Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus Unlocked 18 Core Desktop CPU/Processor
Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus Unlocked 18 Core Desktop CPU/Processor
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Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus Unlocked 18 Core Desktop CPU/Processor

Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus, S1851, Core Ultra Series 2, 18 Cores, 18 Threads, 5.3 GHz Turbo, 30MB Cache, 125W, Retail
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To ensure optimal performance with LGA 1851 motherboards, we recommend checking with your motherboard manufacturer for the latest BIOS update.

Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 250K 18 Core Desktop Processor

Intel Core Ultra 5 Series 2 Processor

Game At Your Peak. Create Without Pause. Embrace the latest generation of performance with the brand new Intel Core Ultra Series 2 Desktop processors, The arrow lake architecture features an improved hybrid architecture incorporating a mixture of high-performance P-Cores and Efficient E-Cores. Following the tech industries boom in accelerated artificial intelligence these core ultra series 2 chips boasts a new dedicated NPU offering up to 36 TOPS of AI performance, It excels at AI tasks and frees your CPU and GPU up for other tasks. The Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus boasts 18 cores and 18 threads, it's capable of reaching boost clock speeds of up to 5.3GHz and continues to provide impressive versatility with support for more and faster DDR5 memory, WiFi 7 connectivity, increased PCIe 5.0 lanes and native support for Thunderbolt 5. Be ready for anything with Intel.


18 Cores

18 Threads

5.3GHzTurbo Frequency

S1851Socket

30MBCache Size

A New Standard of Speed

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6 Performance Coresunleashes the capability to optimise the latest games and gaming software.

12 Efficient CoresProvides multi-tasking power to work, create and play together.

Intel Hybrid Architecture Get legendary gaming performance with newly developed cores that deliver ultra-smooth and responsive gameplay. Improved game performance on classic titles is just a click away with ongoing updates to Intel® Application Optimisation.

Keep Focus & Cut The Lag

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Push Your Memory to its limitsTake advantage of every millisecond with one-click Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (Intel® XMP) overclocking, allowing compatible DDR memory to run at its rated speeds without the need for manual tuning. By applying pre-configured performance profiles directly through the BIOS, XMP helps improve system responsiveness and memory bandwidth with minimal effort. Combined with intelligent platform features designed to maintain efficiency under load, your system can handle gaming, streaming, and multitasking smoothly without unnecessary slowdowns.

An Impeccable Feature set

Next-Generation ConnectivitySupport for modern connectivity standards helps unlock the full potential of next-generation systems. With Thunderbolt™ 5 and Wi-Fi 7 support through compatible platforms, the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus enables ultra-fast data transfers, low-latency networking and high-bandwidth connections for advanced peripherals, displays and storage devices.

Performance-Focused OptimisationIntel’s Binary Optimization Tool and application-level optimisation technologies help software run more efficiently on modern Intel architectures. By analysing workloads and improving how compiled code utilises the processor, supported applications can achieve better performance without requiring manual tuning or complex configuration.

Built-In AI AccelerationA dedicated Neural Processing Unit (NPU) enables efficient on-device AI processing. This specialised engine accelerates AI-driven features such as generative tools, media enhancements and intelligent applications while offloading workloads from the CPU and GPU to improve overall system efficiency.

A Processor For Every Need

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Core Ultra 5Perfect for Light Gaming and Content-Creation.

Core Ultra 7Efficient Performance and Lower Thermals.

Core ultra 9AI-Enhanced content creation in a balanced device.

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Intel Processor Specifications

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Specifications
Model & Type
CPU Type Intel Core Ultra 5
CPU Model Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 Processor 250K Plus
Socket 1851
Architecture Intel® Core Ultra (Series 2)
Manufacturing Process  
Cores & Clocks
No. of Cores 18 Core
No. of Threads 18
Core Ratio  
Clock Speed  
Turbo Speed 5.3 GHz
Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Speed N/A
Thermal Velocity Boost Speed  
Unlocked Core Multiplier Yes
Unlocked Full Range Base Clock (B-Clock) No
Bus Speeds
FSB Speed N/A
QPI Speed N/A
UPI Links/Speed N/A
DMI Speed N/A
Memory Support
Max. Memory Size  
Max. Memory Speed DDR5 - 7200(OC)
Max. Memory Channels 2 (Dual Channel)
ECC Memory Yes
Intel Optane Memory No
Intel Optane DC Persistent Memory No
Lanes & Features
Intel Deep Learning Boost Support No
Scalability 1 Socket/Processor ONLY
Node Controller Support No
PCIe Version 4.0 / 5.0
PCIe Lanes 24
Integrated Graphics
Features Integrated Graphics Yes
Integrated Graphics Model/Type Intel Graphics
iGPU Cores  
iGPU Base Clock 300 MHz
iGPU Boost Clock 1900 MHz
iGPU Max. Resolution  
CPU Cache
L1 Cache  
L2 Cache 30MB
L3 Cache  
Intel® Smart Cache 30MB
Thermals & Package
TDP 125W
Thermal Specification 105 °C
Heatsink/Cooler Included? Not Included, Sold Separately
Package Type Retail
Note  
Additional Information
Scan Code LN168612
Model Number BX80768250K
GTIN 5032037284752
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