Core Ultra 5 245KvsEPYC 9755
The Core Ultra 5 245K is a mid-range desktop chip for gamers and everyday users, while the EPYC 9755 is a server monster built for massive data centers and heavy multitasking.
Core Ultra 5 245K
Arrow Lake-S · 3 nm · 2024
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EPYC 9755
Turin · 4 nm · 2024
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Overall Performance Score
A unified score from combined synthetic and real-world benchmarks. 100 represents the fastest desktop CPU available.
Side-by-Side Specs
Every detail compared. Highlighted cells indicate the leading value for that metric.
Which should you buy?
The EPYC 9755 wins decisively for heavy server tasks, while the Core Ultra 5 245K is better for everyday desktop use.
For budget-minded buyers, the Core Ultra 5 245K offers a smarter, more affordable choice for typical computing needs.
If you build a single-thread-focused gaming PC, the Core Ultra 5 245K is the right pick over the bulky EPYC 9755.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Core Ultra 5 245K better than the EPYC 9755?
Overall the EPYC 9755 is the stronger processor: it ranks higher in our aggregate performance score (100 vs 26 out of 100), so it leads the Core Ultra 5 245K in most workloads.
How much faster is the EPYC 9755 than the Core Ultra 5 245K?
Based on our aggregated benchmark scores the EPYC 9755 is roughly 285% faster than the Core Ultra 5 245K overall. The real-world gap varies by game, resolution and settings.
Which should you buy, the Core Ultra 5 245K or the EPYC 9755?
If you want the most performance, pick the EPYC 9755. If the Core Ultra 5 245K is meaningfully cheaper where you shop, it can be the better value for similar real-world results — check current prices and the full spec comparison above before deciding.