The Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor 285K is a cutting-edge 15th Generation desktop CPU designed for high-performance computing and enthusiast builds. Featuring a hybrid architecture with 24 cores—comprising 8 high-performance cores and 16 efficient cores—this processor delivers blazing fast multi-threaded performance with a total of 32 threads. With a max turbo frequency of up to 5.7 GHz enabled by Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost, the 285K handles demanding workloads with ease. It includes a massive 36 MB Intel® Smart Cache (L3) plus 40 MB total L2 cache to accelerate data access and responsiveness. Supporting the latest DDR5 memory up to 6400 MT/s in dual-channel configuration, this processor ensures smooth multitasking and high bandwidth for gaming and professional applications. It is compatible with the FCLGA1851 (LGA 1851) socket and Intel 800-series chipsets, supporting PCIe 5.0 lanes for next-gen connectivity. Integrated Intel® Graphics with 4 Xe-cores provides robust media capabilities supporting modern video codecs such as H.264, HEVC (H.265), and AV1 with DisplayPort 2.1 and HDMI 2.1 outputs. An onboard Neural Processing Unit (Intel® AI Boost) accelerates AI workloads and supports popular AI frameworks including OpenVINO™, WindowsML, DirectML, ONNX RT, and WebNN. Advanced security and manageability technologies like Intel® vPro Enterprise eligibility, Threat Detection Technology, Boot Guard, Control-Flow Enforcement Technology, and hardware virtualization features make this CPU ideal for both gamers and professionals seeking top-tier performance and security. Please Note: This processor does not include a CPU cooler in the box.