Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF CPU, 20 cores, 5.5 GHz, Socket 1851 (Arrow Lake) – boxed, without cooler

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF is a high-end CPU from the 2nd Core Ultra generation (Arrow Lake), optimised for gamers and professional users. With 20 physical cores and up to 5.5 GHz boost, it delivers outstanding performance for gaming and multitasking. PCIe 5.0, Thunderbolt 5, and Wi-Fi 7 ensure cutting-edge connectivity.

• A total of 20 real processor cores without SMT – ideal for multitasking
• 8 performance cores with 5.5 GHz boost for maximum gaming power
• 12 E-Cores with 4.6 GHz boost ensure efficient operation
• Intel Turbo Boost Max 3.0 for dynamic performance gains
• Unlocked multiplier for manual overclocking and undervolting (OC/UV)
• Supports high-speed DDR5 RAM (dual channel) up to 6,400 MT/s
• Full 20 PCIe 5.0 lanes (16x for GPUs, 4x for SSDs) with high bandwidth
• Note:Only compatible with Intel’s 800-series motherboards using the LGA 1851 socket!
• Note:CPU cooler not included!

Intel Arrow Lake: Lightning-Fast Performance for Gamers and Professionals

With improved clock speeds and the now well-established hybrid architecture, the Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF delivers first-class performance across all applications. Even demanding workloads run efficiently in the background on the E-Cores featuring the new Skymont architecture, while high-performance gaming and professional software benefit from the powerful Lion Cove P-Cores – this Intel CPU excels on all fronts.

The Intel Arrow Lake processors boast significantly improved Instructions per Clock (IPC), resulting in noticeably enhanced efficiency and performance. Despite lacking Simultaneous Multithreading (SMT), the Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF maintains outstanding overall performance. Thanks to the optimised Lion Cove P-Cores and Skymont E-Cores, the CPU effortlessly handles multitasking and parallel processes.

Next-Generation Technology: PCIe 5.0 Support, Thunderbolt 5, and Wi-Fi 7

The hybrid architecture ensures seamless transitions between gaming and productivity, aided by the Intel Thread Director, which efficiently distributes workloads to the appropriate cores. Both core types can be independently overclocked and undervolted for maximum control. The integrated NPU in Intel Core Ultra processors accelerates neural networks and AI-driven applications.

With support for PCI-Express 5.0, the Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF features a total of 24 PCIe lanes, including 16 PCIe 5.0 lanes for graphics cards and 4 PCIe 5.0 plus 4 PCIe 4.0 lanes for NVMe SSDs. This configuration enables higher bandwidths and faster data transfers for even the most demanding applications, whether in gaming or content creation.

Connectivity is also taken to the next level with the Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF: The introduction of Thunderbolt 5 allows data transfer speeds of up to 120 Gbit/s – perfect for state-of-the-art peripherals and high-resolution displays. Thanks to support for Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4, you’ll experience ultra-fast connections, whether with wireless peripherals or a stable internet connection.