Core Ultra 5 235A

Name: Intel Core Ultra 5 235A
Brand: Intel

14 cores · 14 threads · up to 5.0 GHz on FCLGA1851.

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Cores

Threads

Boost

5.0 GHz

L3 cache

24 MB

TDP

65W

Socket

FCLGA1851

Performance breakdown

Gaming23

Productivity22

Single-core24

Multi-core58

Power efficiency20

Lab scores

Performance score23

Cores14

Threads14

Boost clock (GHz)5.0 GHz

Estimated gaming FPS

Paired with a high-end GPU. CPU impact is largest at 1080p.

1080p51 fps

1440p40 fps

4K28 fps

Full specifications

Processor & cores

Architecture: Arrow Lake-S
Process node: 3 nm
Socket: FCLGA1851
Release year: 2025
Total cores: 14
Threads: 14
Integrated graphics: Intel® Graphics

Clocks & cache

Base clock: 3.4 GHz
Boost clock: 5.0 GHz
L1 cache: 2688 KB
L2 cache: 42 MB
L3 cache: 24 MB

Memory & platform

Memory support: DDR5-6400
Max capacity: 256 GB
Channels: 2
Base power (TDP): 65W
PCIe: PCIe 5.0 and 4.0
Launch price: $269

Technologies

Instruction sets: SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2
Extensions: AES-NI, AVX, VT-x, VT-d, TXT

Community Feedback

What Owners Say

Owners like the solid everyday performance and low power draw. The common complaint is that it struggles in heavy multitasking compared to pricier chips.

Pros

Stays cool with stock cooler
Handles everyday tasks without stutter
Uses very little power at idle
Plays modern games at solid settings

Cons

No native DDR4 memory support
Requires a new motherboard purchase
Weak integrated graphics for gaming

Verdict

Our verdict on the Core Ultra 5 235A

Intel's Core Ultra 5 235A is a mid-range Arrow Lake desktop CPU that trades raw speed for vastly better power efficiency and a modern socket.

Get it if you're building a mid-range PC and want solid everyday performance without needing a monster cooler or power bill. Skip it if you're after top-tier gaming or heavy multi-core work, where a higher-tier chip makes more sense.