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Intel Core Ultra 7 265

Explore Intel Core Ultra 7 265 technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for performance, compatibility and upgrade comparisons.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
9.6/ 10
Technical rating

Excellent

Intel Core Ultra 7 265 is a Desktop processor with 20 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 48393 and a single-thread rating of 4618. Its stated TDP is 65 W.

CPU Mark48,393
2,278 samples
Single Thread4,618
Overall rank#294
of 6,054
Reference price$370.00

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Excellent
9.6Excellent

Intel Core Ultra 7 265 is a Desktop processor with 20 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 48393 and a single-thread rating of 4618. Its stated TDP is 65 W.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 is a Desktop released in 2025. Recorded specifications include a 65 W reference TDP, a 48,393 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 48,393 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 4,618 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 7 265 specifications?

The main recorded details are a 65 W reference TDP, a 48,393 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 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 7 265?

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 7 265 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.

02AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 9945AMD48,664 points
03Intel Core Ultra 7 265This CPU48,393 points
04Intel Core i9-13900FIntel48,069 points
05AMD Ryzen 9 7900AMD48,010 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 9945AMD4,619 points
02Intel Core Ultra 7 265This CPU4,618 points
03Intel Core i9-13900FIntel4,399 points
04AMD Ryzen 9 7900AMD4,120 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01AMD Ryzen 9 PRO 9945AMD748.7 Mark/W
02Intel Core Ultra 7 265This CPU744.5 Mark/W
03Intel Core i9-13900FIntel739.5 Mark/W
04AMD Ryzen 9 7900AMD738.6 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
509,249.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
39,373.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
40,402.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
411.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
168,088.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
131,340.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
2,834.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
62,087.00

Core specifications

BrandIntel
CategoryDesktop
Release year2025
Socket—
Cores / threads20 / —
Base clock—
Max turbo—
TDP65 W
Integrated graphicsIntel Graphics

Memory support

DDR5
Memory typeDDR5
Official speedDDR5-6400
Maximum capacity192 GB

Cache hierarchy

L1I8 x 64 KB
L1D8 x 48 KB
L28 x 3072 KB
L330 MB