Intel Core Ultra 5 245K | Box Version

Intel Core Ultra 5 245K Box Processor – LGA 1851

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K is an unlocked high-performance desktop processor from the Intel Core Ultra Series 2, designed for gaming, content creation, productivity, multitasking, AI-enabled workloads, and enthusiast LGA 1851 PC builds.

Built on Intel’s Arrow Lake architecture, the Core Ultra 5 245K features 14 cores and 14 threads, combining 6 Performance-cores with 8 Efficient-cores for a powerful balance of speed and efficiency.

With a Max Turbo Frequency of up to 5.20 GHz, 24MB Intel Smart Cache, integrated Intel Graphics, and an unlocked design, the Core Ultra 5 245K provides a versatile platform for performance-focused desktop systems.

Key Features

• Intel Core Ultra 5 Processor

• Intel Core Ultra Series 2

• Arrow Lake Architecture

• 14 Cores / 14 Threads

• 6 Performance-cores + 8 Efficient-cores

• Up to 5.20 GHz Max Turbo Frequency

• 24MB Intel Smart Cache

• 26MB Total L2 Cache

• Unlocked Processor

• LGA 1851 Socket

• 125W Processor Base Power

• Up to 159W Maximum Turbo Power

• DDR5 Memory Support

• Dual-Channel Memory Support

• PCI Express 5.0 & 4.0 Support

• Up to 24 CPU PCI Express Lanes

• Integrated Intel Graphics

• Intel Quick Sync Video

• Intel AI Boost NPU

• Box Version

High-Performance Gaming & Productivity

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K processor combines 6 Performance-cores and 8 Efficient-cores for a total of 14 cores and 14 threads. This architecture provides strong performance for modern gaming, content creation, productivity, multitasking, and demanding desktop applications.

Performance-cores can reach frequencies of up to 5.20 GHz, delivering fast and responsive performance for CPU-intensive applications and gaming workloads.

Unlocked Performance

The Core Ultra 5 245K is unlocked, giving enthusiasts additional flexibility for processor performance tuning and overclocking when paired with compatible hardware, adequate cooling, and a supported motherboard.

Integrated Intel Graphics

Unlike the Core Ultra 5 245KF, the Intel Core Ultra 5 245K includes integrated Intel Graphics.

This provides built-in graphics and display capabilities for compatible systems without requiring a dedicated graphics card for basic display output, while also supporting Intel Quick Sync Video for compatible media workloads.

DDR5 Memory Support

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K supports modern DDR5 memory, providing high memory bandwidth for current-generation gaming, productivity, and performance-focused desktop systems.

PCIe 5.0 Connectivity

With support for PCI Express 5.0 and PCI Express 4.0 and up to 24 CPU PCIe lanes, the Core Ultra 5 245K provides modern connectivity for compatible graphics cards, storage, and other high-performance PC components.

Built-In AI Acceleration

The processor features Intel AI Boost, providing dedicated NPU acceleration for supported AI workloads and compatible applications.

Specifications

Brand: Intel
Processor: Intel Core Ultra 5 245K
Product Series: Intel Core Ultra Series 2
Code Name: Arrow Lake
Socket: LGA 1851
Total Cores: 14
Performance-cores: 6
Efficient-cores: 8
Total Threads: 14
Max Turbo Frequency: Up to 5.20 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency: Up to 5.20 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency: Up to 4.60 GHz
Performance-core Base Frequency: 4.20 GHz
Efficient-core Base Frequency: 3.60 GHz
Cache: 24MB Intel Smart Cache
Total L2 Cache: 26MB
Processor Base Power: 125W
Maximum Turbo Power: 159W
Memory Type: DDR5
Memory Channels: 2
PCI Express: PCIe 5.0 & PCIe 4.0
Maximum CPU PCIe Lanes: 24
Integrated Graphics: Intel Graphics
Intel Quick Sync Video: Yes
NPU: Intel AI Boost
Unlocked: Yes
Socket Supported: FCLGA1851
Package Type: Box

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K Box Processor is an excellent choice for enthusiasts building a powerful LGA 1851 gaming, productivity, or content creation PC with unlocked performance, integrated graphics, DDR5 memory support, PCIe 5.0 connectivity, and dedicated AI acceleration.