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Intel Core Ultra 5 235A vs Intel Core Ultra 7 265F: Comparison
Intel Core Ultra 5 235A and Intel Core Ultra 7 265F separate most on l3 cache: Intel Core Ultra 5 235A at 21 MB, Intel Core Ultra 7 265F at 30 MB, 30% in favour of Intel Core Ultra 7 265F. They match on 6 other specifications, including form factor, release year and tdp.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Desktop | Desktop |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2025 |
| TDP | 65 W | 65 W |
| iGPU | Intel Graphics (Xe-LPG, 4 EU) | None |
| Socket | LGA 1851 | LGA 1851 |
| L3 Cache | 21 MB-30% | 30 MB |
| Cores | 14 | 20 |
| Threads | 14 | 20 |
| Base Clock | 3.4 GHz | 2.4 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 5.2 GHz | 4.2 GHz |
| NPU | 13 TOPS (NPU 3) | 13 TOPS (NPU 3) |
| Architecture | Arrow Lake-S | Arrow Lake-S |
Verdict
Intel Core Ultra 5 235A
8.2 / 10 Expert Rating
The Intel Core Ultra 5 235A is a channel variant of the mainstream 235, well suited to everyday desktop builds.
Intel Core Ultra 7 265F
8.4 / 10 Expert Rating
The Intel Core Ultra 7 265F is the graphics-less variant of the 265, a good value pick for builds already using a discrete GPU.
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