Intel Core Ultra 5 245K has similar performance to Core i9-13900K

The upcoming Intel Core Ultra processors from the Arrow Lake family generate a lot of buzz, especially with recent leaks hinting at their impressive performance. According to a recent benchmark leak on Geekbench 5, the entry-level model, the Core Ultra 5 245K, is shaping up to be a powerhouse.

• The Core Ultra 5 245K reportedly scored 2,248 points in single-core and 18,345 points in multi-core performance. These scores place it slightly behind the Core i9-13900K in single-core performance, which scored 2,280, but ahead of the Core i9-12900K in both single and multi-core tests.
• Despite having fewer cores (14 cores: 6 performance cores and 8 efficiency cores) compared to the Core i9-13900K (24 cores, 32 threads), the Core Ultra 5 245K achieves comparable performance. This indicates significant improvements in architecture and manufacturing processes, allowing Intel to deliver high performance with greater energy efficiency and fewer cores.
• The Core Ultra 5 245K outperforms the Core i5-13600K by up to 16%, making it a formidable entry-level option in the new Arrow Lake lineup. This positions the Core Ultra series as a significant leap over previous generations, even at the lower end of the spectrum.
• The performance boost can be attributed to the new disaggregated core architecture and refined manufacturing processes that Intel has implemented in the Arrow Lake family. These advancements allow the Core Ultra 5 245K to deliver high performance while maintaining efficiency.
• The Core Ultra 5 245K is just the entry-level model. The lineup will include the Core Ultra 7 265K (mid-range) and the Core Ultra 9 285K (high-end). If the entry-level model already performs at the level of last year’s top-tier Raptor Lake processors, the mid-range and high-end models will likely offer even more impressive performance gains.

This leak suggests that Intel’s Arrow Lake processors could redefine expectations for entry-level CPUs, offering performance that rivals high-end models from just a year ago. With these advancements, Intel is set to deliver significant gains in both performance and energy efficiency, which could make the Core Ultra series highly competitive in the CPU market when it officially launches in October.

These improvements highlight Intel’s ability to innovate with fewer resources, signaling a potentially strong comeback in the ongoing competition with AMD and other chipmakers.

What will Intel Core Ultra Arrow Lake processors look like?

Intel is set to introduce three new processors as part of its second-generation Core Ultra Arrow Lake lineup. These processors will be high-end models, all coming unlocked from the factory with a base power consumption of 125W. They will also be compatible with the new Z890 chipset and the LGA 1851 socket.

One of the most notable updates is the new core architecture. Responding to criticism that the Raptor Lake Refresh didn’t bring enough innovation, Intel has made a significant change. The new processors will feature Lion Cove cores for performance and Skymont cores for efficiency, marking a big step forward for the company.

The company’s idea is to deliver more performance with a lower core count and greater energy efficiency. Judging by the results recorded by Geekbench, Intel is well on its way to achieving this goal.

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