Core Ultra 9 285

Core Ultra 9 285 Specifications

The Core Ultra 9 285 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 8 performance cores operating at a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.40 GHz , along with 16 efficiency cores running at a base clock of 1.90 GHz and boosting up to 4.60 GHz , and includes 24 threads. It also comes equipped with 40 MB of L2 cache and 36 MB of L3 cache.

This CPU has a high base TDP of 65 W and a maximum TDP of 182 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 2.00 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 9 285 Application Performance and Gaming Benchmark Analysis

Core Ultra 9 285 is a high-end CPU, achieving a relative application performance score of 80.90% of the best possible desktop CPU performance. This CPU is highly suitable for demanding professional applications such as 3D rendering, video editing, and other heavy workloads that require strong multi-core performance and high sustained throughput.

Core Ultra 9 285 delivers a balanced application performance-per-price ratio of 43.5%. It provides good value for users looking for a practical balance between cost and performance.

Core Ultra 9 285 is a mid-range gaming CPU, achieving a relative gaming performance score at 1080p resolution of 79.20% 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 23.5%, 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.