 20 cores, 20 threads, 5.5 GHz max boost clock, 125 W tdp / base power, released in 2024, launched at $394.

Core i7-14700K vs Core Ultra 7 265K FAQ

Which is faster, the Core i7-14700K or the Core Ultra 7 265K?

In the Blender Benchmark, Intel Core Ultra 7 265K posts a median render score of 482 against 449 for Intel Core i7-14700K, making it 7% faster. The medians are based on 28 and 20 community submissions.

Which uses more power, the Core i7-14700K or the Core Ultra 7 265K?

Both are rated at 125 W.

How much did the Core i7-14700K and the Core Ultra 7 265K cost at launch?

The Intel Core i7-14700K launched at $409 and the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K at $394. Street prices change often, so check a current price before buying.

Is the Core i7-14700K or the Core Ultra 7 265K better for gaming?

Our gaming scores for the two are within a few points of each other (70 and 67 out of 100). Blender is a rendering benchmark, so also look at independent game benchmarks.

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About this data

Benchmark numbers come from Blender Open Data, a public collection of results submitted by real users, shown as medians with the submission count. Specifications and launch prices are compiled from manufacturer information and may contain mistakes. See how it all works on thePC Parts Comparison page, or report an error through our contact page. This page contains affiliate links: if you buy through them we may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.