Intel® Core Ultra 5 225F LGA1851 3.30GHz 10-Core CPU

Accelerate your workflow with advanced AI capabilities

Step into the future of computing with the Intel® Deep Learning Boost (Intel® DL Boost) integrated into this processor. This technology is specifically designed to accelerate artificial intelligence workloads, making it a powerful tool for machine learning, deep learning inference, and AI-powered creative applications. Supported by frameworks like OpenVINO™ and WindowsML, the Core™ Ultra 5 225F empowers developers and creatives to harness the power of AI, enabling faster processing of complex models and enhancing the capabilities of AI-driven software. This makes it an ideal choice for those looking to leverage cutting-edge AI technologies in their daily tasks and is a key differentiator for this Intel CPU.

Built for tomorrow's demands, today

The Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 225F is equipped to handle the evolving landscape of technology. With support for PCI Express 5.0, you can harness the full potential of the latest high-speed SSDs and graphics cards, ensuring lightning-fast data transfer and reduced load times. Furthermore, its compatibility with DDR5 memory offers increased bandwidth and efficiency, providing a substantial boost to overall system responsiveness. These forward-looking specifications ensure that your system remains at the forefront of performance for years to come, making it a wise investment for any serious PC builder. For those seeking a gaming CPU, Intel processors like this offer a robust foundation.

Reliability and security for peace of mind

Intel understands that performance must be coupled with stability and security. This processor includes a suite of advanced security features such as Intel® Trusted Execution Technology, Intel® Boot Guard, and Execute Disable Bit, designed to protect your system from threats and ensure the integrity of your data. Coupled with robust thermal monitoring technologies and a 3-year warranty, you can build with confidence, knowing your investment is protected and your system is secure. This commitment to reliability ensures that your PC performs optimally and securely, day in and day out. As a leading Intel processor, it exemplifies the brand's dedication to quality.

Please note: A dedicated graphics card is needed to use this CPU. It does not come with integrated graphics.

FEATURES:

• Power through demanding tasks with a 10-core configuration, featuring 6 performance-cores and 4 efficient-cores for balanced multitasking, a hallmark of Intel processors.
• Experience accelerated AI workloads and inference with Intel® Deep Learning Boost (Intel® DL Boost), enabling faster machine learning applications, making it a standout Intel CPU.
• Benefit from enhanced system responsiveness and data transfer speeds with support for the latest PCI Express 5.0 and DDR5 memory technologies, crucial for any modern Intel processor.
• Ensure system integrity and data protection with a comprehensive suite of Intel security technologies, including Trusted Execution Technology and Boot Guard, reinforcing its position as a secure Intel CPU.
• Enjoy smooth and efficient operation thanks to Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, reaching frequencies up to 4.90GHz, and Intel® Thread Director for optimal task allocation, ideal for a gaming CPU.
• Optimise gaming and content creation with support for advanced instruction set extensions like Intel® AVX2, enhancing its appeal as a gaming CPU.
• Deploy with confidence backed by Intel's commitment to quality and a standard 3-year warranty, solidifying its reputation as a reliable Intel processor.

SPECIFICATIONS:

• Essentials:
  • Product Collection: Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
  • Code Name: Products formerly Arrow Lake
  • Vertical Segment: Desktop
  • Processor Number: 225
  • Model: Core Ultra 5 225F
• CPU Specifications:
  • Total Cores: 10
  • # of Performance-cores: 6
  • # of Efficient-cores: 4
  • Total Threads: 10
  • Max Turbo Frequency: 4.90GHz
  • Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency: 4.90GHz
  • Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency: 4.40GHz
  • Performance-core Base Frequency: 3.30GHz
  • Efficient-core Base Frequency: 2.70GHz
  • Cache: 20 MB Intel® Smart Cache
  • Total L2 Cache: 22 MB
  • Processor Base Power: 65 W
  • Maximum Turbo Power: 121 W
  • Intel® Deep Learning Boost (Intel® DL Boost) on CPU: Yes
  • AI Software Frameworks Supported by CPU: OpenVINO™, WindowsML, DirectML, ONNX RT, WebNN
  • CPU Lithography: TSMC N3B
• Memory Specifications:
  • Max Memory Size (dependent on memory type): 256 GB
  • Memory Types: Up to DDR5 6400 MT/s
  • Max # of Memory Channels: 2
  • ECC Memory Supported: No
• NPU Specifications
  • NPU Name Intel AI Boost
  • NPU Peak TOPS (Int8) 13
  • Sparsity Support Yes
  • Windows Studio Effects Support Yes
  • AI Software Frameworks Supported by NPU OpenVINO, WindowsML, DirectML, ONNX RT, WebNN
• Expansion Options:
  • Direct Media Interface (DMI) Revision: 4.0
  • Max # of DMI Lanes: 8
  • Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4: Yes
  • Scalability: 1S Only
  • PCI Express Revision: 5.0 and 4.0
  • PCI Express Configurations: Up to 1×16+2×4, 2×8+2×4, 1×8+4×4
  • Max # of PCI Express Lanes: 24
• Advanced Features:
  • Intel Volume Management Device (VMD): Yes
  • Intel Gaussian & Neural Accelerator: 3.5
  • Intel Thread Director: Yes
  • Intel Speed Shift Technology: Yes
  • Intel Turbo Boost Technology: 2.0
  • Intel 64: Yes
  • Instruction Set: 64-bit
  • Instruction Set Extensions: Intel SSE4.1, Intel SSE4.2, Intel AVX2
  • Idle States: Yes
  • Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology: Yes
  • Thermal Monitoring Technologies: Yes
• Security & Reliability
  • Intel Standard Manageability (ISM): Yes
  • Intel Control-Flow Enforcement Technology: Yes
  • Intel AES New Instructions: Yes
  • Secure Key: Yes
  • Intel Trusted Execution Technology: Yes
  • Execute Disable Bit: Yes
  • Intel OS Guard: Yes
  • Intel Boot Guard: Yes
  • Mode-based Execute Control (MBEC): Yes
  • Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x): Yes
  • Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O: Yes
  • Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT): Yes
• Warranty: 3 Year Warranty

WHAT'S IN THE BOX:

• Intel® Core Ultra 5 225F LGA1851 3.30GHz 10-Core CPU x1

Why Intel?

Intel has been at the forefront of technological innovation for decades, consistently delivering processors that power the world's most essential devices. As a leader in South Africa's tech landscape, Intel provides the reliable performance and cutting-edge features that consumers and professionals depend on. Choose Intel for a proven legacy of quality and a commitment to future-forward computing, especially when seeking a powerful Intel CPU for your next build.