INTEL

Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 225F | Arrow Lake-S 10-Core AI Desktop Processor

Designed for mainstream gaming and efficient multitasking on the next-generation LGA 1851 platform, the Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 225F features 10 cores (6 Lion Cove P-cores + 4 Skymont E-cores) reaching up to 4.9 GHz Turbo clock. With built-in Intel AI Boost NPU (13 TOPS), DDR5-6400 memory support, and ultra-low 65W base power draw, it delivers next-gen computing efficiency.

Architecture
Arrow Lake-S
TSMC 3nm Compute Tile
Cores / Threads
10C / 10T
6 P-Cores + 4 E-Cores
Max Turbo Frequency
4.9 GHz
3.3 GHz Base Frequency
Smart Cache
20 MB L3
+ 16MB L2 Cache
Socket & Power
LGA 1851
65W Base / 125W MTP
AI Acceleration
Intel® NPU
13 TOPS AI Compute
For Budget & Mainstream 1080p/1440p Gamers

High Single-Core Speed with Cool, Quiet Operation

The 6 high-IPC Lion Cove Performance cores push smooth frame rates across competitive esports titles like CS2, Valorant, and modern AAA games with minimal heat and power consumption.

For Everyday Creators & Multitaskers

On-Device AI Acceleration & Fast DDR5 Bandwidth

Integrated 13 TOPS NPU accelerates Photoshop neural filters, background noise cancellation, and local AI tasks while DDR5-6400 bandwidth keeps multitasking fluid.

Silicon Architecture & Visual Engineering

Verified packaging, cache hierarchy, and microarchitecture breakdown

Arrow Lake 3nm Compute Architecture & 65W Power

Arrow Lake 3nm Compute Architecture & 65W Power

Advanced TSMC 3nm compute tile delivers exceptional IPC efficiency with Lion Cove P-cores and Skymont E-cores operating at an efficient 65W baseline TDP.

Socket LGA 1851 Pinout & PCIe 5.0 Lanes

Socket LGA 1851 Pinout & PCIe 5.0 Lanes

Built for Socket LGA 1851 motherboards, offering dedicated PCIe 5.0 lanes for discrete GPUs and high-speed NVMe SSDs across B860 and Z890 chipsets.

Integrated Intel® AI Boost NPU (13 TOPS)

Integrated Intel® AI Boost NPU (13 TOPS)

Hardware NPU neural engine handles background AI tasks and content creation acceleration without taxing compute cores.

High-Efficiency Dual-Channel DDR5 Support

High-Efficiency Dual-Channel DDR5 Support

Native support for DDR5 up to 6400 MT/s, delivering massive memory bandwidth for modern gaming and multitasking workflows.

📊 Mainstream 1080p Gaming & Multi-Tasking Index

Normalized gaming frame rate index across esports and modern titles (Paired with RTX 4060 Ti / RTX 5060)

Intel Core Ultra 5 225F (10C / 10T Arrow Lake) 100% (Mainstream Baseline)
* Performance metrics represent normalized 1080p Ultra gaming benchmarks.

🛠️ Hardware Synergy & System Pairing Guide

Recommended motherboard, cooling, RAM sweet spot, and power requirements

🎛️
Motherboard
Socket LGA 1851 with PCIe 5.0 and DDR5 support
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Cooling
Efficient 65W TDP runs cool with standard air coolers
RAM Sweet Spot
Dual-channel 32GB (2x16GB) Intel XMP kit
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Power Supply
Ideal for pairing with RTX 4060 / 4060 Ti / RTX 5060

📋 Technical Specifications Matrix

Verified hardware specifications directly from manufacturer datasheets

Processor Model Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 225F
CPU Architecture Arrow Lake-S (3nm Compute Tile)
Socket Compatibility Socket LGA 1851
Total Cores / Threads 10 Cores (6 P-Cores + 4 E-Cores) / 10 Threads
Performance-core Base / Boost 3.3 GHz Base / Up to 4.9 GHz Boost
Efficient-core Base / Boost 2.7 GHz Base / Up to 4.4 GHz Boost
Intel® Smart Cache (L3) 20 MB
Total L2 Cache 16 MB
Processor Base Power (TDP) 65W
Maximum Turbo Power (MTP) 125W
NPU Neural Processing Unit Intel® AI Boost (13 TOPS)
Memory Support DDR5 up to 6400 MT/s (Dual Channel)
PCIe Lane Support PCIe 5.0 up to 20 Lanes
Package Type Tray Edition (LGA 1851)

Hardware Q&A & AHW Store Policies

Technical configurations, cooler recommendations, warranty, installments, and shipping

What socket does the Core Ultra 5 225F use?
Orders are delivered within 2 to 7 business days across all Egyptian governorates in secure armored packaging (with pickup available from our 6th of October headquarters). See our Shipping Policy ↗.
Does the 225F require a discrete graphics card?
Yes, processors ending in "F" lack integrated graphics and require a discrete graphics card from our Graphics Cards Collection.
What cooler is recommended for the 225F?
With a 65W base TDP and 125W MTP, a standard 4-heatpipe tower air cooler from our CPU Coolers Collection is completely sufficient.
What RAM type does Socket LGA 1851 support?
The Arrow Lake platform exclusively supports high-speed DDR5 memory up to 6400 MT/s. Browse compatible dual-channel kits in our RAM Memory Collection.
What does the Intel AI Boost NPU do?
The built-in 13 TOPS neural processing unit runs on-device AI tasks like background blur, voice filtering, and generative AI models locally without taxing CPU or GPU resources.
What warranty is provided with this tray processor?
All processors at AHW Store include 100% authentic local warranty. Check details at our Warranty Policy.
What payment options and installment plans are available?
We accept cash on delivery, credit card, and 0% installments via ValU, Sympl, and bank installments. Visit our Payment Methods Page.
How fast is shipping across Egypt?
Orders are delivered within 2 to 7 business days across all Egyptian governorates in secure armored packaging (with pickup available from our 6th of October headquarters). See our Shipping Policy ↗.
Can AHW Store assemble my custom gaming PC?
Yes! Choose your parts and our certified build technicians will assemble, wire-manage, and benchmark your rig via our Custom PC Builder.
What is the return and replacement policy?
AHW Store provides a seamless 14-day return and replacement policy on hardware under our Refund & Return Policy.