Intel Core Ultra 9 285 Desktop Processor

The Core Ultra 9 285 is a next-generation desktop processor engineered for enthusiasts, creators, gamers, and AI-powered computing. Built on Intel Arrow Lake architecture, this processor delivers outstanding multi-core performance, advanced AI acceleration, and efficient power management for demanding modern workloads.

Equipped with 24 cores and 24 threads, the Core Ultra 9 285 combines powerful Performance-cores with Efficient-cores to maximize responsiveness and multitasking efficiency. Moreover, turbo frequencies up to 5.6GHz provide exceptional speed for gaming, content creation, rendering, and professional productivity applications. Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 further enhance performance during intensive workloads.

The integrated Intel® Graphics engine supports modern display technologies and media acceleration features for high-resolution content. In addition, support for HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 2.1, AV1 hardware acceleration, and Intel® Quick Sync Video enables smooth streaming, editing, and multimedia performance. Users can also connect up to four displays with support for ultra-high-resolution output.

AI performance is a major advantage of the Core Ultra 9 285. Featuring Intel® AI Boost and Intel® Deep Learning Boost technologies, the processor delivers up to 36 TOPS of AI acceleration for machine learning, AI-assisted applications, and intelligent workflows. Compatibility with OpenVINO™, ONNX RT, WindowsML, and DirectML also provides flexibility for modern AI software ecosystems.

Built for premium desktop systems and workstations, the processor supports DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0 connectivity, Thunderbolt™ 4, and advanced enterprise-grade security features. Furthermore, Intel vPro® Enterprise support enhances system stability, manageability, and security for professional users and workstation environments.

Key Specifications

• Product Name: Boxed Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor 285
• SKU: BX80768285SRQD4
• Processor Number: 285
• Code Name: Arrow Lake
• Segment: Desktop
• Total Cores: 24
• Performance Cores: 8
• Efficient Cores: 16
• Total Threads: 24
• Max Turbo Frequency: Up to 5.6GHz
• Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost: Up to 5.6GHz
• Performance-core Max Turbo: Up to 5.4GHz
• Efficient-core Max Turbo: Up to 4.6GHz
• Intel® Smart Cache: 36MB
• Total L2 Cache: 40MB
• Processor Base Power: 65W
• Maximum Turbo Power: 182W
• AI Performance: Up to 36 TOPS (Int8)
• NPU: Intel® AI Boost, up to 13 TOPS
• Integrated Graphics: Intel® Graphics
• Graphics Frequency: Up to 2GHz
• Xe-Cores: 4
• Memory Support: Up to 256GB DDR5 6400 MT/s
• ECC Memory Support: Yes
• PCI Express Support: PCIe 5.0 and 4.0
• Maximum PCIe Lanes: 24
• Socket: FCLGA1851
• Thunderbolt™ 4: Supported
• Maximum Operating Temperature: 105°C
• Supported Technologies: Intel® Thermal Velocity Boost, Intel® DL Boost, Intel® Thread Director
• Virtualization Support: Intel® VT-x, VT-d, EPT
• Security Features: Intel® Threat Detection Technology, Intel® Boot Guard, Intel® Trusted Execution Technology
• Launch Date: Q1 2025

The Core Ultra 9 285 is an ideal processor for users who demand elite desktop performance with AI acceleration, advanced multitasking, and next-generation connectivity. Whether you are building a gaming PC, AI workstation, or high-performance creator system, this Intel desktop processor delivers exceptional speed, intelligent computing, and future-ready platform support.