Description
Quick Specs
- Features 10 Cores (6 Performance, 4 Efficient) for multitasking and efficiency.
- Boosts performance with a Max Turbo Frequency of 4.90GHz.
- Supports up to 256GB DDR5 memory for responsive performance.
- Integrates Intel Graphics for crisp visuals and smooth media playback.
- Accelerates AI tasks with Intel AI Boost NPU for faster processing.
Unleash the Power of 10 Cores with an Intel Desktop CPU
The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 processor delivers a revolutionary computing experience with its innovative hybrid architecture. Featuring 6 Performance-cores and 4 Efficient-cores, this CPU dynamically adjusts to your workload, providing exceptional performance and power efficiency. This makes it ideal for gamers, content creators, and professionals in South Africa who demand seamless multitasking and responsiveness from their Intel Desktop CPU.
Experience Blazing-Fast Speeds with your Intel CPU for Gaming
With a Max Turbo Frequency of 4.90GHz, the Core Ultra 5 225 handles demanding applications and games with ease. The Performance-cores ensure lightning-fast response times, while the Efficient-cores optimise power consumption for extended battery life on mobile platforms. Whether you are rendering complex 3D models, editing high-resolution videos, or playing the latest AAA titles, this Intel CPU for gaming delivers unparalleled speed and fluidity.
Integrated Intel Graphics for Stunning Visuals
The integrated Intel Graphics provides vibrant visuals and smooth media playback. Enjoy your favourite movies, TV shows, and games in stunning detail, with support for resolutions up to 7680 x 4320 @ 60Hz via DisplayPort. The GPU also features advanced capabilities such as H.264 and H.265 encode/decode, AV1 encode/decode, and VP9 bitstream & decoding, ensuring compatibility with the latest video formats.
Accelerate AI Tasks with Intel AI Boost NPU
The Intel AI Boost NPU (Neural Processing Unit) revolutionises AI workloads by providing dedicated hardware acceleration. With a peak throughput of 13 TOPS (Int8), the NPU significantly speeds up AI tasks such as image recognition, natural language processing, and machine learning. This allows you to leverage AI-powered applications and tools with exceptional performance and efficiency.
Future-Proof Your System with Advanced Features
The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 is equipped with a range of advanced features designed to future-proof your system. Support for up to 256GB of DDR5 memory ensures ample capacity for demanding applications, while PCI Express 5.0 and 4.0 support enables blazing-fast data transfer rates. Additionally, technologies such as Intel Thread Director, Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, and Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) enhance performance, efficiency, and security.
FEATURES:
- Maximise multitasking with 10 cores (6 Performance-cores, 4 Efficient-cores), optimising workload distribution.
- Experience faster response times with a Max Turbo Frequency of 4.90GHz, enhancing application performance.
- Enjoy seamless visuals with integrated Intel Graphics, supporting high-resolution displays and advanced video codecs.
- Accelerate AI-powered tasks with Intel AI Boost NPU, enabling faster machine learning and AI applications.
- Support up to 256 GB of DDR5 memory for efficient data handling and seamless multitasking capabilities.
- Connect multiple high-speed devices using PCI Express 5.0 and 4.0 for increased bandwidth and performance.
- Optimise power consumption with Intel Thread Director, dynamically adjusting performance based on workload.
- Enhance data security with Intel Trusted Execution Technology, protecting sensitive data and applications.
- Facilitate smooth multitasking with Intel Hyper-Threading Technology, improving overall system responsiveness.
