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Intel
Core Ultra 5 235
Balanced desktop processor for efficient productivity and general computing.
General Information
- Brand
- Intel
- Name
- Core Ultra 5 235
- Category
- Computer Processors
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$259.99
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$259.99Last updated: 11/6/2026
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Desktop-Focused Design
Built as a desktop processor for everyday computing needs.
Arrow Lake Architecture
Uses Intel's Arrow Lake processor architecture.
The Intel Core Ultra 5 235 is an Arrow Lake desktop processor designed for balanced productivity and general computing.
Media Reviews
Independent perspectives and scores from published reviews.
Notebookcheck
Review: Intel Core Ultra 5 235 and 225F vs. AMD Ryzen – Who offers more bang for buck?
The 235 is efficient, easy to cool, and adequate for everyday and gaming use, but its lower-mid-range performance and high price make it poor value versus cheaper AMD options.
May 7, 2025
Tweakers
Intel Core Ultra 5 225F en Core Ultra 5 235 Review
Extremely energy-efficient but very slow; performance is comparable to much older, cheaper Ryzen CPUs, making it unsuitable for most buyers.
Tomas Hochstenbach · May 9, 2025
ComputerBase
Intel Core Ultra 5 225F und 235 vs. AMD Ryzen 9000 im Test
Technically coherent and efficient, but pricing remains a problem because older and competing CPUs cost substantially less.
Volker Rißka · Apr 22, 2025
Les Numériques
Test Intel Core Ultra 5 235 : un processeur ultra-sobre, mais trop cher
A capable, efficient, easy-to-cool CPU with solid application performance, but its price and LGA1851 platform costs make it unattractive.
Guillaume Henri · Jun 2, 2026
Video Analysis
Product walkthroughs, comparisons, and long-form video reviews.
23:42
Core Ultra 5 Is Pointless — Here’s Why
Intel wanted to send Leo a raft of budget processors to look at. And Leo has been pondering the meaning of life for a few weeks.
140,926 views · 1 year ago
KitGuruTech · youtube
22:58
Why Is No One Talking About This CPU?
Reviewing Intel
58,101 views · 1 year ago
Tech Notice · youtube
6:41
Intel Core Ultra 5 Desktop Processor 235 Review
Buy On Amazon: https://geni.us/JR9H8H The Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 235 brings a powerful blend of performance and efficiency with ...
12,405 views · 1 year ago
Digital David · youtube
5:56
Dell Pro Micro Plus QBM1250 Review & Performance Comparison | Core Ultra 5 235
Looking for a Dell Pro Micro Plus QBM1250
1,373 views · 3 weeks ago
MH_Tech_UK · youtube
2:19
Intel Core Ultra 5 Desktop Processor 235 Review: 8 Reasons NOT To Buy ⚠️💥
Link to buy at best price: https://buy-sm.art/dp/B0DT7DLJ5Z This CriticalReviews episode cuts through the marketing fluff to see if ...
957 views · 1 year ago
Critical Reviews · youtube
1:44
Ultra 7 265 vs Ultra 5 235 – CPU Benchmark Showdown
In this video, we compare Intel's Core Ultra 7 265 with the more budget-friendly
474 views · 1 year ago
NextGen Scoop · youtube
Attributes
Detailed specifications and product characteristics.
ArchitectureArrow Lake
Base Clock Speed(GHz)3.4 GHz
Cache Size(MB)24 MB
Core Count(cores)14 cores
Cpu SocketFCLGA1851
Included CoolerYes
Integrated GraphicsYes
Launch DateQ1 2025
Manufacturing Process3nm
Max Boost Clock Speed(GHz)5 GHz
Memory SupportDDR5-6400
Overclocking SupportNo
Pci Express VersionPCIe 5.0
Price(USD)259.99 USD
Thermal Design Power(W)65 W
Thread Count(threads)14 threads
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AmazonIn Stock
$259.99Last updated: 11/6/2026
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