Counter-Strike 2
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Core Ultra 5 225 vs Core Ultra 7 270K Plus
The Core Ultra 5 225 is slightly slower than the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much better value for money, as it's $139.45 cheaper!
Core Ultra 5 22566% Score
- Up to 22% cheaper – $178.55 vs $318.00
- Up to 7% better value for money
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus77% Score
- Up to 13% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 1 year and 2 months newer
- Up to 22% more expensive – $318.00 vs $178.55
FPS Comparison Across Popular Games
Predicted average FPS at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K, based on real game benchmarks.
Specs & Benchmark Comparison
Side-by-side specs, synthetic benchmarks, and key hardware differences.
L3 Cachehelp
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has 16 MB more L3 cache.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus has a 12% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus boosts 12% higher.
LGA1851
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LGA1851Arrow Lake-S
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Arrow Lake RefreshDesktop
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DesktopArc Xe-LPG Graphics 16EU
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Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU6400 MHz (DDR5)
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7200 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 5 225 or Core Ultra 7 270K Plus?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus. It's 17% faster than the Core Ultra 5 225 on average across 100+ games, scoring 77/100 vs 66/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 7 270K Plus than Core Ultra 5 225?expand_more
17% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core Ultra 5 225 or Core Ultra 7 270K Plus?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 77/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core Ultra 5 225 and Core Ultra 7 270K Plus?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 5 225 scores 66/100, Core Ultra 7 270K Plus scores 77/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core Ultra 5 225 or Core Ultra 7 270K Plus bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core Ultra 5 225 or Core Ultra 7 270K Plus?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus is the stronger pick at 77/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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