The Intel Core Ultra 5 225F is a 10-core desktop processor for gaming PCs built around a dedicated graphics card. It combines Performance and Efficient cores with a built-in NPU for AI tasks, and supports DDR5, PCIe 5.0 and Thunderbolt 4.
Key features
- Hybrid design with 6 Performance-cores and 4 Efficient-cores
- Max turbo up to 4.9GHz on P-cores and 4.4GHz on E-cores
- 20MB Intel Smart Cache and 22MB L2 cache
- Intel AI Boost NPU to accelerate AI workloads
- DDR5, PCIe 5.0 and Thunderbolt 4 support
- No integrated graphics, so a discrete graphics card is required
Specifications
| Processor | Intel Core Ultra 5 225F |
|---|---|
| Cores | 10 (6 P-cores + 4 E-cores) |
| Max turbo frequency | 4.9GHz (P-cores) / 4.4GHz (E-cores) |
| Cache | 20MB Intel Smart Cache, 22MB L2 |
| NPU | Intel AI Boost |
| Integrated graphics | None |
| Socket | FCLGA1851 |
| Platform support | DDR5, PCIe 5.0, Thunderbolt 4 |
| Package | Boxed |
Good to know
Because the 225F has no integrated graphics, you need a separate graphics card for display output. Make sure your motherboard uses the FCLGA1851 socket.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between the 225F and the 225?
The main difference is that the Core Ultra 5 225F has no integrated graphics, while the 225 does.
Is the Core Ultra 5 225F good for gaming?
Yes. Paired with a dedicated graphics card, it is a strong choice for gaming and graphics-heavy applications.
Which motherboard is compatible?
Choose a motherboard with the FCLGA1851 socket.