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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£260
  • Avg. price in US: ~$270
  • PassMark benchmark result: 39930
  • N. of physical cores: 14
  • CPU boost clock speed: 5.1 GHz

Intel Core Ultra 5 245 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

7.8

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%

7.8

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Very good
7.8

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%

7.4

Performance

18.0%

9.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

9.4

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

5.8

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.8

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%

?

Popularity

  • 7.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    9.0

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    8.7

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.9

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    4.4

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    5.9

    N. of physical cores

  • 6.8
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    9.0

    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 245K is a mid-range desktop processor based on the Arrow Lake architecture, featuring 14 cores (6 Performance-cores and 8 Efficient-cores) and 14 threads, as it notably omits Hyper-Threading support. It operates with a base frequency of 4.2 GHz for P-cores, a maximum turbo boost of 5.2 GHz, and includes 24 MB of L3 cache and 26 MB of L2 cache on a new LGA 1851 socket. Main characteristics include the integration of a dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) for AI workloads and upgraded Xe-LPG graphics with 64 execution units. Its primary advantages are significantly improved power efficiency and lower operating temperatures compared to previous generations, alongside competitive multi-threaded performance in productivity tasks like rendering. However, it suffers from inconsistent gaming performance that sometimes lags behind the older i5-14600K and requires a mandatory upgrade to a new 800-series motherboard and DDR5 memory.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core Ultra 5 245

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%

?

Performance

18.0%

?

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

?

Power & Thermal

4.0%

?

Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

7.8
Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a technical score of 7.84 points, which is higher than that of 94.8% 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 5 245 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%

7.8

Overall score

40.0%

9.2

Price

8.2
Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a quality-to-price ratio of 8.2 points, which is higher than 96.9% 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 5 245 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 5 245 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 5 245 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 5 245 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 5 245 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 5 245 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 5 245 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

5.1 GHz
Intel Core Ultra 5 245 reaches a boost clock of 5.1 GHz which is higher than that of 86.1% of processors and equal to that of 4.1% 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 3.5 GHz & 8 x 3 GHz
Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a base clock of 6x3.5 GHz & 8x3 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 5 245 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 5 245 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 5 245 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 5 245 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

1,408 KB
Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has an L1 cache of 1408 KB which is larger than that of 92.9% of processors and equal to that of 1.4% 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
Intel Core Ultra 5 245 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 5 245 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 5 245 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

256 GB
Intel Core Ultra 5 245 supports up to 256 GB of memory, which is more than 89.4% of processors and equal to 8.3% 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

yes
Intel Core Ultra 5 245 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 64EU
Intel Core Ultra 5 245 uses the Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 84.8% of processors and equal to that in 1.3% 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

64
Intel Core Ultra 5 245 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 5 245 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 5 245 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

65 W
Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a TDP of 65 W which is higher than that of 70% 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

65 W
Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a base power of 65 W which is higher than that of 70.3% of processors and equal to that of 16.4% 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

121 W
Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a boost power of 121 W which is higher than that of 80.1% of processors and equal to that of 0.6% 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 5 245 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

no
Intel Core Ultra 5 245 does not support configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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Intel Core Ultra 5 245 vs the average processor

  • 84.8% better single-core performance
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (4,589 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 5 245 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (4,589 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.4,589 vs 2,483
  • 2.02x higher single-core score
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,975 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 5 245 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,975 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,975 vs 1,471
  • 3.79x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (39,930 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 5 245 has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (39,930 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.39,930 vs 10,532.5
  • 10.4x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 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 5 245 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 5 245 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 5 245 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 5 245 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 5 245 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Arrow Lake vs Kaby Lake).Arrow Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • 18.6% higher boost clock
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    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

    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 6x more L2 per core
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 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 5 245 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
  • Modern CPU socket
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,851 vs FP2).
  • 5 year/s newer release date
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a newer release date than the average processor (2,025 vs 2,020).
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • Supports HMP
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 84.8% better single-core performance
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (4,589 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 2.02x higher single-core score
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,975 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 3.79x higher PassMark score
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (39,930 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 8 more CPU cores
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has more CPU cores than the average processor (14 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 18.6% higher boost clock
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5.1 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 6 more CPU threads
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has more CPU threads than the average processor (14 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 10.4x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 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 5 245 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Arrow Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 6x more L2 per core
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 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 5 245 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 5 245 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 5 245 uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (TSMC 3 nm vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 3.67x larger L1 cache
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (1,408 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 3.6x more transistors
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 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 5 245 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (5 vs 3.0).
  • 8 more PCIe lanes
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (24 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 4x more memory capacity
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (256 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 2.24x higher memory bandwidth
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 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.
  • 2.18x higher memory speed
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 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 5 245 supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5 vs DDR4).
  • Supports ECC memory
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 supports ECC memory, the average processor does not.
  • 2.67x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 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 5 245 has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 5 °C higher TJ Max
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.

