Intel Core Ultra 5 245K LGA1851 4.2Ghz 14-Core CPU

The Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 245K 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 5 245K 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 (24MB) 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 5 245K’s performance-focused architecture, which provides a Max Turbo Frequency of up to 5.20GHz 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 5 245K’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 5 245K a powerhouse for users who need reliable, top-tier performance in both creative and gaming environments.

FEATURES:

• 14 Cores


• 14 Threads


• Max Turbo Frequency of up to 5.20GHz


• 24MB 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: 245K
  
  
  
  


• CPU Specifications:
  
  
  
  • Total Cores: 14
  
  
  • # of Performance-cores: 6
  
  
  • # of Efficient-cores: 8
  
  
  • Total Threads: 14
  
  
  • Max Turbo Frequency: 5.20GHz
  
  
  • Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency: 5.20GHz
  
  
  • Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency: 4.60GHz
  
  
  • Performance-core Base Frequency: 4.20GHz
  
  
  • Efficient-core Base Frequency: 3.60GHz
  
  
  • Cache: 24 MB Intel® Smart Cache
  
  
  • Total L2 Cache: 26 MB
  
  
  • Processor Base Power: 125 W
  
  
  • Maximum Turbo Power: 159 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: 1.90GHz
  
  
  • Graphics Output: DP2.1 UHBR20, HDM2.1 FRL 12GHz, eDP1.4b
  
  
  • X^e-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
  
  
  • Intel® Clear Video HD Technology: 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 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 5 245K LGA1851 5.20GHz 14-Core CPU x1

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