Overseas listing of the eight-core Arrow Lake CPU, specifically the Core Ultra 3 205, surfaces at $150, though it may not be readily accessible in retail stores.
The Intel Core Ultra 3 205 processor, a new addition to the Arrow Lake series, has recently surfaced in the tech community. Despite Intel not providing the official MSRP for this model, the processor has been listed for sale at various prices, such as approximately $150.33 and €129 (excluding VAT) or €155 (including VAT).
The Core Ultra 3 205 is an eight-core, eight-thread processor, featuring four P-cores and four E-cores. It is a tray processor, typically supplied in bulk to system integrators or OEMs, and not intended for individual consumers.
Compared to the Core Ultra 5 225, the Core Ultra 3 205 exhibits significantly lower power consumption metrics. This results in a processor that does not require an expensive cooling solution. Furthermore, the Core Ultra 3 205 has a base clock speed that is 15% higher for P-cores and 19% higher for E-cores compared to the Core Ultra 5 225.
One notable difference between the two processors is the L3 cache. The Core Ultra 3 205 has 33% less L3 cache compared to the Core Ultra 5 225. However, it supports DDR5-6400 memory, ensuring efficient data handling.
The Core Ultra 3 205 was initially spotted in a Reddit post and is currently listed for sale by French retailer PC21.fr at $150.33 (excluding VAT). Consumers can potentially purchase tray chips for the Core Ultra 3 205 from Intel or AMD.
While the official MSRP for the Core Ultra 3 205 remains undisclosed, its lower price point of approximately $150 and its impressive specifications make it an attractive option for those seeking a high-performance processor with reduced power consumption.
The new Intel Core Ultra 3 205 processor, a part of the Arrow Lake series, could be paired with various gadgets due to its compatibility with DDR5-6400 memory, ensuring efficient data handling. Despite its high-performance specifications, the processor's lower price point of approximately $150 suggests it could be an affordable addition to technology enthusiasts' gadget collections.
