The Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 265K CPU is a robust processor tailored to power modern digital workloads from AI-driven tasks to intense gaming sessions. Part of Intel’s Core Ultra Series this CPU is designed for creators and gamers seeking cutting-edge performance with AI integration. With a combination of performance cores (P-cores) and eight efficient cores (E-cores) the Core Ultra 7 265K handles multitasking seamlessly offloading background tasks to the E-cores which frees up the P-cores to drive demanding applications and maintain top-notch responsiveness. The processor’s powerful Intel® Smart Cache (30MB) and support for DDR5 memory (up to 6400MHz) make it a versatile choice for creators who rely on high data throughput for large files and smooth efficient workflow. Gamers and Esports professionals will benefit from the Core Ultra 7 265K’s performance-focused architecture which provides a Max Turbo Frequency of up to 5.50GHz for intense gaming moments. With 24 PCIe lanes and Thunderbolt™ 5 support this CPU is optimized for maximum expandability and high-speed connectivity. Built-in Intel® Killer™ Networking reduces lag and packet loss offering a more seamless online gaming experience while AI features like Intel® Gaussian & Neural Accelerator (GNA) help ensure clear communication by filtering background noise in voice comms. The processor’s graphics capabilities also support high-resolution displays including up to 8K resolution on DisplayPort and HDMI making it a powerful engine for immersive gaming experiences. For content creators the Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 265K’s intelligent performance shines in AI-driven applications like generative AI and video production. Intel® Deep Learning Boost enhances AI workloads directly on the CPU speeding up AI model processing for creators working with machine learning or neural networks. The integrated Intel® Connectivity Performance Suite optimizes network performance for smoother streaming and Quick Sync Video accelerates video encoding making this processor ideal for creators streamers and freelancers aiming to elevate their productivity. Together these features make the Core Ultra 7 265K a powerhouse for users who need reliable top-tier performance in both creative and gaming environments. FEATURES: 20 Cores 20 Threads Max Turbo Frequency of up to 5.50GHz 30MB Intel® Smart Cache Support for DDR5 memory Built for serious gaming The best overclocking experience SPECIFICATIONS: Essentials: Product Collection: Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) Code Name: Products formerly Arrow Lake Vertical Segment: Desktop Processor Number: 265K CPU Specifications: Total Cores: 20 # of Performance-cores: 8 # of Efficient-cores: 12 Total Threads: 20 Max Turbo Frequency: 5.50GHz Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Frequency: 5.50GHz Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency: 5.40GHz Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency: 4.60GHz Performance-core Base Frequency: 3.90GHz Efficient-core Base Frequency: 3.30GHz Cache: 30 MB Intel® Smart Cache Total L2 Cache: 36 MB Processor Base Power: 125 W Maximum Turbo Power: 250 W Memory Specifications: Max Memory Size (dependent on memory type): 192 GB Memory Types: Up to DDR5 6400 MT/s Maximum Memory Speed: 6400MHz Max # of Memory Channels: 2 ECC Memory Supported: Yes Expansion Options: Direct Media Interface (DMI) Revision: 4.0 Max # of DMI Lanes: 8 Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4: Yes Scalability: 1S Only PCI Express Revision: 5.0 and 4.0 PCI Express Configurations: Up to 1x16+2x4 2x8+2x4 1x8+4x4 Max # of PCI Express Lanes: 24 Processor Graphics: Processor Graphics: Intel® Graphics Graphics Base Frequency: 300 MHz Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency: 2.00GHz Graphics Output: DP2.1 UHBR20 HDM2.1 FRL 12GHz eDP1.4b Xe-cores: 4 Max Resolution (HDMI): 4K @ 60Hz (HDMI 2.1 TMDS) 8K @ 60Hz (HDMI2.1 FRL) Max Resolution (DP): 8K @ 60Hz Max Resolution (eDP – Integrated Flat Panel): 4K @ 60Hz DirectX Support: 12 OpenGL Support: 4.5 OpenCL Support: 3 Intel® Quick Sync Video: Yes # of Displays Supported: 4 Device ID: 0x7D67 Intel® Deep Learning Boost (Intel® DL Boost) on GPU: Yes NPU Specifications: NPU Name: Intel® AI Boost NPU Peak TOPS (Int8): 13 Sparsity Support: Yes Windows Studio Effects Support: Yes AI Software Frameworks Supported by NPU: OpenVINO™ WindowsML DirectML ONNX RT WebNN Advanced Features: Intel® Volume Management Device (VMD): Yes Intel® Gaussian & Neural Accelerator: 3.5 Intel® Thread Director: Yes Intel® Speed Shift Technology: Yes Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0: Yes Intel® Turbo Boost Technology: 2.0 Intel® 64: Yes Instruction Set: 64-bit Instruction Set Extensions: Intel® SSE4.1 Intel® SSE4.2 Intel® AVX2 Idle States: Yes Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology: Yes Thermal Monitoring Technologies: Yes Security & Reliability Intel vPro® Eligibility: Intel vPro® Enterprise Intel vPro® Platform Intel® Threat Detection Technology (TDT): Yes Intel® Active Management Technology (AMT): Yes Intel® Standard Manageability (ISM): Yes Intel® Remote Platform Erase (RPE): Yes Intel® One-Click Recovery: Yes Intel® Hardware Shield Eligibility: Yes Intel® Control-Flow Enforcement Technology: Yes Intel® Total Memory Encryption - Multi Key: Yes Intel® AES New Instructions: Yes Secure Key: Yes Intel® Trusted Execution Technology: Yes Execute Disable Bit: Yes Intel® OS Guard: Yes Intel® Boot Guard: Yes Mode-based Execute Control (MBEC): Yes Intel® Stable IT Platform Program (SIPP): Yes Intel® Virtualization Technology with Redirect Protection (VT-rp): Yes Intel® Virtualization Technology (VT-x): Yes Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d): Yes Intel® VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT): Yes WHAT’S IN THE BOX: Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 265K LGA1851 5.50GHz 20-Core CPU x1