The Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF delivers high-end Arrow Lake performance at a lower price by omitting integrated graphics. 20 cores (8P+12E) boost up to 5.4 GHz. Built on TSMC 3nm with 30MB L3 and 36MB L2. NPU for AI, DDR5-6400 support, 24 PCIe 5.0 lanes. Discrete GPU required. 125W base, 250W turbo. Unlocked.
| Cores | 20 (8P + 12E) |
|---|---|
| Threads | 20 |
| P-Core Base Clock | 3.9 GHz |
| P-Core Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz |
| E-Core Base Clock | 3.3 GHz |
| E-Core Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 36MB |
| L3 Cache | 30MB |
| TDP | 125W (250W Turbo) |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake |
| Process | TSMC 3nm |
| Memory Support | DDR5-6400 |
| PCIe | 5.0 (24 lanes) |
| Integrated Graphics | None (discrete GPU required) |
| Unlocked | Yes |
| Socket | LGA 1851 |
Anonymous –
**Decent but platform needs work**
The CPU itself is fine but DDR5 and Z890 boards add up. Total platform cost is still high.
Anonymous –
**Good value without iGPU**
Same great performance as the 265K at a lower price. Just make sure you have a discrete GPU ready.
Michael B. –
**Great CPU**
Very easy to install and tons of speed. Very satisfied with this product at a great price.
Rick T. –
**Excellent for gaming builds**
If you are pairing with a discrete GPU anyway, save the money and skip the iGPU. Performs identically to the 265K.
Zebulon K. –
**Best processor I have owned!**
Upgraded from i5-10600K. Significant upgrade, smooth performance, pushes my RTX 3070 Ti to its limits.