Intel Core Ultra 9 285K "Arrow Lake": Windows 11 vs. Ubuntu Linux Performance Showdown

2024-12-20

Phoronix conducted a comprehensive benchmark comparing the performance of Intel's flagship Core Ultra 9 285K "Arrow Lake" processor on Windows 11 and Ubuntu Linux. Testing included various Linux kernel versions and power management settings. Results showed Linux sometimes edging out Windows in performance, thanks to Linux's flexibility and optimizations for newer kernels. The benchmarks highlight the impact of OS choice on processor performance, offering valuable insights for users choosing an operating system.