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Processor Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 3.5 GHz 8 Cores 36 MB Cache FCLGA1851

Processor Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 3.5 GHz 8 Cores 36 MB Cache FCLGA1851
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Processor Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 3.5 GHz 8 Cores 36 MB Cache FCLGA1851
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The Processor Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 3.5 GHz 8 Cores 36 MB Cache FCLGA1851 is a desktop CPU designed for high-performance computing in workstations and premium desktops. It provides a 3.5 GHz base frequency and integrated Intel Graphics with multiple display output options. The processor supports d... Read More
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Stock 3 Code 10535 Brand INTEL Model BX80768285K Warranty 3 Years

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The Processor Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 3.5 GHz 8 Cores 36 MB Cache FCLGA1851 is a desktop CPU designed for high-performance computing in workstations and premium desktops. It provides a 3.5 GHz base frequency and integrated Intel Graphics with multiple display output options. The processor supports dual-channel DDR5 memory up to 192 GB and includes advanced on-die AI acceleration through Intel AI Boost. Interface compatibility includes PCI Express Gen4 and Gen5 lanes for modern expansion cards and storage devices.

Advantages

This Intel Core Ultra 9 CPU combines multi-core processing and large on-chip cache to handle demanding multitasking and content-creation workloads. The integrated Intel Graphics reduces the need for a discrete GPU for general display tasks, while support for PCIe 4.0 and 5.0 ensures compatibility with current high-bandwidth components. Native support for DDR5 memory enables higher memory bandwidth and capacity, and built-in AI acceleration improves performance for AI-infused applications.

Suitable for

  • Workstations for content creation, video editing and 3D rendering
  • High-performance desktop systems for software development and data analysis
  • Multitasking environments running virtual machines or multiple heavy applications
  • Systems requiring integrated graphics for office, multimedia or light gaming

Key specifications

  • Base frequency: 3.5 GHz
  • Boost frequency: 5.7 GHz
  • Cores: 8
  • Cache: 36 MB
  • Memory support: Dual-channel DDR5 up to 192 GB
  • PCI Express support: Gen4 and Gen5
  • Socket: FCLGA1851
  • Integrated graphics: Intel Graphics with HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 2.1 output options
  • Integrated AI features: Intel AI Boost

How to use

Install the processor into a compatible FCLGA1851 motherboard following the motherboard manufacturer’s installation procedure, apply appropriate thermal interface material and secure a compatible cooling solution. Configure memory modules in dual-channel mode to achieve the supported memory bandwidth and populate DIMM slots according to the motherboard manual. Enable or configure integrated graphics and BIOS options for PCIe generation and AI features as required for the target workload.

Recommendations

For stable operation under sustained loads, use a high-performance cooler and ensure adequate case ventilation. Keep motherboard BIOS and chipset drivers up to date to take full advantage of PCIe, memory support and integrated AI features.

