Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 265K Processor

The Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 Processor 265K is a cutting-edge desktop CPU designed for high-performance computing, AI workloads, and content creation. With a total of 20 cores — including 8 performance cores and 12 efficient cores — and a maximum turbo frequency of 5.5 GHz, this processor delivers ultra-responsive multitasking and exceptional processing speed for demanding desktop applications. Built on the TSMC N3B lithography, it integrates a blend of advanced AI capabilities and robust graphics performance, making it a powerful solution for next-gen desktop systems.

Supporting up to 256 GB of DDR5-6400 memory, this processor handles memory-intensive workloads efficiently. It features Intel® AI Boost NPU, Intel® Graphics with Xe-cores, and up to 24 PCIe 5.0 lanes, offering developers, gamers, and power users the flexibility to deploy high-speed GPUs, SSDs, and peripherals. With support for AI software frameworks like OpenVINO™, ONNX RT, and WindowsML, the Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 265K also enables superior performance for AI-enhanced productivity tools and workloads.

Key Features:

• 20 Cores and 20 Threads: Featuring a hybrid architecture with 8 performance cores and 12 efficient cores for high multitasking and power efficiency.

• Maximum Turbo Frequency of 5.5 GHz: Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 for peak performance in demanding tasks.

• Integrated Intel® Graphics with 4 Xe-cores: Supports resolutions up to 8K and multiple displays with DP 2.1 and HDMI 2.1 output.

• AI Processing Power: 33 overall CPU TOPS, 13 NPU TOPS, and support for leading AI frameworks including OpenVINO™, ONNX RT, and WindowsML.

• DDR5 Support: Compatible with up to 256 GB DDR5 memory at 6400 MHz for superior memory bandwidth.

• PCI Express 5.0 and Thunderbolt™ 4: Ensures ultra-fast communication with next-gen GPUs, storage devices, and external hardware.

• Security and Manageability: Includes Intel® Hardware Shield, Intel® Control-Flow Enforcement Technology, vPro® Enterprise eligibility, and various virtualization technologies for enterprise-grade protection.

Specifications:

Processor Details:

• Product Collection: Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)

• Code Name: Products formerly Arrow Lake

• Vertical Segment: Desktop

• Processor Number: 265K

• Total Cores: 20 (8 P-cores, 12 E-cores)

• Total Threads: 20

• Max Turbo Frequency: 5.5 GHz

• Base Frequency (P-cores/E-cores): 3.9 GHz / 3.3 GHz

• Cache: 30 MB Intel® Smart Cache, 36 MB L2 Cache

• Processor Base Power: 125 W

• Maximum Turbo Power: 250 W

• Lithography: TSMC N3B

• Launch Date: Q4'24

• Marketing Status: Launched

• Recommended Customer Price: $394.00 - $404.00

Memory:

• Max Memory Size: 256 GB

• Memory Types: Up to DDR5-6400 MT/s

• Max Memory Speed: 6400 MHz

• Memory Channels: 2

• ECC Memory Supported: Yes

Graphics:

• GPU Name: Intel® Graphics

• Base Frequency: 300 MHz

• Max Dynamic Frequency: 2 GHz

• GPU Peak TOPS (Int8): 8

• Graphics Output: DP 2.1, HDMI 2.1, eDP 1.4b

• Xe-cores: 4

• Max Resolution (HDMI): 8K @ 60Hz

• Max Resolution (DP): 8K @ 60Hz

• Max Resolution (eDP): 4K @ 60Hz

• DirectX / OpenGL / OpenCL Support: 12 / 4.5 / 3

• Displays Supported: 4

• Intel® Quick Sync Video: Yes

AI & NPU:

• Intel® Deep Learning Boost (CPU/GPU): Yes

• NPU Name: Intel® AI Boost

• NPU Peak TOPS (Int8): 13

• Sparsity Support: Yes

• Windows Studio Effects Support: Yes

• Supported Frameworks: OpenVINO™, WindowsML, DirectML, ONNX RT, WebNN

Connectivity & Expansion:

• DMI Revision: 4

• Max DMI Lanes: 8

• Thunderbolt™ 4: Yes

• PCI Express Revision: 5.0 and 4.0

• PCIe Configurations: Up to 1x16+2x4, 2x8+2x4, 1x8+4x4

• PCIe Lanes: 24

Platform Compatibility:

• Socket: FCLGA1851

• Max Operating Temperature: 105°C

• Thermal Solution: PCG 2020A

Advanced Technologies:

• Intel® Thread Director, Speed Shift, Turbo Boost Max 3.0

• Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0

• Instruction Sets: Intel® SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2

• Enhanced Intel SpeedStep®, Thermal Monitoring

• Intel® Volume Management Device (VMD)

Security & Manageability:

• Intel vPro® Enterprise

• Intel® TDT, AMT, ISM, RPE, One-Click Recovery

• Intel® Hardware Shield, Secure Key, Control-Flow Enforcement

• Intel® AES-NI, Trusted Execution Technology, OS Guard, Boot Guard

• MBEC, SIPP, VT-x, VT-d, VT-x with EPT, VT-rp

Conclusion:
The Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 Processor 265K is engineered for users who demand elite performance, integrated AI acceleration, and seamless graphics—all in one powerful desktop CPU. Designed to support future-ready computing, it is a fitting choice for professionals, creators, gamers, and power users seeking intelligent multitasking and responsive computing environments.