Intel Core Ultra 9 285K Tray - AT8076806419 Processor

Intel Core Ultra 9 285K is a high-end processor for socket LGA 1851, aimed at serious gaming and workstation configurations. The combination of 24 physical and 24 logical cores with a base frequency of 3.7 GHz and Turbo up to 5.7 GHz provides a very serious resource for heavy tasks. With 40 MB cache memory and support for DDR5 up to 6400 MHz, you can build a platform with very fast response. This is part of the 2nd generation Intel Ultra with Arrow Lake core, plus integrated Intel AI Boost NPU for AI workloads.

What you get

With this CPU, you get a platform that can easily handle modern AAA games, streaming, and heavy multitasking thanks to the 24 cores and high Turbo up to 5.7 GHz. 125W / 250W TDP (PL1/PL2) means that under full load, the processor can maintain high frequencies for extended periods, as long as you combine it with quality cooling and a decent power supply. The support for DDR5 up to 6400 MHz allows you to squeeze the maximum from the new RAM kits – lower latency and higher bandwidth, which helps in both gaming and productivity tasks. The integrated Intel Graphics iGPU gives you the option to run the system without a separate GPU – useful for diagnostics, office work, or a temporary solution. Intel AI Boost NPU is a bonus if you use AI features in productivity applications, image processing, or video conferencing, as it offloads the CPU and iGPU from some of these tasks.

• Processor from the Intel Core i9 series, positioned in the high-end segment for gaming and professional workloads.
• 24 physical cores and 24 threads provide serious resources for rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavy multitasking.
• Operating frequency of 3.7 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 5.7 GHz for high performance in single-thread and gaming.
• 40 MB cache memory reduces access to RAM and supports more stable frames and faster response in heavy applications.
• Support for DDR5 memory up to 6400 MHz, allowing you to combine the processor with fast RAM for maximum bandwidth.
• 125W / 250W TDP (PL1/PL2) indicates that the chip is designed to maintain high frequencies with serious cooling and a good motherboard.
• Integrated Intel Graphics iGPU and Intel AI Boost NPU add capabilities for integrated video and hardware-accelerated AI tasks.
• Unlocked multiplier (K model) for overclocking enthusiasts who want to push the frequencies a bit more.
• The new Arrow Lake design for socket LGA 1851 and a 36-month warranty provide a good basis for a long-term platform.
• Tray package type and lack of included cooler mean you need to plan for a separate, more serious cooler.

Who it is suitable for

This processor is suitable if your goal is a high-end gaming machine, a powerful streaming/content creation station, or a workstation for heavy multithreaded tasks. It makes sense in configurations with fast DDR5 memory and serious cooling to take advantage of the high Turbo and PL2. If you are looking for a budget build or a light office system, this is more of an overkill.

The combination of 24 cores, high Turbo up to 5.7 GHz, DDR5 up to 6400 MHz, and Intel AI Boost NPU makes the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K a very solid foundation for a new high-end build on LGA 1851. Just provide it with decent cooling and a motherboard to work as intended.