Intel® Core Ultra 5 Processor 245KF 24M Cache, up to 5.20 GHz

Key Points

• 14-core processor with 6 Performance-cores and 8 Efficient-cores.
• Built on a 3 nm production node using TSMC technology.
• Supports PCI-Express Gen 5 for high-speed component connectivity.
• Includes Intel AI Boost NPU with 13 TOPS peak performance.
• Requires a dedicated graphics card as it lacks integrated graphics.
• Supports advanced virtualization features including IOMMU and PCI passthrough.
• Compatible with FCLGA1851 socket motherboards.
• Optimized for calculation-heavy tasks with AVX and AVX2 support.

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF is a powerful desktop processor designed for high-performance computing. Launched in Q4 2024, this chip utilizes the Arrow Lake architecture and is manufactured on a 3 nm process node at TSMC. With 14 total cores—consisting of 6 performance-focused cores and 8 efficient cores—it provides a balanced approach to handling both intensive multitasking and demanding single-threaded applications.

Engineered for enthusiasts and professionals, the processor supports DDR5 memory at speeds up to 6400 MT/s and utilizes a PCI-Express Gen 5 interface for cutting-edge connectivity. It also integrates the Intel AI Boost NPU, specifically designed to accelerate AI software frameworks. Please note that this processor does not feature integrated graphics, requiring a discrete graphics card for display output. With a 125 W base power rating, efficient cooling is recommended to maintain optimal performance under heavy workloads.