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Intel Core Ultra 5 245K

Intelenthusiastcritical fields covered· 6/6 detail specs sourced
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K

This enthusiast LGA1851 chip runs 14 cores (6P+8E) at 125W with integrated graphics, aimed at mid-range productivity on the new Arrow Lake platform. The core count and unlocked design suit content and multitasking builds. For pure gaming value the data points to AMD's X3D parts leading at similar money, so frame-rate-first buyers should weigh that.

Scores

Breakdown
Overall70±6

Caliber-forward blend — tier caliber + within-tier price rank 30%, value 25%, confidence 20%, compatibility 15%, upgrade path 10% — renormalized over applicable dimensions.

Beginner Friendliness71
Compatibility72
Confidence69
Pro Readiness60
Upgrade Path73
Value80

The ± band on the overall score reflects sourcing confidence — wider when fewer specs are verified.

How each score is computed: our scoring methodology.

Specifications

SpecValueVerification
socketLGA1851Sourced
cores14Sourced
threads14Sourced
TDP (W)125Sourced
integrated graphicsyesSourced
x3d cachenoSourced

6/6 detail specs sourced. Amber rows are flagged for verification — we show them as reported, not confirmed.

Verdict

Best for

  • Mid-range Intel productivity — 14 cores (6P+8E)

Who should skip this

  • Pure gaming value (AMD X3D parts lead at similar money)

Where to buy

List price $319

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Ecosystem

Intel LGA1851 (native)

Standards

Form factors & standards — interchangeable across compatible builds, not a platform lock-in.

DDR5 (native)

Compatibility

Built around DDR5, Intel LGA1851. Make sure the rest of your build uses the same platform before you buy — mismatched sockets, mounts or standards are the most common return reason. Check it in the builder →

Upgrade path

Buying today, the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus scores higher for less — the smarter pick in cpus unless you specifically want this one. See it →