Intel Core Ultra 5 245K vs Intel Core i5-13600K

The Intel Core i5-13600K leads on gaming, scoring 88.6 — about 1% ahead of the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K. For AI workloads the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K is the clear call: it's both faster and better value in that segment. The Intel Core i5-13600K comes out ahead in 3 of the 4 uses we score. On today's street prices the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K is the cheaper of the two: the Intel Core i5-13600K costs around 24% more. For bang for your buck, the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K is the stronger value pick. It's a split call: the Intel Core i5-13600K is faster, but the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K gives more performance for the money.