Intel

Intel Core Ultra 5 225

Expert rating8.2 / 10

Brand:: Intel
Form Factor:: Desktop
CPU Socket:: FCLGA1851
Core/Thread Count:: 10C/10T
TDP:: 65W
iGPU:: Intel Graphics
CPU Series:: Core Ultra

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Manufacturer: Intel Last updated: 2026-09-12

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Intel Core Ultra 5 225 Review

Intel Core Ultra 5 225 10-core 10-thread desktop processor, 3.3GHz base / 5.1GHz boost, 65W TDP, Arrow Lake-S, LGA 1851 socket

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 is a desktop Arrow Lake-S processor for mainstream and enthusiast builds. Built on Intel's Arrow Lake-S architecture, it pairs 10 cores and 10 threads with a 3.3GHz base clock that boosts up to 5.1GHz, an on-die NPU rated at 13 TOPS (NPU 3), and Intel Graphics (Xe-LPG, 4 EU) graphics, all within a 65W envelope.

Performance and Architecture

With 10 cores and 10 threads, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 is built on Intel's Arrow Lake-S generation. Its 3.3GHz base clock boosts to 5.1GHz, and its Intel Graphics (Xe-LPG, 4 EU) integrated graphics and 13 TOPS (NPU 3) NPU support on-device AI features alongside everyday computing and light content creation.

Platform and Efficiency

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 uses the LGA 1851 platform in a 65W envelope, positioning it as mainstream and enthusiast builds. Its NPU brings Copilot+ style on-device AI acceleration to supported workloads.

Comparison to Alternatives

Within the Core Ultra lineup in this catalog, the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 sits in the 5-series tier alongside other Arrow Lake-S parts, differentiated mainly by clock speed, core count, and TDP. Against AMD's Ryzen AI Mobile processors in this catalog, Intel's Core Ultra competes on NPU throughput, integrated graphics, and platform efficiency, while against Intel's own prior-generation Core i mobile parts in this catalog it adds the on-die NPU and improved efficiency cores.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating8.2 / 10

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 is a mainstream desktop Arrow Lake-S processor, a solid pick for everyday desktop builds.

Best for

Desktop gaming
Everyday productivity
Value desktop builds

Not for

Laptops
Fanless designs
Extreme power efficiency needs

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity

Codename	Arrow Lake
Release Year	2025

Segment and platform

Market Segment	Desktop
Microarchitecture	Arrow Lake-S
Socket	FCLGA1851
Process Node	3 nm

Core configuration

Total Cores	10
Performance Cores	6
Efficiency Cores	4
Total Threads	10
SMT Enabled	No

Clock speeds

P-Core Base Clock	3.3 GHz
P-Core Boost Clock	4.9 GHz

Cache

L3 Cache	20 MB

Power and thermal

Base Power	65 W
Max Turbo Power	121 W

Memory

Memory Type	DDR5

Graphics and AI

Integrated Graphics	Yes
NPU Peak TOPS	13 TOPS (NPU 3)

Form Factor	Desktop
TDP	65 W
iGPU	Intel Graphics

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Intel Core Ultra 5 225?

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 has 10 cores and 10 threads, a 3.3 GHz base and 4.9 GHz boost clock, 20 MB of L3 cache and a 65 W TDP. Integrated graphics: Intel Graphics. Socket: FCLGA1851.

Will the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 work with my current setup?

The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 lists Socket is FCLGA1851. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.