Total
Overall
Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • 67.8% slower Blender rendering
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (106.7 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
  • No multithreading support
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 1 fewer threads per core
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has fewer threads per core than the average processor (1 vs 2). The average processor offers 2 threads per core.
  • 89.1% higher boost power
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (121 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
  • 44.4% higher base power
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 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.
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
  • 67.8% slower Blender rendering
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (106.7 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.
    What it is: A Blender render result based on the BMW27 scene, used to show how quickly the processor can finish a heavy 3D rendering task.
    When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >290

    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher Blender BMW27 render time than the average processor (106.7 vs 331.88). The average processor needs 331.88 for the Blender BMW27 test.106.7 vs 331.88
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
    When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • No multithreading support
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 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 5 245 does not support multithreading, the average processor does.
  • 89.1% higher boost power
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (121 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
    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

    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (121 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.121 W vs 64 W
  • 44.4% higher base power
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    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

    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher base power draw than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.65 W vs 45 W
  • No configurable TDP
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
    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

    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 does not support configurable TDP, the average processor does.
  • 5 °C higher CPU temperature
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 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 5 245 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
  • 44.4% higher TDP
    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.
    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

    Intel Core Ultra 5 245 has a higher TDP than the average processor (65 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.65 W vs 45 W
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What customers like about Intel Core Ultra 5 245?

  • Significantly improved energy efficiency compared to the previous 14th Gen Core i5-14600K
  • Operates at much lower temperatures, making it easier to cool in compact or silent builds
  • Strong performance in multi-threaded productivity and creative workloads like Blender and Handbrake
  • Updated integrated GPU (based on Alchemist architecture) offers roughly double the performance of prior generations
  • Modern platform features including native support for DDR5-6400, PCIe 5.0, and integrated Thunderbolt 4/5
  • Includes a dedicated NPU (Neural Processing Unit) for accelerating AI-based tasks

What customers dislike about Intel Core Ultra 5 245?

  • Disappointing gaming performance that often fails to beat its predecessor, the i5-14600K
  • Poor value for gamers compared to AMD's Ryzen 5 9600X or older Intel 14th Gen chips
  • High total cost of entry due to the requirement for new LGA 1851 motherboards and Z890 chipsets
  • Removal of Hyper-Threading can lead to performance regressions in specific single-thread or latency-sensitive apps
  • Inconsistent performance across different software titles, sometimes lagging behind much older CPUs in gaming
  • High memory latency compared to previous monolithic architectures

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pcunboxing.com
26/01/2025
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wepc.com
18/12/2024
Core Ultra 5 245K review: not everything we hoped it would be - WePC

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K, based on the Arrow Lake platform, adopts a 14-core, non-hyperthreaded design designed to significantly improve power efficiency and thermal management. While offering a notable, cooler-running alternative for small-form-factor builds, the chip requires a new, costly LGA 1851 motherboard. Productivity performance is strong, with the CPU showcasing...Read more

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tweaktown.com
28/10/2024
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gamersnexus.net
04/11/2024
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K CPU Review & Benchmarks vs 5700X3D, 13700K & More

Gamers Nexus reviews the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K, highlighting a significant shift toward power efficiency at the cost of gaming performance compared to predecessors and AMD alternatives. The 14-thread CPU, which drops Hyper-Threading, shows notable gains in efficiency-focused workloads, such as 7-Zip compression and Baldur’s Gate 3, while running cooler than the 14600K. However,...Read more

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forbes.com
24/10/2024
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K Review: Best New Mid-Range Processor - Forbes

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techspot.com
04/11/2024
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The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K, a 14-core "Arrow Lake" processor, delivers strong multi-core productivity performance, showing a 9% improvement in Cinebench 2024 over its predecessor, though it lags behind in specific tasks like 7-Zip compression. While the new architecture offers superior power efficiency and lower operating temperatures, gaming performance is underwhelming, with the...Read more