SPECIFICATIONS:
- Essentials:
- Product Collection: Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
- Code Name: Products formerly Arrow Lake
- Vertical Segment: Desktop
- Processor Number: 225
- CPU Specifications:
- Total Cores: 10
- # of Performance-cores: 6
- # of Efficient-cores: 4
- Total Threads: 10
- Max Turbo Frequency: 4.90GHz
- Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency: 4.90GHz
- Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency: 4.40GHz
- Performance-core Base Frequency: 3.30GHz
- Efficient-core Base Frequency: 2.70GHz
- Cache: 20 MB Intel® Smart Cache
- Total L2 Cache: 22 MB
- Processor Base Power: 65 W
- Maximum Turbo Power: 121 W
- Intel® Deep Learning Boost (Intel® DL Boost) on CPU: Yes
- AI Software Frameworks Supported by CPU: OpenVINO™, WindowsML, DirectML, ONNX RT, WebNN
- CPU Lithography: TSMC N3B
- Memory Specifications:
- Max Memory Size (dependent on memory type): 256 GB
- Memory Types: Up to DDR5 6400 MT/s
- Max # of Memory Channels: 2
- ECC Memory Supported: No
- Expansion Options:
- Direct Media Interface (DMI) Revision: 4.0
- Max # of DMI Lanes: 8
- Intel® Thunderbolt™ 4: Yes
- Scalability: 1S Only
- PCI Express Revision: 5.0 and 4.0
- PCI Express Configurations: Up to 1×16+2×4, 2×8+2×4, 1×8+4×4
- Max # of PCI Express Lanes: 24
- GPU Specifications:
- Processor Graphics: Intel® Graphics
- Graphics Base Frequency: 300 MHz
- Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency: 1.80GHz
- GPU Peak TOPS (Int8): 4
- Graphics Output: eDP1.4b, DP 2.1 UHBR20, HDMI 2.1 FRL
- Xe-cores: 2
- Max Resolution (HDMI): 4096 x 2304 @ 60Hz (HDMI 2.1 TMDS) | 7680 x 4320 @ 60Hz (HDMI 2.1 FRL)
- Max Resolution (DP): 7680 x 4320 @ 60Hz
- Max Resolution (eDP – Integrated Flat Panel): 3840 x 2400 @ 120Hz
- DirectX Support: 12
- OpenGL Support: 4.5
- OpenCL Support: 3
- H.264 Hardware Encode/Decode: Yes
- H.265 (HEVC) Hardware Encode/Decode: Yes
- AV1 Encode/Decode: Yes
- VP9 Bitstream & Decoding: Yes
- Intel® Quick Sync Video: Yes
- # of Displays Supported: 4
- Device ID: 0x7D67
- Intel® Deep Learning Boost (Intel® DL Boost) on GPU: Yes
- AI Software Frameworks Supported by GPU: OpenVINO™, WindowsML, DirectML, ONNX RT, WebGPU
- NPU Specifications:
- NPU Name: Intel® AI Boost
- NPU Peak TOPS (Int8): 13
- Sparsity Support: Yes
- Windows Studio Effects Support: Yes
- AI Software Frameworks Supported by NPU: OpenVINO™, WindowsML, DirectML, ONNX RT, WebNN
- Advanced Features:
- Intel® Gaussian & Neural Accelerator: 3.5
- Intel® Thread Director: Yes
- Intel® Speed Shift Technology: Yes
- Intel® Turbo Boost Technology: 2.0
- Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology: No
- Intel® 64: Yes
- Instruction Set: 64-bit
- Instruction Set Extensions: Intel® SSE4.1, Intel® SSE4.2, Intel® AVX2
- Idle States: Yes
- Enhanced Intel SpeedStep® Technology: Yes
- Thermal Monitoring Technologies: Yes
- Intel® Volume Management Device (VMD): Yes
- Security & Reliability
- Intel® Threat Detection Technology (TDT): Yes
- Intel® Active Management Technology (AMT): No
- Intel® Standard Manageability (ISM): Yes
- Intel® Remote Platform Erase (RPE): No
- Intel® One-Click Recovery: No
- Intel® Secure Key: Yes
- Intel® Control-Flow Enforcement Technology: Yes
- Intel® Total Memory Encryption - Multi Key: No
- Intel® AES New Instructions: Yes
- Intel® Trusted Execution Technology: Yes
- Execute Disable Bit: Yes
- Intel® OS Guard: Yes
- Intel® Boot Guard: Yes
- Mode-based Execute Control (MBEC): Yes
- Intel® Stable IT Platform Program (SIPP): No
- Intel® Virtualization Technology with Redirect Protection (VT-rp): No
- Intel® Virtualization Technology (VT-x): Yes
- Intel® Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d): Yes
- Intel® VT-x with Extended Page Tables (EPT): Yes
WHAT’S IN THE BOX:
- Intel® Core™ Ultra 5 225 LGA1851 3.30GHz 10-Core CPU x1
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Refund Policy
Returns Policy
Returns:
If a client is not satisfied with a purchase, it can be returned within seven days of the delivery for a full refund, less the shipping costs. Full refunds will only be issued if products are returned unopened and with all packaging and any other materials that were part of the original purchase. The following restriction will apply for returns:
- Should an opened product be returned, a 20% re-stocking fee will be charged, provided that all the original packaging and all materials are provided with it.
