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Core i7-8700K vs Core Ultra 9 285K
The Core i7-8700K is quite a bit slower than the Core Ultra 9 285K on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much better value for money, as it's $340.00 cheaper!
Core i7-8700K35% Score
- Up to 64% cheaper – $199.00 vs $539.00
Core Ultra 9 285K75% Score
- Up to 77% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 7 years and 2 months newer
- Up to 8% better value for money
- Up to 64% more expensive – $539.00 vs $199.00
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.
LGA1151
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LGA1851Coffee Lake
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Arrow Lake-SDesktop
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DesktopUHD Graphics 630
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Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU2666 MHz (DDR4)
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6400 MHz (DDR5)Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core i7-8700K or Core Ultra 9 285K?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285K. It's 114% faster than the Core i7-8700K on average across 100+ games, scoring 75/100 vs 35/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 9 285K than Core i7-8700K?expand_more
114% 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 i7-8700K or Core Ultra 9 285K?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285K is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 9 285K worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 75/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core i7-8700K and Core Ultra 9 285K?expand_more
Performance: Core i7-8700K scores 35/100, Core Ultra 9 285K scores 75/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core i7-8700K or Core Ultra 9 285K 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 i7-8700K or Core Ultra 9 285K?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285K is the stronger pick at 75/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
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