Get a head start on your desktop computer build with this convenient kit, which bundles together a 3.9 GHz Intel Core Ultra 7 265K 20-Core Processor and ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI motherboard. With a desktop processor and motherboard together, you can focus on customizing your computer with memory, storage, and a graphics card to play games and create content.
Intel Core Ultra 7 265K 3.9 GHz 20-Core LGA 1851 Processor
Take your productivity, gaming, and content creation experiences to a new level with the Intel Core Ultra 7 265K 20-Core LGA 1851 Processor. Designed for professionals and enthusiasts, this desktop processor fits LGA 1851 socket motherboards and delivers improved power efficiency, stability, and performance with its optimized Hybrid Core Architecture, single-thread cores, and integrated NPU. Eight 3.9 GHz Performance-cores power demanding applications while the 12 low-voltage Efficient-cores handle background tasks for smooth multitasking. The built-in Intel Thread Director ensures that the two work seamlessly together by dynamically and intelligently assigning workloads to the right core at the right time.
With 30MB of cache and a 5.5 GHz Turbo Boost Max 3.0 frequency that can be pushed higher with Thermal Velocity Boost technology, this processor is made to handle almost any workload. You can overclock this processor for even greater performance. The Core Ultra 7 265K also supports PCI Express 5.0 and up to 192GB of dual-channel DDR5 memory at 6400 MHz.
The Core Ultra 7 265K features integrated Intel Graphics. Please note that a thermal solution is NOT included. This processor is backed by a 3-year warranty.
Performance-cores provide the speed to handle high-end games and demanding applications while low-priority and background tasks such as streaming video, playing music, and encoding media are handled by the processor's Efficient-cores.
The Intel Thread Director is built into the CPU's cores, working with the operating system to ensure each of the 20 threads are assigned to the right core at the right time.
An integrated NPU can handle up to 13 trillion operations per second (TOPs), providing accelerated performance for AI applications and features.
This processor supports PCIe 4.0 and PCIe 5.0 technologies, providing a combined total of 24 lanes for exceptional data throughput with compatible devices.
Intel Thermal Velocity Boost (TVB) is a technology that unlocks extra CPU performance by pushing the maximum frequency to 5.5 GHz when thermal headroom and turbo power budget are available. It is ideal for burst workloads that have sudden spikes in CPU utilization, providing a temporary performance boost to help avoid slowdowns.
The integrated Intel Graphics delivers fast, rich 3D performance for high-quality visuals.
Gaussian & Neural Accelerator
Gaussian and Neural Accelerator 3.5 (GNA) technology helps with noise suppression while enhancing background blurring during video chats.
Intel Deep Learning Boost
Accelerates AI inference to improve performance for deep learning workloads.
ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard
Bring your computer build to the next level with the ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI Motherboard as its foundation. Designed for immersive entertainment and demanding creative workflows, this ATX motherboard supports Intel Core Ultra series 2 desktop processors with the LGA 1851 socket and may be equipped to smoothly handle creative applications and AI workloads.
Install up to three M.2 PCIe 5.0 SSDs alongside four PCIe 4.0 drives, providing you with plenty of space to store your games library, applications, and multimedia files. Four SATA III connectors are also available. The four DDR5 DIMM slots support up to 192GB. With one PCIe 5.0 x16 slot and a PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4 mode) slot, you can install powerful graphics cards and other compatible expansions.
The rear panel features two Thunderbolt 4 ports that can transfer up to 40 Gb/s with compatible devices or connect a USB-C compatible 8K display. There are also seven USB-A and one USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 port that work with 10 Gb/s devices alongside three 5 Gb/s compatible USB-A 3.2 Gen 1 ports. An internal header allows you to connect a front panel 20 Gb/s USB-C port. Built-in Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) support and a 5 Gb/s Ethernet port provide you with fast connections to compatible network devices for smooth video streaming and low-latency online games. Windows 11 is required to take advantage of all this motherboard's features.
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence, the ROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI can boost performance with automatic AI overclocking and cooling, enhancing your games and productivity without compromising thermal capabilities. AI Networking uses intelligent technologies to continuously optimize your wireless connectivity. You can ask the ASUS AI Adviser questions about optimizing your system's performance and finding out more about its features.
Equipped with 18(110A)+1(90A)+2(90A)+2(80A) power stages with ProCool II connectors, MicroFine alloy chokes, and durable capacitors, this motherboard delivers stable power throughout the entire motherboard, maintaining electrical volume whether you are performing simple tasks or operating at full power during resource-demanding processes.
A VRM heat sink array, M.2 heat sinks, an M.2 backplate, and a direct contact U-shaped heat pipe help to efficiently dissipate heat for optimal performance.
ROG M.2 PowerBoost technology helps ensure that every onboard M.2 device operates simultaneously at optimal performance.
This ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature analyzes individual memory modules to optimize performance and pinpoint potential issues.
DIMM Flex employs specialized circuitry that can boost performance or address potential stability issues, depending on temperature readings.
ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III) is an advanced firmware feature that empowers users to achieve unparalleled memory performance with cutting-edge CUDIMM memory.
SupremeFX 7.1 Surround Sound
ROG SupremeFX ALC4080 codec delivers studio quality 32-bit, 384 kHz audio across all channels. The front panel audio output is channeled through an integrated Savitech SV3H712 amplifier, delivering near imperceptible distortion levels at -90dB THD+N and a signal-to-noise ratio of 110 dB. Audio line shielding and an audio cover reduces electromagnetic interference.
With the addition of height channels, Dolby Atmos surround sound creates an immersive audio experiences by providing the sensation of sound coming from above, below, and around the listener.
ASUS M.2 Q-Release, Q-Slide and Q-Latch technologies allows you to quickly install or remove M.2 SSDs without the need for tools or screws.
With PCIe Slot Q-Release Slim, simply tilt the card toward the latching mechanism to automatically unlock it from the PCIe slot. Users no longer need to fiddle with a tricky latch or even press a button to release their graphics card from the slot.
With Q-Antenna, attaching a Wi-Fi antenna to your PC is a snap. Instead of slowly rotating two fasteners until they finally lock in, they just snap into place.
The on-board Q-LED troubleshooting lights give PC builders a quick indicator to confirm that key components are functioning normally during startup. It can also alert them when memory modules have not been properly installed.
A built-in start button and Q-Code LEDs help you quickly identify problems. The FlexKey button may be customized with different functions.
Clear CMOS and BIOS FlashBack
Clear the CMOS at the touch of a button to help remove data corruption from the chip. BIOS FlashBack makes BIOS updates easy. Just load the BIOS file onto a FAT32 USB stick, insert it into the BIOS FlashBack port, and press a button. No CPU or memory needed.
Simplify driver management with automatic detection, one-click installation and update for smooth, efficient system performance.
Accessed via ASUS DriverHub, TurboV Core delivers intuitive CPU tuning that can unleash performance for overclocking enthusiasts. No need to enter the BIOS. You can modify settings directly from within Windows and apply them without needing to reboot.
Using this app enables smooth screen sharing and control across PCs, tablets, and smartphones via wired or wireless connections, across multiple platforms.
This comprehensive diagnostic tool provides detailed information about hardware components and real-time system monitoring.
The AIDA64 Extreme tool provides detailed information about the hardware components and software, perform benchmark tests, and help prevent possible hardware issues. A 60-day trial subscription is included.
Armoury Crate is a software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products, making it easy to tune the look and feel of your system. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate helps you customize RGB lighting and effects for compatible devices and synchronize them with Aura Sync to create a unified lighting scheme across your system. In addition, Armoury Crate's Fan Xpert4 tool provides comprehensive control over fans, water pumps, and all-in-one (AIO) coolers.
Enhance your immersion with RGB lighting effects, including modes that adapt to the on-screen action. Then synchronize them with Aura Sync compatible peripherals such as keyboards, mice, and monitors.
Addressable Gen 2 RGB headers
The three addressable Gen 2 headers automatically optimize lighting effects for the number of LEDs present on compatible ARGB gear.
Items Included
- Intel Core Ultra 7 265K 3.9 GHz 20-Core LGA 1851 Processor
- Limited 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty
- ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI LGA 1851 ATX Motherboard
- 2 x SATA III Cable
- Thermal Pad for M.2 22110
- ASUS Wi-Fi Q-Antenna
- Cable Ties Pack
- M.2 Q-Latch Package
- 2 x M.2 Q-Slide
- ROG Keychain
- ROG Strix Sticker Sheet
- 7 x M.2 Rubber
- Limited 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty
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Intel Core Ultra 7 265K 3.9 GHz 20-Core LGA 1851 Processor
Key Specs
| CPU Model |
Intel Core Ultra 7 265K
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| CPU Socket |
LGA 1851
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| Unlocked |
Yes
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| Number of Cores |
20 (8 x P-Cores + 12 x E-Cores)
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| Base Clock Speed |
P-Core: 3.9 GHz
E-Core: 3.3 GHz
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| Maximum Boost Speed |
P-Core Turbo: 5.4 GHz
P-Core Turbo 3.0: 5.5 GHz
P-Core Thermal Velocity Boost: 5.5 GHz
E-Core Turbo: 4.6 GHz
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| Thermal Design Power (TDP, Max) |
250 W
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| Included Thermal Solution |
No
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| Integrated Graphics |
Intel Graphics
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General
| CPU Model |
Intel Core Ultra 7 265K
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| CPU Socket |
LGA 1851
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| Maximum CPU Configuration |
1S
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| Maximum Number of PCIe Lanes |
20 (Revision 5.0)
4 (Revision 4.0)
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| Unlocked |
Yes
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Performance
| Number of Cores |
20 (8 x P-Cores + 12 x E-Cores)
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| Number of Threads |
20<
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