Intel
Core Ultra 5 245KF
Gaming Processor
The Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF is a processor with 14 cores and 14 threads launched in 2024 for the LGA1851 platform. Its FPSpilot gaming performance index is 78/100, derived from aggregated PassMark benchmarks.
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Intel |
|---|---|
| Cores | 14 |
| Threads | 14 |
| Socket | LGA1851 |
| Release year | 2024 |
| Perf. index | 78 / 100 |
Gaming performance
With an FPSpilot performance index of 78/100, the Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF sits among the elite of gaming processors. It removes any CPU bottleneck even with the most powerful graphics cards on the market, holding high and stable frame rates in CPU-heavy titles such as simulators, strategy games and dense open worlds.
Cores and threads: what they bring to games
Its 14 cores and 14 threads are more than enough for gaming: current games rarely scale beyond 8 cores, so the extra headroom is free for streaming, recording, compiling or heavy multitasking without touching your frame rate.
Platform & socket
Intel LGA1851 is Intel's platform for Core Ultra 200S (Arrow Lake) processors, launched in 2024. It uses exclusively DDR5 and is compatible with Core Ultra 9 285K, Core Ultra 7 265K and Core Ultra 5 245K models, among others.
Compatible motherboards (socket LGA1851)
Frequently asked questions
Is the Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF good for gaming in 2026?
Yes. With an FPSpilot performance index of 78/100, the Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF provides enough power for current games. It will not bottleneck high-end graphics cards.
What motherboard do I need for the Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF?
The Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF uses the LGA1851 socket. Any motherboard with that socket is physically compatible; check the manufacturer's site to confirm the board's BIOS version supports your exact processor model.
How many cores does the Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF have and are they enough?
It has 14 cores and 14 threads. Modern games are optimised for 6-8 cores, so this configuration is suitable for current gaming.
What graphics card pairs well with the Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF?
The Intel Core Ultra 5 245KF can drive current high-end cards without bottlenecking. For an optimal balance at 1440p or 4K, any high-end or enthusiast GPU is a suitable match.
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