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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£210
  • Avg. price in US: ~$250
  • PassMark benchmark result: 32513
  • N. of physical cores: 14
  • CPU boost clock speed: 5.0 GHz

Intel Core Ultra 5 235T review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

7.6

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

7.6

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Very good
7.6

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

6.9

Performance

18.0%

8.5

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

8.8

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

8.5

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.7

Platform

1.0%

8.7

Integrated Graphics

Very good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 7.6
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    8.7

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.6

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    4.4

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    5.9

    N. of physical cores

  • 5.3
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    5.6

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    5.9

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    4.6

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    4.4

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235T is a low-power, high-efficiency desktop processor from the Arrow Lake-S series, built on a 3nm process for the LGA 1851 socket. It features a hybrid architecture with 14 cores (6 Performance-cores and 8 Efficiency-cores) and 14 threads, delivering a base clock speed of 2.2 GHz and a maximum turbo boost of up to 5.0 GHz. Key characteristics include a 35W base TDP (scalable to 114W PL2), 24MB of L3 cache, integrated Arc Xe-LPG graphics, and a dedicated NPU for AI workloads. Main pros include exceptional power efficiency for small form factor builds, support for DDR5-6400 memory with ECC, and PCIe 5.0 connectivity. Some cons are its locked multiplier which prevents overclocking, lower base frequencies compared to the standard 235 model, and lack of hyper-threading support.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core Ultra 5 235T

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

7.6
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a technical score of 7.56 points, which is higher than that of 92.5% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

7.6

Overall score

40.0%

9.4

Price

8.1
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.1 points, which is higher than 95.7% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

desktop
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

LGA1851
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T uses the LGA1851 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 98.5% of processors and equal to that of 1.5% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

Z890, B860, H810, Q870, W880
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T supports Z890, B860, H810, Q870, W880 chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 90.3% of processors and equal to that of 1% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

14
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has 14 CPU cores, which is more than 87.1% of processors and equal to 4.3% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

14
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T offers 14 CPU threads, which is more than 69.2% of processors and equal to 1.8% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

1
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T offers 1 threads per core, which is fewer than 69.7% of processors and equal to 30.3% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

5.0 GHz
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T reaches a boost clock of 5.0 GHz which is higher than that of 80.3% of processors and equal to that of 5.7% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

6 x 2.2 GHz & 8 x 1.6 GHz
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a base clock of 6x2.2 GHz & 8x1.6 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

3 nm
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T uses a 3 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 96% of processors and equal to that of 4% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

TSMC 3 nm
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T is built on the TSMC 3 nm foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 96.2% of processors and equal to that of 3.8% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

24 MB
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has an L3 cache of 24 MB which is larger than that of 81.5% of processors and equal to that of 5.8% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

26 MB
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has an L2 cache of 26 MB which is larger than that of 95.4% of processors and equal to that of 0.6% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR5
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T supports DDR DDR5, which is newer than that of 66.4% of processors and equal to that of 12.6% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

6,400 MHz
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T supports memory speeds up to 6400 MHz, which is higher than that of 83.9% of processors and equal to 8.1% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR5-6400 MHz
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-6400 MHz, which is higher than that of 88.5% of processors and equal to 2.4% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

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Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

192 GB
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T supports up to 192 GB of memory, which is more than 83.3% of processors and equal to 6% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

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Intel Core Ultra 5 235T includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 24EU
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T uses the Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 24EU integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 84.2% of processors and equal to that in 0.1% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

48
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has 48 GPU execution units, which is more than 82.5% of processors and equal to 4.7% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

300 MHz
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode/encode)
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 94.6% of processors and equal to 1.9% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

35 W
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a TDP of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.8% of processors and equal to that of 14.8% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

35 W
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a base power of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.7% of processors and equal to that of 15.1% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

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Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

28 seconds
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 3.8% of processors and equal to that of 85% of processors.
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

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Intel Core Ultra 5 235T supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core Ultra 5 235T vs the average processor

  • 78.4% better single-core performance
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (4,430 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (4,430 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.4,430 vs 2,483
  • 3.09x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (32,513 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (32,513 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.32,513 vs 10,532.5
  • 10.4x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (26 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
    When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=6 MB

