Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF 4.2GHz LGA 1851 14 Core 14 Threads Processor

The Intel BX80768245KF is a desktop processor built for users who demand smooth gameplay, fast creative workflows, and the option to push hardware past stock limits. Its hybrid design combines six performance cores with eight efficiency cores, giving you 14 cores and 14 threads that divide heavy and light workloads intelligently. Whether you are streaming a competitive match, editing 4K video, or running AI-enhanced software, tasks stay responsive because the right cores step in when needed.

Out of the box, the performance cores start at 4.2 GHz while the efficiency cores begin at 3.6 GHz. When workloads spike, Intel Thermal Velocity Boost can raise clock speeds to 5.2 GHz, and the unlocked multiplier lets enthusiasts overclock further if their cooling and motherboard are up to the task. Because the chip installs in an LGA 1851 socket, it pairs naturally with the latest boards that offer DDR5 memory support up to 192 GB at 6400 MHz and PCIe 5.0 lanes for next-generation graphics cards and NVMe drives.

The processor does not include integrated graphics, so a discrete GPU is required for video output. It also ships without a cooler, allowing you to choose an air or liquid solution that matches your noise and thermal goals. Builders assembling high-end gaming rigs, content-creation workstations, or AI development setups will appreciate the freedom to tailor every component for maximum performance.

• 14 cores in a hybrid layout with 6 performance cores and 8 efficiency cores
• Base clocks of 4.2 GHz on performance cores and 3.6 GHz on efficiency cores
• Boost speeds up to 5.2 GHz through Intel Thermal Velocity Boost technology
• Supports up to 192 GB of DDR5 memory at 6400 MHz
• PCIe 5.0 and PCIe 4.0 lanes for high-speed graphics cards and storage devices
• Intel AI Boost NPU that delivers 13 TOPS of on-chip AI acceleration
• Requires a dedicated graphics card; no integrated GPU
• Unlocked for overclocking to allow advanced performance tuning
• No cooling solution included, so an aftermarket cooler is necessary