The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 is a desktop processor for builders putting together a system for everyday computing, multitasking or content creation. Its 10-core design combines six performance cores with four efficient cores, making it suitable for a responsive home or work PC.

With a maximum turbo frequency of 4.9 GHz and integrated Intel Graphics, the processor can handle a range of desktop tasks without requiring a separate graphics card for basic display output. It supports DDR5 memory up to 6400 MT/s and includes 22 MB of L2 cache. This is the tray version, supplied as the CPU itself.

Key features

• Six performance cores and four efficient cores support different types of workload.
• Ten threads provide capacity for concurrent applications.
• Turbo frequency reaches up to 4.9 GHz on performance cores.
• Integrated Intel Graphics can provide display output without a discrete graphics card.
• Dual-channel DDR5 support accommodates memory speeds up to 6400 MT/s.
• PCI Express 4.0 and 5.0 support enables use with compatible expansion devices.

Compatibility

This processor uses the LGA1851 socket and requires a compatible motherboard. Check the motherboard's CPU support list and BIOS requirements before purchase. It supports DDR5 memory. Good to know: this tray listing includes the CPU only, so a compatible cooling solution and other system components must be sourced separately.

In the box

• Intel Core Ultra 5 225
• CPU

Specifications

The Core Ultra 5 225 brings a balanced mix of performance and efficient cores, integrated graphics and modern memory and expansion support to a custom desktop build.