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (26 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.26 MB vs 2.5 MB
  • 8 more CPU cores
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has more CPU cores than the average processor (14 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
    When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 8+

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has more CPU cores than the average processor (14 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.14 vs 6
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Arrow Lake vs Kaby Lake).
    What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
    When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Arrow Lake vs Kaby Lake).Arrow Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • 2.51x higher multi-core score
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (12,015 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (12,015 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.12,015 vs 4,793
  • 6x more L2 per core
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    E-core module: 4 MB shared
    What it is: The amount of L2 cache available to each CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing per-core cache resources in deeper architectural analysis.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=1 MB/core

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 vs 3.0).
    What it is: The newest PCIe generation the processor can use directly for graphics cards, SSDs, and other high-speed expansion devices.
    When it matters: When you want support for newer GPUs or SSDs, or more bandwidth for high-speed expansion hardware.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 4.0

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 vs 3.0).5.0 vs 3.0
  • Modern CPU socket
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,851 vs FP2).
  • 5 year/s newer release date
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a newer release date than the average processor (2,025 vs 2,020).
  • Supports HMP
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 78.4% better single-core performance
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (4,430 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 3.09x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (32,513 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 8 more CPU cores
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has more CPU cores than the average processor (14 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 2.51x higher multi-core score
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (12,015 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 16.3% higher boost clock
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 6 more CPU threads
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has more CPU threads than the average processor (14 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 4 wider front-end design
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher front-end width than the average processor (8 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 10.4x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (26 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Arrow Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 6x more L2 per core
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • 75% smaller process node
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a lower process node than the average processor (3 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 3x larger L3 cache
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (24 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 3 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 3.6x more transistors
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has more transistors than the average processor (17.8 billion vs 4.95 billion). The average processor has 4.95 billion transistors.
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 vs 3.0).
  • 2.24x higher memory bandwidth
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (102.4 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 3x more memory capacity
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (192 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 2.18x higher memory speed
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (6,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • Supports memory overclocking
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • 2x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has more GPU execution units than the average processor (48 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 22.2% lower base power
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.

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Overall
Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • No multithreading support
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • 6 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (22 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 36.5% larger die size
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher die size than the average processor (243 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
  • No multithreading support
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
    What it is: Lets each physical core run more than one thread at the same time, such as with Hyper-Threading or SMT.
    When it matters: When multitasking, rendering, compiling, virtualization, or other thread-heavy work benefits from more total processing threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 36.5% larger die size
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher die size than the average processor (243 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².
    What it is: The physical area of the processor die, usually measured in square millimeters.
    When it matters: When you are comparing chip scale, packaging density, or broader design differences rather than direct user-visible performance.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <150 mm²

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher die size than the average processor (243 mm² vs 178 mm²). The average processor has a die size of 178 mm².243 mm² vs 178 mm²
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
    What it is: The reported operating temperature of the processor.
    When it matters: When you monitor thermals, cooling, or system stability.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <100 °C

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.105 °C vs 100 °C
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
    What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
    When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: 2

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.1 vs 2
  • 6 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (22 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
    What it is: The ratio used to derive CPU frequency from the base clock.
    When it matters: When you tune or compare overclocking behavior.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >33

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235T has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (22 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.22 vs 28
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What customers like about Intel Core Ultra 5 235T?

  • High energy efficiency with a low 35W TDP, making it ideal for compact SFF (Small Form Factor) builds and NAS setups.
  • Solid single-core performance reaching up to 5.0 GHz, which is well-suited for gaming and single-threaded tasks.
  • Features a 14-core hybrid architecture (6 P-cores + 8 E-cores) providing good multitasking capabilities for its class.
  • Includes an integrated NPU (Neural Processing Unit) for AI-driven workloads and improved productivity efficiency.
  • Equipped with advanced integrated graphics (Arc Xe-LPG) compared to previous generation Iris Xe models.

What customers dislike about Intel Core Ultra 5 235T?

  • Performance regressions in some areas compared to the 14th Gen Intel i5 (like 14600K) due to the removal of hyperthreading.
  • Locked multiplier prevents easy overclocking for users seeking additional performance gains.
  • Higher platform entry cost as it requires a new LGA 1851 socket motherboard and DDR5 memory.
  • Faces stiff competition from AMD Ryzen 5 processors, which are often cited as offering better gaming value and a longer-lived upgrade path (AM5).
  • Market positioning is often seen as awkward, as price cuts on higher-tier models like the Core Ultra 7 can make this mid-range option less appealing.

