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Build Your PCThe Intel Core Ultra 9 285K is the flagship Arrow Lake desktop processor with 24 cores (8P+16E) delivering up to 5.7 GHz via Thermal Velocity Boost. Built on TSMC 3nm with 36MB L3 Smart Cache and 40MB L2. Features NPU delivering 13 TOPS for AI, Intel Xe LPG graphics, DDR5-6400 support, 24 PCIe 5.0 lanes, and Thunderbolt 4. 125W base, 250W turbo. Unlocked.
| Cores | 24 (8P + 16E) |
|---|---|
| Threads | 24 |
| P-Core Base Clock | 3.7 GHz |
| P-Core Boost Clock | 5.5 GHz |
| Thermal Velocity Boost | 5.7 GHz |
| E-Core Base Clock | 3.2 GHz |
| E-Core Boost Clock | 4.6 GHz |
| L2 Cache | 40MB |
| L3 Cache | 36MB |
| TDP | 125W (250W Turbo) |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake |
| Process | TSMC 3nm |
| Memory Support | DDR5-6400 |
| PCIe | 5.0 (24 lanes) |
| Integrated Graphics | Intel Xe LPG |
| NPU | 13 TOPS |
| Unlocked | Yes |
| Socket | LGA 1851 |
Anonymous –
**Needs BIOS maturity**
Raw performance is there but the platform still needs BIOS updates to reach full potential. Early adopter tax.
FBomb –
**Dead Silent**
Paired with B580 motherboard for CAD and gaming. Handles everything with ease and runs dead silent.
Jeremy S. –
**Good upgrade from older Intel**
Upgraded from 2019 i7-8700K. Significant improvements in 4K video editing and gaming with about 20fps gains.
John R. –
**So far so good**
Using for digital audio workstation. Handles multiple soft synths and large audio conversions without issues.
Rick T. –
**Great high end CPU**
Strong results with BIOS adjustments and fast CUDIMMs. Paired with 48GB DDR5 8800. Best gaming system yet.
Zebulon K. –
**Best processor I have owned!**
Upgraded from i5-10600K. By far the best processor with smooth navigation and excellent performance headroom.