Intel Core Ultra 5 245K vs Intel Core i5-14600K

The Intel Core i5-14600K leads on gaming, scoring 89.8 — about 2% 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 i5-14600K 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 i5-14600K costs around 26% 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 i5-14600K is faster, but the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K gives more performance for the money.