The Intel Core Ultra 9 285K is a high-performance processor from the Series 2 Arrow Lake family, designed for users who need immense computing power for demanding tasks. It utilizes the LGA1851 socket and features a hybrid architecture with 24 cores, consisting of 8 Performance-cores based on Lion Cove and 16 Efficiency-cores using Skymont. This configuration allows it to handle 24 threads with a base clock speed of 3.2 GHz, which can reach a max turbo boost of 5.7 GHz when you are pushing the system to its limits. To support these speeds, the chip includes a 36MB L3 cache and operates with a TDP of 125 W. It is built on a 10 nm lithography and works with dual-channel DDR5 SDRAM, supporting a maximum capacity of 192 GB at frequencies up to 6400 MHz. For connectivity, it provides PCIe 5.0 and 4.0 support with up to 24 lanes, ensuring fast data transfer for modern GPUs and NVMe drives. Integrated Intel Graphics allow you to run the system without a dedicated video card, supporting resolutions up to 7680x4320 across four different displays. This tray-version processor comes without a cooler, meaning you can choose your own thermal solution to match your specific build. It is well-suited for professionals in video editing, 3D rendering, or gaming who require a stable and powerful foundation for their workstation.