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Core Ultra 7 265F vs Core i3-12100F
The Core Ultra 7 265F is quite a bit faster than the Core i3-12100F on average across 100+ games. However, it's a much worse value for money, as it's $222.47 more expensive!
Core Ultra 7 265F67% Score
- Up to 28% faster on average across 100+ games
- Is 3 years and 1 month newer
- Up to 291% more expensive – $338.46 vs $115.99
Core i3-12100F48% Score
- Up to 291% cheaper – $115.99 vs $338.46
- Up to 205% better value for money
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.
Base Frequencyhelp
Core i3-12100F has a 38% higher base clock.
Turbo Frequencyhelp
Core Ultra 7 265F boosts 23% higher.
LGA1851
Sockethelp
LGA1700Arrow Lake-S
Codenamehelp
Alder Lake-SDesktop
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DesktopNo Integrated Graphics
Integrated GPUhelp
No Integrated Graphics6400 MHz (DDR5)
RAMhelp
3200 MHz (DDR4), 4800 MHz (DDR5)Not Overclockable
Overclock Supporthelp
Not OverclockableFrequently Asked Questions
compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 7 265F or Core i3-12100F?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 265F. It's 40% faster than the Core i3-12100F on average across 100+ games, scoring 67/100 vs 48/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 7 265F than Core i3-12100F?expand_more
40% 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 7 265F or Core i3-12100F?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 265F is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 7 265F worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 67/100 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 7 265F and Core i3-12100F?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 7 265F scores 67/100, Core i3-12100F scores 48/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core Ultra 7 265F or Core i3-12100F 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 7 265F or Core i3-12100F?expand_more
The Core Ultra 7 265F is the stronger pick at 67/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.
Popular Comparisons
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