Core Ultra 5 235H vs EPYC 7282

CPU

GPU

Core Ultra 5 235H

14 Cores14 Thrd20 WWMax: 5 GHz2025

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EPYC 7282

16 Cores32 Thrd120 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2019

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Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core Ultra 5 235H

14 / 14

29,820

0.0%

30,201

+1.3%

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 5995WX

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core Ultra 5 235H

2025

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +53.8% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 20W instead of 120W, a 100W reduction.
✅Newer platform on FCBGA2049 with DDR5 support instead of SP3 and DDR4.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Intel Arc 140T Graphics, while EPYC 7282 needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (18 MB vs 64 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than EPYC 7282, which brings 16 cores / 32 threads and 128 PCIe lanes.

EPYC 7282

2019

Why buy it

✅+255.6% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 18 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 16 cores / 32 threads, plus 128 PCIe lanes vs 28.
✅357.1% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 28) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core Ultra 5 235H across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Cinebench R23 multi-core (13,500 vs 17,607).
❌Launch MSRP is still $650 MSRP, while Core Ultra 5 235H mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌500% higher power demand at 120W vs 20W.
❌Older platform position on SP3 with DDR4, while Core Ultra 5 235H moves to FCBGA2049 and DDR5.

Core Ultra 5 235H

2025

EPYC 7282

2019

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +53.8% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 20W instead of 120W, a 100W reduction.
✅Newer platform on FCBGA2049 with DDR5 support instead of SP3 and DDR4.
✅Integrated graphics onboard with Intel Arc 140T Graphics, while EPYC 7282 needs a discrete GPU.

Why buy it

✅+255.6% larger total L3 cache (64 MB vs 18 MB).
✅Better for workstations and heavier parallel workloads: 16 cores / 32 threads, plus 128 PCIe lanes vs 28.
✅357.1% more PCIe lanes (128 vs 28) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Smaller total L3 cache (18 MB vs 64 MB).
❌Less compelling for workstation-style loads than EPYC 7282, which brings 16 cores / 32 threads and 128 PCIe lanes.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core Ultra 5 235H across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower Cinebench R23 multi-core (13,500 vs 17,607).
❌Launch MSRP is still $650 MSRP, while Core Ultra 5 235H mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.
❌500% higher power demand at 120W vs 20W.
❌Older platform position on SP3 with DDR4, while Core Ultra 5 235H moves to FCBGA2049 and DDR5.

Quick Answers

So, is Core Ultra 5 235H better than EPYC 7282?

Not in a simple one-size-fits-all way. EPYC 7282 makes more sense for workstation-style multi-core throughput, while Core Ultra 5 235H is the better mainstream desktop choice for gaming, platform cost, and day-to-day practicality.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core Ultra 5 235H is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 53.8% more average FPS across 4 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core Ultra 5 235H is the better fit. You are getting 30.4% better Cinebench R23 multi-core, backed by 14 cores and 14 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core Ultra 5 235H is still the faster CPU overall, but EPYC 7282 makes more sense if price matters more than absolute performance. Core Ultra 5 235H is at an unclear MSRP at unclear MSRP versus $650 MSRP, and it gives you a 53.8% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. EPYC 7282 is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (46.5 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), which is why it is easier to justify for price-conscious builds on paper.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

Core Ultra 5 235H is the more future-proof choice for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2025 vs 2019), a healthier platform with FCBGA2049 and DDR5 instead of SP3, and more multi-core headroom with 14 cores / 14 threads instead of 16/32. That should give you a better long-term upgrade path for motherboard, RAM, and future CPU swaps.

Games Benchmarks

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Core Ultra 5 235H Benchmark Check

EPYC 7282 Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core Ultra 5 235H	EPYC 7282
1080p
low	299 FPS	159 FPS
medium	262 FPS	129 FPS
high	218 FPS	108 FPS
ultra	187 FPS	86 FPS
1440p
low	245 FPS	140 FPS
medium	193 FPS	112 FPS
high	157 FPS	89 FPS
ultra	138 FPS	71 FPS
4K
low	168 FPS	68 FPS
medium	134 FPS	57 FPS
high	104 FPS	45 FPS
ultra	90 FPS	37 FPS

Open Core Ultra 5 235H Open EPYC 7282

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core Ultra 5 235H	EPYC 7282
1080p
low	746 FPS	419 FPS
medium	625 FPS	371 FPS
high	499 FPS	305 FPS
ultra	440 FPS	245 FPS
1440p
low	704 FPS	353 FPS
medium	566 FPS	319 FPS
high	453 FPS	270 FPS
ultra	379 FPS	208 FPS
4K
low	415 FPS	219 FPS
medium	339 FPS	201 FPS
high	311 FPS	171 FPS
ultra	268 FPS	138 FPS

Open Core Ultra 5 235H Open EPYC 7282

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core Ultra 5 235H	EPYC 7282
1080p
low	746 FPS	632 FPS
medium	746 FPS	514 FPS
high	746 FPS	458 FPS
ultra	653 FPS	402 FPS
1440p
low	746 FPS	493 FPS
medium	721 FPS	400 FPS
high	624 FPS	351 FPS
ultra	537 FPS	305 FPS
4K
low	628 FPS	367 FPS
medium	519 FPS	285 FPS
high	458 FPS	243 FPS
ultra	383 FPS	197 FPS

