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Intel Core Ultra 5 235

Explore Intel Core Ultra 5 235 technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for performance, AI capability and platform comparisons.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
8.8/ 10
Technical rating

Excellent

Intel Core Ultra 5 235 is a Desktop processor with 14 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 36354 and a single-thread rating of 4382. Its stated TDP is 65 W.

CPU Mark36,354
982 samples
Single Thread4,382
Overall rank#430
of 6,054
Reference price$293.91

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Excellent
8.8Excellent

Intel Core Ultra 5 235 is a Desktop processor with 14 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 36354 and a single-thread rating of 4382. Its stated TDP is 65 W.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 is a Desktop released in 2025. Recorded specifications include a 65 W reference TDP, a 36,354 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 36,354 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 4,382 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.

Memory and power

Recorded memory support: DDR5-6400. The 65 W TDP helps size the cooling class, but it is not the same as peak wall-power consumption.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key Intel Core Ultra 5 235 specifications?

The main recorded details are a 65 W reference TDP, a 36,354 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the Intel Core Ultra 5 235?

A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.

How much power does the Intel Core Ultra 5 235 use?

The recorded reference TDP is 65 W. Real consumption can be lower or higher depending on power limits, motherboard, workload and cooling.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745AMD36,787 points
02Intel Core Ultra 5 235This CPU36,354 points
03Intel Core i9-14900TIntel36,239 points
04AMD Ryzen 7 9700FAMD36,114 points
05Intel Xeon W-3265M @ 2.70GHzIntel36,104 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01AMD Ryzen 7 9700FAMD4,680 points
02AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745AMD4,541 points
03Intel Core Ultra 5 235This CPU4,382 points
04Intel Core i9-14900TIntel4,016 points
05Intel Xeon W-3265M @ 2.70GHzIntel2,665 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01Intel Core i9-14900TIntel1,035.4 Mark/W
02AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 9745AMD566.0 Mark/W
03Intel Core Ultra 5 235This CPU559.3 Mark/W
04AMD Ryzen 7 9700FAMD555.6 Mark/W
05Intel Xeon W-3265M @ 2.70GHzIntel176.1 Mark/W

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
376,562.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
28,231.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
31,575.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
354.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
113,009.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
84,777.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
2,437.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
47,083.00

Core specifications

BrandIntel
CategoryDesktop
Release year2025
Socket—
Cores / threads14 / —
Base clock—
Max turbo—
TDP65 W
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

DDR5
Memory typeDDR5
Official speedDDR5-6400
Maximum capacity192 GB

Cache hierarchy

L1I6 x 64 KB
L1D6 x 48 KB
L26 x 3072 KB
L324 MB