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Intel Core Ultra 5 245K vs AMD Ryzen 5 9600X

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

ACheck Price on AmazonIntel Core Ultra 5 245KBCheck Price on AmazonAMD Ryzen 5 9600X

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APart A

Intel

Core Ultra 5 245K

  • Blender render score 272 samples/min
  • Cores 14
  • Max boost clock 5.2 GHz
VS

BPart B

AMD

Ryzen 5 9600X

  • Blender render score 275 samples/min
  • Cores 6
  • Max boost clock 5.4 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

AMD Ryzen 5 9600X is 1% faster in the Blender benchmark

AIntel Core Ultra 5 245K272

Median of 28 submissions

BAMD Ryzen 5 9600X275

Median of 75 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

A57%Good
B55%Good

Too close to call

Office Work

A70%Good
B73%Good

Too close to call

Daily Use

A62%Good
B65%Good

Too close to call

Content Creation

A44%Fair
B40%Fair

Better pick: Core Ultra 5 245K · Cores: 14 vs 6

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 Ultra 5 245K

58/100

BAMD Ryzen 5 9600X

58/100

AIntel Core Ultra 5 245K

Advantages

  • Cores 14 vs 6 (133% higher)
  • Threads 14 vs 12 (17% higher)
  • Base clock 4.2 GHz vs 3.9 GHz (8% higher)

Disadvantages

  • TDP / base power 125 W vs 65 W (92% higher)
  • L3 cache 24 MB vs 32 MB (25% lower)
  • Max boost clock 5.2 GHz vs 5.4 GHz (4% lower)
  • Blender render score 272 samples/min vs 275 samples/min (1% lower)

BAMD Ryzen 5 9600X

Advantages

  • TDP / base power 65 W vs 125 W (48% lower)
  • L3 cache 32 MB vs 24 MB (33% higher)
  • Max boost clock 5.4 GHz vs 5.2 GHz (4% higher)
  • Blender render score 275 samples/min vs 272 samples/min (1% higher)

Disadvantages

  • Cores 6 vs 14 (57% lower)
  • Threads 12 vs 14 (14% lower)
  • Base clock 3.9 GHz vs 4.2 GHz (7% lower)

03 · Full comparison

Side-by-side specifications

SpecificationAIntel Core Ultra 5 245KBAMD Ryzen 5 9600X
Measured performance
Blender render scoreMedian of community-submitted Blender Benchmark results (Blender Open Data). Higher is faster.272 samples/min275 samples/min Better +1%
Benchmark submissionsHow many results the median is based on. Small numbers are less reliable.2875
Cores & clocks
Cores14 Better +133%6
Efficiency (E) cores8—
Threads14 Better +17%12
Base clock4.2 GHz Better +8%3.9 GHz
Max boost clock5.2 GHz5.4 GHz Better +4%
Memory & cache
L3 cache24 MB32 MB Better +33%
Memory supportDDR5DDR5
Power
TDP / base power125 W65 W Better
Features
Integrated graphicsYesYes
Platform
ArchitectureArrow LakeZen 5
SocketLGA1851AM5
Manufacturing processTSMC N3B4 nm
Release year20242024
Launch price$309$279

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Intel Core Ultra 5 245K vs AMD Ryzen 5 9600X at a glance

This page compares the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K and the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X using published specifications and real measured benchmark results. In the Blender Benchmark, AMD Ryzen 5 9600X posts a median render score of 275 against 272 for Intel Core Ultra 5 245K, making it 1% faster. The medians are based on 75 and 28 community submissions.

Intel Core Ultra 5 245K: 14 cores, 14 threads, 5.2 GHz max boost clock, 125 W tdp / base power, released in 2024, launched at $309. AMD Ryzen 5 9600X: 6 cores, 12 threads, 5.4 GHz max boost clock, 65 W tdp / base power, released in 2024, launched at $279.

Our overall scores are 58 for Core Ultra 5 245K and 58 for Ryzen 5 9600X out of 100. By use case, the better pick is, for gaming: too close to call; for office work: too close to call; for daily use: too close to call; for content creation: Core Ultra 5 245K. Blender measures rendering rather than game frame rates, so treat the gaming result as a guide built from render performance and specifications.

Core Ultra 5 245K vs Ryzen 5 9600X FAQ

Which is faster, the Core Ultra 5 245K or the Ryzen 5 9600X?

In the Blender Benchmark, AMD Ryzen 5 9600X posts a median render score of 275 against 272 for Intel Core Ultra 5 245K, making it 1% faster. The medians are based on 75 and 28 community submissions.

Which uses more power, the Core Ultra 5 245K or the Ryzen 5 9600X?

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K is rated at 125 W and the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X at 65 W, so the Ryzen 5 9600X draws 92% less on paper. Rated power is not the same as power drawn in your own workload.

How much did the Core Ultra 5 245K and the Ryzen 5 9600X cost at launch?

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K launched at $309 and the AMD Ryzen 5 9600X at $279. Street prices change often, so check a current price before buying.

Is the Core Ultra 5 245K or the Ryzen 5 9600X better for gaming?

Our gaming scores for the two are within a few points of each other (57 and 55 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.