Intel Core Ultra 5 245K LGA1851 Arrow Lake 14-Core Processor
Intel
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K LGA1851 Arrow Lake 14-Core Processor
The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K is a 14-core desktop processor built for gaming and content creation. It combines performance and efficiency cores with a dedicated AI accelerator, up to 5.2 GHz boost speed, and support for DDR5 memory and PCIe 5.0. No cooler is included.
Why this product
Hybrid core design for balanced performance
6 high-performance cores paired with 8 efficient cores deliver gaming speed without wasting power on lightly-threaded tasks.
Dedicated NPU for AI workloads
36 TOPS of dedicated AI performance frees your CPU and GPU to handle other tasks simultaneously.
Up to 5.2 GHz boost for demanding games
Performance cores reach 5.2 GHz maximum turbo, with efficient cores climbing to 4.6 GHz for responsive gameplay and quick content rendering.
Modern connectivity out of the box
WiFi 7, Thunderbolt 4, USB 4.0, and native PCIe 5.0 support connect you to the fastest peripherals and networks available.
Unlocked for overclocking
Tweak performance beyond factory settings if you have the cooling capacity and want to extract extra headroom.
- Cores / Threads14 / 14 (6 P-cores + 8 E-cores)
- Max Turbo Frequency5.2 GHz
- Cache24 MB L3 + 26 MB L2
- TDP125W base / 159W max
- SocketLGA 1851
- GraphicsArc Xe2, 64 Execution Units
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- Fits Intel 800 Series chipset motherboards with LGA 1851 socket.
- Supports DDR5 memory up to 6400 MT/s across two memory channels.
- Works with PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 devices; 24 PCIe lanes available.
- Consumes up to 159W at maximum turbo; ensure your power supply and cooling solution meet this specification.
- No CPU cooler included; you must purchase a compatible LGA 1851 cooler separately.
Best for
- Gaming at high frame rates with fast CPU responsiveness.
- Content creation workflows that benefit from both single-thread speed and parallel processing.
- AI and machine learning development with dedicated NPU acceleration.
- Overclockers with high-end cooling solutions seeking extra performance headroom.
Trade-offs
- Budget builds; this processor requires an 800 Series motherboard and DDR5 memory, both more expensive than older platforms.
- Users who need a CPU cooler included; you must budget and purchase one separately.
- Workloads that primarily use older DDR4 memory; native support is limited to DDR5 only.
Made to game. Ready For Anything Embrace the latest generation of performance with the brand new Intel Core Ultra Series 2 Desktop processors, The arrow lake architecture features an improved hybrid architecture incorporating a mixture of high-performance P-Cores and Efficient E-Cores.
Following the tech industries boom in accelerated artificial intelligence these core ultra series 2 chips boasts a new dedicated NPU offering up 36 TOPS of AI performance, It excels at AI tasks and frees your CPU and GPU up for other tasks.
The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K boasts 14 cores and 14 threads, it's capable of reaching boost clock speeds of up to 5.2GHz and continues to provide impressive versatility with support for more and faster DDR5 memory, WiFi 7 connectivity, increased PCIe 5.0 lanes and native support for Thunderbolt 4 and USB 4.0. Be ready for anything with Intel.
General
| Brand | Intel |
|---|---|
| Product Collection | Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) |
| Code Name | Arrow Lake |
| Launch Date | October 2024 |
Core Configuration
| Cores | 14 (6 Performance + 8 Efficient) |
|---|---|
| Threads | 14 |
| Performance-core Base Frequency | 4.2 GHz |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 5.2 GHz |
| Efficient-core Base Frequency | 3.6 GHz |
| Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4.6 GHz |
Memory & Cache
| L3 Cache (Intel Smart Cache) | 24 MB |
|---|---|
| L2 Cache | 26 MB |
| Memory Type | DDR5 |
| Max Memory Speed | 6400 MT/s |
| Memory Channels | 2 |
Power & Performance
| Base Processor Power (TDP) | 125W |
|---|---|
| Maximum Turbo Power | 159W |
| Process Technology | 3nm (TSMC N3B) |
| Instruction Set | x86-64 (64-bit) |
Graphics & AI
| Processor Graphics | Arc Xe2, 64 Execution Units |
|---|---|
| AI Performance (NPU) | 36 TOPS (Int8) |
| Intel Deep Learning Boost | Yes |
Connectivity & I/O
| Socket | LGA 1851 (FCLGA1851) |
|---|---|
| Compatible Chipsets | Intel 800 Series |
| PCIe Version | PCIe 5.0 & 4.0 |
| PCIe Lanes | 24 |
| Supported Connectivity | WiFi 7, Thunderbolt 4, USB 4.0 |
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