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
Intel Ultra 5 235 vs Ultra 5 235T - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and 235T are 14-core processors sharing similar architecture and a 5.0 GHz turbo frequency, with their primary distinction being the 235's 65W TDP for higher performance versus the 235T's 35W TDP for efficiency. PassMark data shows the standard 235 offers 19-25% higher multi-threaded performance (approx. 40,176 vs. 32,156) due to higher base clocks, while...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235T is a 14-core, 14-thread desktop processor from the Arrow Lake-S lineup, optimized for high efficiency in small-form-factor (SFF) systems with a 35W base TDP and a 5.0 GHz boost clock. It features 6 P-cores and 8 E-cores, along with an NPU capable of 13 TOPS for AI tasks. The processor provides strong single-thread performance competitive with its 65W...Read more

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hardwareand.co
27/04/2025
Core Ultra 5 225F & 235 Review: Excellent Value for Money

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and 225F, based on the Arrow Lake architecture, redefine mid-range performance by abandoning hyperthreading to focus on efficiency, with the 14-core 235 and 10-core 225F offering excellent power management (often under 70W) and thermal performance, though with limited NPU utility. While offering solid, stable gaming and productivity performance that rivals...Read more

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valid.x86.fr
15/02/2026
CPU-Z Benchmark for Intel Core Ultra 5 235T (Single-Thread)

The AMD Ryzen 5 5600G (6-core, 12-thread) achieved a single-thread score of 615.1 and a multi-thread score of 4825.8 in this CPU-Z validation, utilizing 16GB of dual-channel DDR4 memory. This configuration highlights the strong single-core efficiency of the Zen 3 architecture, making it suitable for responsive daily productivity and eSports gaming. While the processor offers solid...Read more

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labonneconfig.fr
01/02/2025
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T Benchmark - LaBonneConfig

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235T is a 3nm Arrow Lake-S mid-range desktop processor designed for the LGA 1851 socket, featuring a 14-core, 14-thread hybrid architecture. Operating at a low 35W base TDP, it is specifically designed for energy-efficient, compact Small Form Factor (SFF) systems and NAS setups. With a max turbo frequency of 5 GHz, it supports DDR5 6400 MT/s memory and PCIe...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
Q2 2025
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235T is a 14-core Arrow Lake desktop processor designed for high energy efficiency with a 35W TDP. It features a hybrid architecture with 6 Performance cores and 8 Efficiency cores, operating at a base of 2.2 GHz with a 5.0 GHz boost. While maintaining strong single-thread performance (~4,430 rating), the 35W limit results in approximately 19% lower...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
01/01/2025
Intel Core Ultra 5 235T - CPU Benchmarks and Performance Tests

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235T is a 35W, 14-core (6 E) desktop processor from the Arrow Lake-S generation, operating on the FCLGA1851 socket with base/boost clocks up to 5.0 GHz. According to PassMark data, it boasts high power efficiency and a competitive single-thread rating of 4,430, making it ideal for low-power, small-form-factor systems. However, the 35W TDP limits multi-threaded...Read more

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tweakers.net
09/05/2025
Intel Core Ultra 5 225F and Core Ultra 5 235 Quick Test (Includes comparison data for T-models)

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225F and 235 (Arrow Lake) offer class-leading energy efficiency but suffer from disappointing multi-threaded performance due to the removal of hyperthreading. While the 235 (14-core) provides a roughly 29% performance boost over the 225F (10-core), both chips often underperform against 13th/14th Gen Intel predecessors and budget AMD alternatives in...Read more

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sivon.nl
01/12/2025
Round 11 Chromebook Specifications - SIVON

The DevicesRonde11_Specificaties_V0.9 document outlines technical requirements for IT hardware to be used in Dutch schools, setting a baseline for durable, high-performance laptops and tablets. The specifications, which focus on 2026 procurement, ensure standardized quality and longevity across devices intended for extensive student use. Key advantages of the proposed specifications...Read more

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