Best Intel · Processors (CPUs)
Intel Core Ultra 7 265K
Intel's Core Ultra 7 265K offers 20 cores and strong multi-threaded performance at a competitive price, making it a good pick for productivity-focused builds and Intel loyalists.
- Brand
- Intel
- Best for
- Productivity and mixed-use PCs
- Price range
- Mid-range
- Our score
- 8.0/10
Key specifications
| Cores / threads | 20 (8P + 12E) / 20 |
|---|---|
| Boost clock | 5.5GHz |
| L3 cache | 30MB |
| Base power | 125W |
| Socket | LGA 1851 |
Strengths and weaknesses
Pros
- Strong multi-core performance
- Built-in NPU for AI features
- Good value after price cuts
Cons
- Gaming trails AMD's X3D chips
- LGA 1851 upgrade path uncertain
Verdict
Intel's Core Ultra 7 265K offers 20 cores and strong multi-threaded performance at a competitive price, making it a good pick for productivity-focused builds and Intel loyalists. It earns our Best Intel award in our guide to the best processors.
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