- Please note that we as Raion Connect (PTY) Ltd will not accept any items back for credit or replacement if the packaging is not complete, this includes and is not limited to boxes, documentation, cables, accessories, etc
- Goods returned in opened packaging need to be returned in a condition that is fit for resale. Software and consumables can only be returned if they have not been opened.
- Certain hardware items and all custom/special orders may only be returned for replacement and not for refund and will incur a 20% handling fee.
- Electronic license cannot be returned, therefore client need to ensure they are purchasing the correct item before concluding the transaction, if further information is required around the item, please contact us on shop@raioncx.co.za.
- All products being shipped back to Raion Connect should be carefully packed in protective materials where necessary. The package should have the order number and return address clearly marked.
- Should a product be damaged while being shipped to our offices; Raion Connect will not be liable for the damages. It is recommended to insure any items that you send to us.
Replacements:
All products sold by Raion Connect (PTY) Ltd are covered under our 7 day guarantee against defects. Items may be returned for refund or replacement subject to manufacturer and/or Raion Connect (PTY) Ltd restrictions.
Defective items may be returned for refund or replacement subject to the following restrictions:
- All products must be returned in original condition including packaging, documentation, warranty cards, manuals, and accessories.
- Software is non-refundable unless returned unopened in their original packaging with documentation. Where the license key is exposed on software packages we will not accept the return of these packages.
- All returns must be shipped freight prepaid.
- Any returns found to be non-defective are subject to a restocking fee of 15% and all non-product related fees (shipping, transaction and insurance) are not refundable.
- Delivery fees will not be refunded for returns or for collecting of faulty items
- The manufacturer warranty will not apply if the product shows evidence of:
- impact, sand, liquid or moisture damage
- dropping, mishandling, or tampering
- battery or chemical corrosion
- damage caused by connected equipment
- use contrary to the applicable instruction manual
- wrong configuration of equipment
- Unaccredited third party repairs, configuration or maintenance on equipment.
- Modification of any parts or enhancement not approved by the manufacturer
Stock availability
- We are not a stock holding company and the stock availability for some of the items shown on our eCommerce site are from lists that are imported every morning or when available from suppliers.
- Stock quantities are thus a reflection of the previous days stock count at close of business.
- Although we will try our utmost to keep stock availability up to date we cannot be held responsible if a product becomes out of stock with our suppliers but our site still shows availability.
- A lot of the products on our eCommerce site shows "Limited Availability". For these products we are not sure of the availability of stock from our suppliers and will need to revert to you are the delivery ETA.
Shipping
- Shipping costs are calculated on the volumetric weight.
- Couriers don’t give an exact time of day for the delivery but will deliver between 8am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.
- No Deliveries will take place on weekends or public holidays
- Deliveries are made via courier (Door to Door)
- The couriers require someone to be at the address provided to accept the delivery otherwise the goods will be returned and this will delay you receiving your goods on time.
- Provide contact numbers and contact persons receiving the goods
- No deliveries to a Postal Box
- Delivery ETA’s depend on stock availability but you will be informed if the item you require is out of stock and may take longer than the above lead times.
- Orders are processed from when the payment is received and reflects in our account.
- We do not deliver outside of South Africa, but you may arrange for a courier service to collect from us or an appointed collection point when the goods have been invoiced and ready for collection.
- Orders placed on weekends or public holidays are processed the following business day.
- Raion Connect reserve the right to part ship goods on all orders to the customer and to invoice each shipment separately, unless otherwise stipulated by the customer. This is to make sure that the customer receive their stock in a fast and efficient manner..