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pcmag.com
25/10/2024
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The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K, based on the new "Arrow Lake" architecture, shifts Intel's mid-range strategy towards efficiency and thermal management over raw speed gains, utilizing 14 cores without Hyper-Threading. It boasts excellent power efficiency and stays cool, but gaming performance is a significant downside, often lagging behind its predecessor and AMD counterparts. While...Read more

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ign.com
25/10/2024
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The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K, reviewed by IGN, prioritizes improved power efficiency and lower operating temperatures over significant gaming performance gains, often trailing the older Core i5-14600K in frame rates. While marking a design shift, the chip struggles to justify its position in the competitive mid-range market, particularly for gamers. Conversely, the processor...Read more

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kitguru.net
12/06/2025
Intel Core Ultra 5 is Pointless – Here's Why | KitGuru

Leo Waldock’s review for KitGuru argues the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K is a "pointless" market offering, largely because the superior Core Ultra 7 265K is frequently discounted to a similar price point. While the processor provides stable, efficient performance and good undervolting headroom for enthusiasts, it suffers from a disappointing, underwhelming gaming experience that often...Read more

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me.pcmag.com
25/10/2024
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K - Review 2024 - PCMag Middle East

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K ("Arrow Lake") shifts focus to efficiency, utilizing a 3nm chiplet design with 14 cores and no Hyper-Threading, resulting in significantly lower power draw and temperatures (approx. 68°C) compared to previous generations. Key benefits include improved multi-threaded performance in specific tasks, native DDR5-6400 support, and a dedicated NPU for AI....Read more

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au.pcmag.com
26/10/2024
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K - Review 2024 - PCMag Australia

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K introduces the "Arrow Lake" architecture, prioritizing improved thermals and energy efficiency over raw performance gains. Featuring 14 cores (6 P-cores, 8 E-cores) on the new LGA 1851 socket, the processor boasts significantly lower power consumption and runs cooler than its 14th-generation predecessors. While efficient, the 245K delivers mixed...Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
25/10/2024
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K - Review 2024 - PCMag UK

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K introduces a chiplet-based architecture using TSMC's 3nm process, featuring 14 cores and 14 threads (dropping Hyper-Threading). It demonstrates impressive efficiency improvements over the i5-14600K, running significantly cooler (maximum 68°C) and consuming roughly 26% less power under load. While the 245K offers strong multi-threaded performance in...Read more

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igorslab.de
16/06/2025
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hardwaredealz.com
01/10/2024
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hardwarecooking.fr
24/10/2024
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The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K introduces a chiplet-based "Arrow Lake" design, shifting focus toward superior energy efficiency and thermal management over raw speed. While offering strong productivity performance with a 7-11% IPC lead in creative tasks, it drops Hyper-Threading and often lags in gaming due to higher memory latency. Key advantages include significantly lower power...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
24/10/2024
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lesnumeriques.com
24/10/2024
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pausehardware.com
03/11/2024
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hardwareand.co
24/10/2024
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25/10/2024
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profesionalreview.com
24/10/2024
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10/02/2025
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04/12/2024
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24 de Octubre, 2024
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elchapuzasinformatico.com
24 de Octubre, 2024
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24 de Octubre, 2024
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muycomputer.com
24 de Octubre, 2024
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K Review: Making a Strong Impression in the Mid-Range

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03/01/2025
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multiplayer.it
15/11/2024
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K review: the mid-range CPU with hit-or-miss performance

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tomshw.it
25/10/2024
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K: The new mid-range benchmark?

The Tom's Hardware Italy review highlights the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K as a new, highly efficient, and cool-running mid-range contender, boasting excellent productivity performance due to the modular Arrow Lake architecture. While it excels in multi-threaded tasks, often rivaling or beating its predecessors in rendering workloads, the chip suffers from significant gaming performance...Read more

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tweakers.net
24/10/2024
Intel Core Ultra 5 245K, 7 265K, and 9 285K Review - Tweakers

The Intel Core Ultra 200S series (9 285K, 7 265K, 5 245K) signals a major architectural shift to Arrow Lake and the LGA1851 socket, with Tweakers highlighting a primary pro of significantly improved energy efficiency and lower power consumption compared to the 14th-gen predecessors. While productivity performance is strong, with the 9 285K excelling in multi-threaded tasks, the 5...Read more

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