Key Highlights
  • Workstations for content creation, video editing and 3D rendering
  • High-performance desktop systems for software development and data analysis
  • Multitasking environments running virtual machines or multiple heavy applications
  • Systems requiring integrated graphics for office, multimedia or light gaming
  • Base frequency: 3.5 GHz
  • Boost frequency: 5.7 GHz
  • Cores: 8
  • Cache: 36 MB
  • Memory support: Dual-channel DDR5 up to 192 GB
  • PCI Express support: Gen4 and Gen5
  • Socket: FCLGA1851
  • Integrated graphics: Intel Graphics with HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort 2.1 output options
  • Integrated AI features: Intel AI Boost
Specifications
AI software frameworks supported by CPU
DirectML, OpenVINO, Windows ML, ONNX RT, WebNN
AI software frameworks supported by NPU
DirectML, OpenVINO, Windows ML, ONNX RT, WebNN
Commodity Classification Automated Tracking System (CCATS)
740.17B1
Cooler included
No
Direct Media Interface (DMI) Revision
4.0
Discrete graphics card
No
Discrete graphics card model
Not available
ECC
Yes
Efficient cores
16
Efficient-core base frequency
3.2 GHz
Efficient-core boost frequency
4.6 GHz
Embedded options available
No
Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology
Yes
Execute Disable Bit
Yes
Export Control Classification Number (ECCN)
5A992C
GPU performance up to
8 TOPs
Graphics output
DP2.1 UHBR20, HDM2.1 FRL 12GHz, eDP1.4b
Harmonized System (HS) code
8542310050
Idle States
Yes
Intel 64
Yes
Intel Trusted Execution Technology
Yes
Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
Yes
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x)
Yes
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d)
Yes
Intel vPro® Enterprise Platform Eligibility
Yes
Intel VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT)
Yes
Intel® Active Management Technology (Intel® AMT)
Yes
Intel® AES New Instructions (Intel® AES-NI)
Yes
Intel® Boot Guard
Yes
Intel® Control-flow Enforcement Technology (CET)
Yes
Intel® Deep Learning Boost (Intel® DL Boost) on CPU
Yes
Intel® Deep Learning Boost (Intel® DL Boost) on GPU
Yes
Intel® Hardware Shield Eligibility
Yes
Intel® One-Click Recovery
Yes
Intel® OS Guard
Yes
Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology
Yes
Intel® Remote Platform Erase (RPE)
Yes
Intel® Secure Key
Yes
Intel® Speed Shift Technology
Yes
Intel® Stable IT Platform Program (SIPP)
Yes
Intel® Standard Manageability (ISM)
Yes
Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost
Yes
Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost Frequency
5.7 GHz
Intel® Thread Director
Yes
Intel® Threat Detection Technology (TDT)
Yes
Intel® Thunderbolt 4
Yes
Intel® Total Memory Encryption - Multi Key
Yes
Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 frequency
5.6 GHz
Intel® Turbo Boost Technology
2.0
Intel® Virtualization Technology with Redirect Protection (VT-rp
Yes
Intel® Volume Management Device (VMD)
Yes
L2 cache
40960 KB
Launch date
Q4'24
Market segment
Desktop
Maximum internal memory
192 GB
Maximum internal memory supported by processor
192 GB
Maximum number of DMI lanes
8
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes
24
Maximum operating temperature
105 °C
Maximum turbo power
250 W
Memory channels
Dual-channel
Memory clock speeds supported by processor
6400 MHz
Memory speed (max)
6400 MHz
Memory types supported by processor
DDR5-SDRAM
Mode-based Execute Control (MBE)
Yes
Neural processor unit (NPU)
Intel AI Boost
NPU performance up to
13 TOPs
Number of displays supported (on-board graphics)
4
On-board graphics card
Yes
On-board graphics card base frequency
300 MHz
On-board graphics card DirectX version
12.0
On-board graphics card dynamic frequency (max)
2000 MHz
On-board graphics card ID
0x7D67
On-board graphics card model
Intel Graphics
On-board graphics card OpenGL version
4.5
On-board graphics card outputs supported
HDMI 2.1, Embedded DisplayPort (eDP) 1.4b, DisplayPort 2.1
On-board graphics card refresh rate at maximum resolution (Displ
60 Hz
On-board graphics card refresh rate at maximum resolution (eDP -
60 Hz
On-board graphics card refresh rate at maximum resolution (HDMI)
60 Hz
OpenCL version
3.0
Package type
Box
PCI Express slots version
4.0, 5.0
Performance cores
8
Performance-core base frequency
3.7 GHz
Performance-core boost frequency
5.5 GHz
Processor ARK ID
241060
Processor base power
125 W
Processor boost frequency
5.7 GHz
Processor cache
36 MB
Processor cache type
Smart Cache
Processor codename
Arrow Lake
Processor cores
24
Processor family
Intel Core Ultra 9
Processor generation
Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
Processor manufacturer
Intel
Processor model
285K
Processor operating modes
64-bit
Processor socket
LGA 1851 (Socket V1)
Processor threads
24
Scalability
1S
Sparsity support
Yes
Status
Launched
Stepping
B0
Supported instruction sets
AVX 2.0, SSE4.1, SSE4.2
Thermal Monitoring Technologies
Yes
Thermal solution specification
PCG 2020A
Total processor performance up to
36 TOPs
Use conditions
Workstation, PC/Client/Tablet
Windows Studio effects support
Yes
Xe-cores
4
Price history over the last 6 months
Processor Intel Core Ultra 9 285K 3.5 GHz 8 Cores 36 MB Cache FCLGA1851
Current
R10,710
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R10,227
Highest
R11,208
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