Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus Benchmark Leak Reveals Arrow Lake Refresh Performance
Recent leaks have shed light on Intel’s upcoming Arrow Lake Refresh desktop CPUs, with the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus making its first appearance in PassMark’s benchmark charts. This follows the earlier sighting of the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus in an HP prebuilt desktop, further indicating that the launch of Intel’s next-generation processors is imminent.
PassMark Benchmark Results Highlight Performance Gains
According to PassMark, the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus achieved a CPU benchmark score of 50,478 points. This result positions the new processor approximately 16% ahead of its predecessors, the 14-core Core Ultra 5 245K and Core Ultra 5 245KF. The performance improvement suggests that Intel’s Arrow Lake Refresh lineup will deliver notable gains for users seeking mid-range desktop CPUs.
The benchmark score places the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus almost exactly between the Core Ultra 5 245K and the higher-end Core Ultra 7 265K, indicating a well-balanced offering within Intel’s refreshed product stack.
Confirmed Specifications for the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus
The PassMark listing, along with previous leaks, provides further insight into the specifications of the Core Ultra 5 250K Plus. The new CPU is expected to feature a total of 18 cores and 18 threads, comprising 6 performance cores (P-cores) and 12 efficiency cores (E-cores). This marks an increase of four additional E-cores compared to the original 14-core Core Ultra 5 245 series, potentially enhancing multitasking and parallel processing capabilities.
As more benchmark results and official details emerge, the Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus is shaping up to be a compelling option for users looking for a balance of performance and efficiency in the next generation of desktop processors.
