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  • Avg. price: ~£910
  • PassMark benchmark result: 17244
  • N. of physical cores: 12
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.9 GHz

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

6.7

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%

6.7

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
6.7

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%

6.0

Performance

18.0%

8.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

7.5

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.3

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.9

Platform

1.0%

9.0

Integrated Graphics

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

  • 6.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    6.7

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    7.1

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.3

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.7

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    5.1

    N. of physical cores

  • 4.4
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    4.6

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    5.1

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    4.6

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.7

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235U is a mid-range mobile processor from the Arrow Lake-U series (Series 2), released in early 2025 and built on a modern 3nm process. It features a unique 12-core architecture comprising 2 high-performance Redwood Cove cores (up to 4.9 GHz), 8 Crestmont efficiency cores, and 2 low-power efficiency cores, supporting a total of 14 threads. Key pros include exceptional energy efficiency with a 15W base TDP (scalable to 57W), a dedicated NPU delivering 12 TOPS for AI-enhanced tasks, and advanced memory support for up to 128GB of LPDDR5x-8400. On the downside, its integrated 4-core Intel Graphics iGPU offers significantly lower performance than the high-tier H-series variants, and its peak clock speeds are slightly lower than flagship Series 2 models.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core Ultra 5 235U

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

6.7
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a technical score of 6.75 points, which is higher than that of 79.1% 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 235U 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%

6.7

Overall score

40.0%

5.7

Price

6.4
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.4 points, which is higher than 49.1% 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

mobile
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% 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

FCBGA2049
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U uses the FCBGA2049 CPU socket, which is older than that of 65.9% 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

N/A
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 235U 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+

12
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has 12 CPU cores, which is more than 81.5% of processors and equal to 5.5% 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 235U 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

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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

4.9 GHz
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U reaches a boost clock of 4.9 GHz which is higher than that of 75.6% of processors and equal to that of 4.6% 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

2 x 2 GHz & 10 x 1.6 GHz
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a base clock of 2x2 GHz & 10x1.6 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 235U 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 235U 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

12 MB
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has an L3 cache of 12 MB which is larger than that of 54.4% of processors and equal to that of 9% 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

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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

112 KB
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has an L1 cache of 112 KB which is smaller than that of 98.1% of processors and equal to that of 0.6% of processors.
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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/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U supports DDR DDR5/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X, which is newer than that of 93.8% of processors and equal to that of 1.3% 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

8,400 MHz
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U supports memory speeds up to 8,400 MHz, which is higher than that of 98.4% of processors and equal to 0.6% 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

LPDDR5X-8400 MHz
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR5X-8400 MHz, which is higher than that of 98.6% of processors and equal to 0.5% 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

N/A
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

128 GB
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U supports up to 128 GB of memory, which is more than 61.9% of processors and equal to 21.4% 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 235U 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

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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

64
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has 64 GPU execution units, which is more than 87.4% of processors and equal to 3.5% 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 235U 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), JPEG (HW decode/encode)
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode/encode), JPEG (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 98.7% of processors and equal to 0.1% 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

15 W
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% 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

15 W
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% 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

57 W
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a boost power of 57 W which is lower than that of 54.6% of processors and equal to that of 1.7% of processors.
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 235U 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

yes
Intel Core Ultra 5 235U supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 12-15 W
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Intel Core Ultra 5 235U vs the average processor

  • 3.73x higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (1,806 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (1,806 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.1,806 vs 484
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U 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 235U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Arrow Lake vs Kaby Lake).Arrow Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • 66% higher single-core score
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,442 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,442 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,442 vs 1,471
  • 43.8% better single-core performance
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,570 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 235U has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,570 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,570 vs 2,483
  • 6 more CPU cores
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has more CPU cores than the average processor (12 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 235U has more CPU cores than the average processor (12 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.12 vs 6
  • 4x more L2 per core
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    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 235U has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.2 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • 2.86x higher memory speed
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (8,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
    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

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (8,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.8400 MHz vs 2933 MHz
  • 75% smaller process node
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a lower process node than the average processor (3 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    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

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a lower process node than the average processor (3 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.3 nm vs 12 nm
  • Advanced security extensions
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U provides more advanced security extensions than the average processor (AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Key, SGX, TXT, OS Guard, Boot Guard, CET, MBEC, TDT, TME, TME-MK vs AES-NI, NX bit, Secure Processor).
  • Broader instruction support
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U supports a broader instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, AVX-VNNI, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA, CLMUL, BMI1, BMI2, ABM, ADX vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • 5 year/s newer release date
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a newer release date than the average processor (2025 vs 2020).
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • Supports HMP
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 3.73x higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (1,806 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 66% higher single-core score
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,442 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 43.8% better single-core performance
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,570 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 6 more CPU cores
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has more CPU cores than the average processor (12 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 14% higher boost clock
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 96% higher multi-core score
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (9,395 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 6 more CPU threads
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has more CPU threads than the average processor (14 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 63.7% higher PassMark score
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (17,244 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Arrow Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 4x more L2 per core
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (2 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 235U has a lower process node than the average processor (3 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 3 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 50% larger L3 cache
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (12 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 2.86x higher memory speed
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (8,400 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4).
  • 2.24x higher memory bandwidth
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U 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.
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 2x more memory capacity
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • Higher JEDEC memory speed
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher JEDEC memory speed than the average processor (LPDDR5X-8400 MHz vs DDR4-3200 MHz). The average processor supports JEDEC memory speed of DDR4-3200 MHz.
  • 2.67x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has more GPU execution units than the average processor (64 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 10 °C higher TJ Max
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (110 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • 8 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (20 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 70.8% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (112 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 10 °C higher CPU temperature
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (110 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
  • 41.7% less L3 per core
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.1 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 70.8% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (112 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    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

    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (112 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.112 KB vs 384 KB
  • 3.64x more expensive
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U is more expensive than the average processor (£910 vs £250).
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U is more expensive than the average processor (£910 vs £250).£910 vs £250
  • 10 °C higher CPU temperature
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (110 °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 235U has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (110 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.110 °C vs 100 °C
  • 8 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core Ultra 5 235U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (20 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 235U has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (20 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.20 vs 28
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What customers like about Intel Core Ultra 5 235U?

  • High power efficiency and low power draw (15W base TDP), making it ideal for thin-and-light laptops
  • Features a dedicated NPU for accelerating AI-based tasks
  • Supports high-speed memory including LPDDR5/x-8400
  • Solid 12-core architecture (2 P-cores, 8 E-cores, 2 Low Power E-cores) for balanced multitasking
  • Integrated Arc-based graphics capable of handling moderate gaming and media tasks

What customers dislike about Intel Core Ultra 5 235U?

  • Lower raw performance compared to 'H' or 'HX' series counterparts within the same generation
  • Some users find it expensive compared to similar AMD Ryzen 5 processors
  • Integrated graphics performance is significantly lower than the H-series variants
  • Not intended for heavy gaming or high-demand professional creative work without a discrete GPU
  • Hyperthreading is no longer supported in this architecture

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
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Intel Ultra 5 125U vs Ultra 5 235U - CPU Benchmarks
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cpu-monkey.com
02/03/2026
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geekom.es
22/07/2025
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tweakers.net
09/05/2025
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