Intel Core Ultra 5 235U
About processor
The Intel Core Ultra 5 235U processor is a compelling option for lightweight laptops, showcasing impressive specifications that cater to both productivity and efficiency. Built on a cutting-edge 3 nm process under the Arrow Lake architecture, it features 12 cores and 14 threads, effectively balancing performance with power consumption. The performance cores operate at a base frequency of 2.0 GHz, ramping up to a robust 4.9 GHz in turbo mode, which makes it well-suited for demanding tasks and multi-threaded applications.
With a TDP of only 12-15 W, the 235U excels in energy efficiency, making it a perfect choice for mobile computing while providing a commendable balance of performance. The 12 MB L3 cache enhances data access speeds, contributing to its impressive Geekbench 6 scores: 2617 in single-core and 10,488 in multi-core benchmarks, indicating strong performance in both everyday tasks and more intensive workloads.
Although details on the integrated graphics model remain sparse, the overall capabilities of the Core Ultra 5 235U position it as a powerful contender for users seeking a reliable and efficient laptop processor. Overall, it delivers an excellent combination of performance and efficiency for modern computing needs.
Basic
Label Name
Intel
Platform
Laptop
Launch Date
January 2025
Model Name
?
The Intel processor number is just one of several factors - along with processor brand, system configurations, and system-level benchmarks - to be considered when choosing the right processor for your computing needs.
235U
Code Name
Arrow Lake
CPU Specifications
Total Cores
?
Cores is a hardware term that describes the number of independent central processing units in a single computing component (die or chip).
12
Total Threads
?
Where applicable, Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology is only available on Performance-cores.
14
Performance-cores
2
Efficient-cores
10
Performance-core Base Frequency
2.0 GHz
Efficient-core Base Frequency
1.6 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency
?
Maximum P-core turbo frequency derived from Intel® Turbo Boost Technology.
4.9 GHz
L1 Cache
112 K per core
L2 Cache
2 MB per core
L3 Cache
12 MB shared
Bus Frequency
100 MHz
Multiplier
20
Unlocked Multiplier
No
CPU Socket
?
The socket is the component that provides the mechanical and electrical connections between the processor and motherboard.
FCBGA-2049
Technology
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Lithography refers to the semiconductor technology used to manufacture an integrated circuit, and is reported in nanometer (nm), indicative of the size of features built on the semiconductor.
3 nm
TDP
12-15 W
Max. Operating Temperature
?
Junction Temperature is the maximum temperature allowed at the processor die.
110 °C
PCIe Version
?
PCI Express is a high-speed serial computer expansion bus standard used for connecting high-speed components, replacing older standards such as AGP, PCI, and PCI-X. It has gone through multiple revisions and improvements since its initial release. PCIe 1.0 was first introduced in 2002, and in order to meet the growing demand for higher bandwidth, subsequent versions have been released over time.
4.0
Instruction Set
?
The instruction set is a hard program stored inside the CPU that guides and optimizes CPU operations. With these instruction sets, the CPU can run more efficiently. There are many manufacturers that design CPUs, which results in different instruction sets, such as the 8086 instruction set for the Intel camp and the RISC instruction set for the ARM camp. x86, ARM v8, and MIPS are all codes for instruction sets. Instruction sets can be extended; for example, x86 added 64-bit support to create x86-64. Manufacturers developing CPUs that are compatible with a certain instruction set need authorization from the instruction set patent holder. A typical example is Intel authorizing AMD, enabling the latter to develop CPUs compatible with the x86 instruction set.
x86-64
Memory Specifications
Memory Type
?
Intel® processors come in four different types: Single Channel, Dual Channel, Triple Channel, and Flex Mode. Maximum supported memory speed may be lower when populating multiple DIMMs per channel on products that support multiple memory channels.
LPDDR5-8400,LPDDR5x-8400,DDR5-6400
Max Memory Size
?
Max memory size refers to the maximum memory capacity supported by the processor.
128 GB
Memory Channels
?
The number of memory channels refers to the bandwidth operation for real world application.
2
ECC Memory Support
No
GPU Specifications
Integrated Graphics Model
?
An integrated GPU refers to the graphics core that is integrated into the CPU processor. Leveraging the processor's powerful computational capabilities and intelligent power efficiency management, it delivers outstanding graphics performance and a smooth application experience at a lower power consumption.
true
GPU Max Dynamic Frequency
2050 MHz
Miscellaneous
PCIe Lanes
20
Benchmarks
Cinebench R23
Single Core
Score
1841
Cinebench R23
Multi Core
Score
11558
Geekbench 6
Single Core
Score
2617
Geekbench 6
Multi Core
Score
10488
Compared to Other CPU
Cinebench R23 Single Core
Cinebench R23 Multi Core
Geekbench 6 Single Core
Geekbench 6 Multi Core