Open Core Ultra 5 235H Open EPYC 7282

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core Ultra 5 235H	EPYC 7282
1080p
low	746 FPS	755 FPS
medium	746 FPS	755 FPS
high	746 FPS	664 FPS
ultra	741 FPS	581 FPS
1440p
low	746 FPS	663 FPS
medium	746 FPS	584 FPS
high	677 FPS	501 FPS
ultra	579 FPS	427 FPS
4K
low	604 FPS	475 FPS
medium	538 FPS	428 FPS
high	486 FPS	376 FPS
ultra	423 FPS	323 FPS

Open Core Ultra 5 235H Open EPYC 7282

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core Ultra 5 235H and EPYC 7282

Core Ultra 5 235H

The Core Ultra 5 235H is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It is based on the Arrow Lake-H (2025) architecture. It features 14 cores and 14 threads. Base frequency is 4.4 GHz, with boost up to 5 GHz. L3 cache: 18 MB. Built on 5 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2049. Thermal design power (TDP): 20 MB + 18 MB. Memory support: DDR5-6400. Passmark benchmark score: 29,820 points. Launch price was $354.

EPYC 7282

The EPYC 7282 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Zen 2 (2017−2020) architecture. It features 16 cores and 32 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 64 MB. L2 cache: 8 MB. Built on 7 nm, 14 nm process technology. Socket: SP3. Thermal design power (TDP): 120 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Eight-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 30,201 points. Launch price was $650.

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Processing Power

The Core Ultra 5 235H packs 14 cores / 14 threads, while the EPYC 7282 offers 16 cores / 32 threads — the EPYC 7282 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 5 GHz on the Core Ultra 5 235H versus 3.2 GHz on the EPYC 7282 — a 43.9% clock advantage for the Core Ultra 5 235H (base: 4.4 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Core Ultra 5 235H uses the Arrow Lake-H (2025) architecture (5 nm), while the EPYC 7282 uses Zen 2 (2017−2020) (7 nm, 14 nm). In PassMark, the Core Ultra 5 235H scores 29,820 against the EPYC 7282's 30,201 — a 1.3% lead for the EPYC 7282. Cinebench R23 multi-core: 17,607 vs 13,500 (26.4% advantage for the Core Ultra 5 235H). Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 2,693 vs 1,086, a 85% lead for the Core Ultra 5 235H that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 14,040 vs 7,638 (59.1% advantage for the Core Ultra 5 235H). L3 cache: 18 MB on the Core Ultra 5 235H vs 64 MB on the EPYC 7282.

Feature	Core Ultra 5 235H	EPYC 7282
Cores / Threads	14 / 14	16 / 32+14%
Boost Clock	5 GHz+56%	3.2 GHz
Base Clock	4.4 GHz+57%	2.8 GHz
L3 Cache	18 MB	64 MB+256%
L2 Cache	—	8 MB
Process	5 nm-29%	7 nm, 14 nm
Architecture	Arrow Lake-H (2025)	Zen 2 (2017−2020)
PassMark	29,820	30,201+1%
Cinebench R23 Multi	17,607+30%	13,500
Geekbench 6 Single	2,693+148%	1,086
Geekbench 6 Multi	14,040+84%	7,638

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Memory & Platform

The Core Ultra 5 235H uses the FCBGA2049 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the EPYC 7282 uses SP3 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-6400 on the Core Ultra 5 235H versus DDR4-3200 on the EPYC 7282 — the Core Ultra 5 235H supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The EPYC 7282 supports up to 4096 GB of RAM compared to 192 GB — 182.1% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 2 (Core Ultra 5 235H) vs 8 (EPYC 7282). PCIe lanes: 28 (Core Ultra 5 235H) vs 128 (EPYC 7282) — the EPYC 7282 offers 100 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: WM880,HM870 (Core Ultra 5 235H) and SP3,Rome (EPYC 7282).

Feature	Core Ultra 5 235H	EPYC 7282
Socket	FCBGA2049	SP3
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR5-6400+25%	DDR4-3200
Max RAM Capacity	192 GB	4096 GB+2033%
RAM Channels	2	8+300%
ECC Support	No	Yes
PCIe Lanes	28	128+357%

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Advanced Features

Only the Core Ultra 5 235H has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core Ultra 5 235H) vs AMD-V, SEV (EPYC 7282). The Core Ultra 5 235H includes integrated graphics (Intel Arc 140T Graphics), while the EPYC 7282 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 5 235H targets Thin-and-light Performance Laptop, EPYC 7282 targets Edge Server / Entry Server. Direct competitor: Core Ultra 5 235H rivals Ryzen 7 9800H; EPYC 7282 rivals Xeon Silver 4216.

Feature	Core Ultra 5 235H	EPYC 7282
Integrated GPU	Yes	No
IGPU Model	Intel Arc 140T Graphics	—
Unlocked	Yes	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d, EPT	AMD-V, SEV
Target Use	Thin-and-light Performance Laptop	Edge Server / Entry Server