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Intel Ultra 7 Desktop Processor 265K - 20 cores (8P+12E) & GIGABYTE Z890 Gaming X WIFI7 Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) LGA 1851 Motherboard, ATX, DDR5, 4X M.2, PCIe 5.0, USB4, WIFI7, 2.5GbE LAN,EZ-Latch
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Intel Ultra 7 Desktop Processor 265K

Status: Intel Ultra 7 Desktop Processor 265K - 20 cores: Unavailable on Amazon as of . SpecPicks has no in-stock listing with matching specs on file; the search below lists current offers. eBay sellers may still list this model new or used.

Bottom line: The Intel Ultra 7 Desktop Processor 265K is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the processors category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Mike Perry — Hardware researcher since 2014, focused on GPU performance across gaming, rendering, and local-LLM inference. Synthesises community benchmarks, manufacturer specs, and public forum data into actionable buying guides.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Core & Threads 20 cores (8 P-cores + 12 E-cores) and 20 threads
  • ✓ Backed by Intel's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Intel Ultra 7 Desktop Processor 265K using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the processors category. Intel's processors lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for processors of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • Get ultra-efficient with Intel Core Ultra desktop processors that improve both performance and efficiency so your PC can run cooler, quieter, and quicker.
  • Core & Threads 20 cores (8 P-cores + 12 E-cores) and 20 threads
  • Performance Hybrid Architecture Integrates two core microarchitectures, prioritizing and distributing workloads to optimize performance
  • Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
  • DDR5 Compatible: 4*DIMMs with XMP Memory Module Support
  • Power Design: 16+1+2, 80A Smart Power Stage

Full Specifications

BrandIntel
CPU ModelCore i7
CPU SocketLGA 1851
ConnectivityWiFi
Model NumberIntel Ultra 7 Desktop Processor 265K
Power Design16+1+2, 80A Smart Power Stage
CompatibilityPC
DDR5 Compatible4*DIMMs with XMP Memory Module Support
Processor BrandIntel
Processor Count20
CPU ManufacturerIntel
Processor SeriesCore i7
Processor SocketLGA 1851
Processor Core Count20
Processor Number of Concurrent Threads20
Full listing titleIntel Ultra 7 Desktop Processor 265K - 20 cores (8P+12E) & GIGABYTE Z890 Gaming X WIFI7 Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) LGA 1851 Motherboard, ATX, DDR5, 4X M.2, PCIe 5.0, USB4, WIFI7, 2.5GbE LAN,EZ-Latch

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