Intel might have lost the crown to AMD in desktop processor market share and gaming performance, but there is no denying that its Core Ultra lineup of CPUs delivers that impeccable ‘price to performance’ ratio for when you want a significantly higher core count to tackle your productivity workloads, but are also looking to save up money while obtaining not necessarily the highest framerates in games, but reasonably high. Well, lucky for you, the Core Ultra 7 265K and the Core Ultra 9 285K are up for grabs on Amazon for its early Prime Day 2025 sale, starting from just $259.
Let us make it clear that AMD’s Ryzen X3D family will continue to obliterate the competition in gaming performance, but if you notice, these also cost more, and that is where Intel has the edge. The 20-core Core Ultra 7 265K, which boasts eight performance and 12 efficiency cores, is available for $259 after a 36 percent price drop, making it a powerhouse of a desktop processor that does not break the bank. For those who demand the best, the Core Ultra 9 285K is equipped with 24 cores, which comprise of eight performance and 16 efficiency cores, with the part available for a much higher $490 after an 18 percent price reduction.
It is no secret that you will need adequate amounts of cooling to allow these Intel chips to run at full tilt, but if you familiarize yourself with some undervolting, you can get nearly the same performance but with reduced wattage and input voltage, which will help significantly reduce temperatures. When it comes to value, Team Red is no longer on the front lines, though if that is where your preference lies, you can grab the Ryzen 7 9800X3D for $470 on Amazon right now.
Get the Core Ultra 7 265K CPU with 8 P-cores and 12 E-cores from Amazon - $259 (36 percent off)
Get the Core Ultra 9 285K CPU with 8 P-cores and 16 E-cores from Amazon - $490 (18 percent off)
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About the author: Omar Sohail is a reporter and analyst for Wccftech's mobile section, specializing in the technology and business of the mobile industry. His expertise lies in the intricate hardware supply chain, covering developments in semiconductor manufacturing, chip lithography, and camera sensor technology.
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