Intel Core Ultra 5 225 BX80768225 desktop processor

Core Ultra 5 225 desktop processor

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 is a 10-core desktop CPU built on the Arrow Lake architecture. It combines six performance cores and four efficient cores for a total of 10 threads. Base clocks sit at 3.3 GHz for P-cores and 2.7 GHz for E-cores, with maximum turbo reaching 4.9 GHz and 4.4 GHz respectively. It targets builders who want modern 3 nm process technology in a 65 W package.

LGA 1851 platform with DDR5 support

The processor drops into the new LGA 1851 socket, so a compatible motherboard and DDR5 memory kit are required. The dual-channel controller officially supports up to 6400 MT/s and a maximum capacity of 256 GB. Integrated Intel Graphics run at a 300 MHz base and can boost to 1.8 GHz, providing a display output without a discrete card and freeing a PCIe slot for other add-in boards.

Sustained 65 W operation with large cache

With a 65 W base power rating, the chip is designed to maintain its performance cores near rated frequencies during extended workloads rather than only in short bursts. The 22 MB L2 and 20 MB L3 caches keep frequently used data close to the cores, reducing memory latency when the processor runs flat out for long periods. This combination of moderate power and generous cache helps deliver consistent throughput for rendering, compilation or multi-tasking sessions that last hours.