Core Ultra 5 245K

Core Ultra 5 245K Specifications

The Core Ultra 5 245K is built on the Arrow Lake architecture and manufactured using the 3 nm process. It is compatible with the LGA 1851 socket and supports DDR5 memory with speeds of up to 6400 MT/s. This processor features 6 performance cores operating at a base clock of 4.20 GHz and a boost clock of 5.20 GHz , along with 8 efficiency cores running at a base clock of 3.60 GHz and boosting up to 4.60 GHz , and includes 14 threads. It also comes equipped with 26 MB of L2 cache and 24 MB of L3 cache.

This CPU has a high base TDP of 125 W and a maximum TDP of 159 W. A high-quality air cooler is necessary, while liquid cooling is recommended for optimal thermal management. Good airflow and a reliable power supply are also advised for maintaining system stability.

For users who require integrated graphics, this CPU includes the Intel® Graphics, which features 4 GPU cores. It operates at a base clock of 0.30 GHz and boosts up to 1.90 GHz. This makes it suitable for systems without a dedicated GPU, capable of handling everyday tasks and running older or less demanding games. Integrated graphics can also accelerate specific workloads even when a discrete GPU is installed.

Core Ultra 5 245K Application Performance and Gaming Benchmark Analysis

Core Ultra 5 245K is a mid-range CPU, achieving a relative application performance score of 58.89% of the best possible desktop CPU performance. This CPU is ideal for daily computing, productivity tasks, and multitasking. While it can handle professional applications like 3D rendering and video editing, it may exhibit slower execution and reduced responsiveness under heavy workloads.

Core Ultra 5 245K delivers a balanced application performance-per-price ratio of 61.1%. It provides good value for users looking for a practical balance between cost and performance.

Core Ultra 5 245K is a mid-range gaming CPU, achieving a relative gaming performance score at 1080p resolution of 76.29% of the best possible desktop CPU gaming performance. This CPU provides solid mid-level gaming performance and is best paired with corresponding mid-range graphics cards. Note that CPU-related performance limitations decrease as GPU performance lowers—particularly at higher resolutions—since the GPU becomes the bottleneck.

With a gaming performance-per-price score of 43.7%, this CPU does not offer strong value in this category. As this CPU does not deliver top-tier gaming performance and also has a low gaming performance-to-price ratio, it represents poor value. More competitive options are available at a similar price point.