MICRO CENTER CPU Motherboard Combo - Ultra 7 265KF Desktop Processor 20 cores up to 5.5 GHz with Pro Z890-S WiFi lga 1851 Motherboard
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Bottom line: The MICRO CENTER CPU Motherboard Combo - Ultra 7 265KF Desktop Processor 20 cores up to 5.5 GHz with Pro Z890-S WiFi lga 1851 Motherboard is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro motherboards category, priced around $459.99. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored MICRO CENTER CPU Motherboard Combo - Ultra 7 265KF Desktop Processor… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the retro motherboards category. Micro Center's retro motherboards 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 retro motherboards 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 Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Lightning Fast Game experience: PCIe 5.0 slot and Lightning Gen 5 x4 M.2
- ✓ Backed by Micro Center's warranty and support channels
- ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy
Cons
- ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
- ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified
Key Features
- Get ultra-efficient with Intel Ultra desktop processors that improve both performance and efficiency so your PC can run cooler, quieter, and quicker
- 20 cores (8 P-cores + 12 E-cores) and 20 threads, performance unlocked Up to 5.5 GHz. 36MB Cache, Intel LGA 1851 Socket and 125W Processor Base Power. Discrete graphics required
- PRO Z890-S WIFI offers a simple design with a harmonious silver color scheme that perfectly matches both white and black PC builds
- Enhanced Power Design: 12+1+1+1 Duet Rail Power System with P-PAK , dual 8-pin CPU power connectors, Core Boost, Memory Boost, 6-layer server-grade PCB
- Frozr Guard: Extended Heatsink, MOSFET thermal pads rated for 7W/mK, additional choke thermal pads and M.2 Shield Frozr are built for high performance system and non-stop experience
- Lightning Fast Game experience: PCIe 5.0 slot and Lightning Gen 5 x4 M.2
Full Specifications
| Brand | Micro Center |
|---|---|
| EZ DIY | EZ M.2 Clip II, EZ PCIe Clip II and EZ Antenna |
| Weight | 2.5g |
| Wattage | 125 watts |
| Platform | Windows |
| CPU Model | Intel Core Ultra 7 |
| CPU Speed | 5.5 GHz |
| CPU Socket | LGA 1851 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Connectivity | USB-C, WiFi |
| Model Number | 265KPROZ890SWF |
| Compatibility | PC |
| Thunderbolt 4 | brings Thunderbolt to USB-C at true 40 Gb/s speeds, 8K display support, Daisy-Chain, Multi-Port Accessory Architecture and USB 4.0 compliant |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Processor Brand | Intel |
| Processor Count | 20 |
| Processor Speed | 5.5 GHz |
| Secondary Cache | 33 MB |
| CPU Manufacturer | Intel |
| Processor Series | Intel Core Ultra 7 |
Ready to buy?
MICRO CENTER CPU Motherboard Combo - Ultra 7 265KF Desktop Processor 20 cores up to 5.5 GHz with Pro Z890-S WiFi lga 1851 Motherboard is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-08-26. Price and availability subject to change.
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