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Intel Core Ultra 5 225
Intel Core Ultra 5 225 processor from Intel with 10 cores and 10 threads, up to 4.9 GHz turbo. Performance for gaming and multitasking.
$151.99 USD
Specifications
- Cores
- 10
- Threads
- 10
- Base Clock
- 3.3 GHz
- Turbo Clock
- 4.9 GHz
- TDP
- 65 W
Quick analysis: Intel Core Ultra 5 225
Intel Core Ultra 5 225 is an entry-level option in our processors catalog ($151.99). Best part: 10 cores: the sweet spot for gaming with future headroom.
Price position: It is the #4 cheapest of the 30 products in our processors catalog (entry-level by price). It costs 38% less than the category median ($246.98).
Strengths
- 10 cores: the sweet spot for gaming with future headroom.
- 65 W TDP: runs fine with a simple air cooler.
Who is it for?
This processor uses the LGA1851 socket with DDR5 memory. It scores 100 on our index (the Ryzen 5 9600X is 120).
Who should look elsewhere?
If you edit video or render daily, a chip with more cores will save you time.
How it compares
Frequently asked questions about this product
- What motherboard and memory does it need?
- It needs a LGA1851 socket motherboard and DDR5 memory.
- What cooling should I use?
- At 65 W TDP, a quality air cooler is enough.
Automatic analysis based on this catalog's specs and prices; it is a guide, not a lab test. Price checked on 2026-10-07.