Unleash next-generation performance with 24-cores and advanced AI capabilities for demanding desktop workloads.

Quick Specs

Experience unparalleled processing power with 24-cores, including 8 performance-cores and 16 efficient-cores.
Achieve peak speeds of up to 5.50GHz with Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0.
Accelerate AI workloads with a dedicated NPU delivering 13 NPU TOPS and 36 overall peak TOPS (Int8).
Support for DDR5 7200 MT/s memory ensures lightning-fast data access and multitasking.
Future-proof your system with support for PCI Express 5.0 and 4.0 connectivity.

Engineered for the demanding South African user, the Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 270K PLUS processor represents a paradigm shift in desktop computing.

This is not merely a component; it is the strategic heart of your workstation, designed for professionals, creators, and power users who require uncompromising performance and intelligent processing. Whether you are rendering complex 3D models, compiling large codebases, or engaging in high-fidelity content creation, this Intel CPU is built to meet and exceed those demands. It provides the raw power necessary to tackle intensive tasks, ensuring that your workflow remains fluid and your productivity is maximised. For those who understand that time is their most valuable asset, this processor delivers tangible results, cutting down processing times and enabling faster iteration cycles. The Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 270K PLUS stands as a pinnacle of Intel processors, offering an unparalleled Intel 24-core CPU experience.

Intelligent processing for a new era of computing

The architecture of the 270K PLUS is meticulously crafted for modern workloads. Featuring a hybrid design with 8 Performance-cores and 16 Efficient-cores, it intelligently allocates tasks to the most appropriate cores, optimising both power consumption and performance. This dual-core strategy ensures that high-demand applications receive maximum processing power, while background tasks and less intensive operations run with exceptional energy efficiency. The integration of the Intel® AI Boost NPU provides dedicated hardware acceleration for artificial intelligence tasks, making it ideal for machine learning, data analysis, and AI-powered creative applications. With 13 NPU TOPS and a remarkable 36 overall peak TOPS (Int8), this processor is at the forefront of AI innovation, showcasing the advanced capabilities of Intel processors.

Unleash your creative potential with advanced graphics and memory support

This Intel CPU is equipped with Intel® Graphics, featuring 4 Xe-cores and capable of reaching a dynamic frequency of 2.00GHz. It supports multiple high-resolution outputs, including up to 7680 x 4320 @ 60Hz via DisplayPort 2.1, ensuring clarity for even the most detailed visual work. The support for up to DDR5 7200 MT/s memory, with a maximum of 256 GB across two channels, guarantees that your system can handle massive datasets and complex applications without compromise. ECC memory support further enhances reliability for critical workloads, providing peace of mind during intensive tasks. This configuration highlights why it is considered a top-tier Intel 24-core CPU.

The strategic advantage for discerning professionals

The Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 270K PLUS is more than just a CPU; it is a commitment to peak performance and future-ready technology. Its robust feature set, including PCI Express 5.0 support and Intel® vPro® Enterprise capabilities, ensures compatibility with the latest hardware and provides advanced management and security features essential for business environments. For the South African professional who demands the best, this Intel CPU offers a clear path to enhanced productivity and seamless operation across a wide spectrum of demanding applications, embodying the best of Intel processors.

A complete platform for demanding users

This Intel CPU’s specifications are a testament to its advanced design. With a Processor Base Power of 125W and a Maximum Turbo Power of 250W, it is engineered for sustained high performance. The inclusion of Intel® Thread Director, Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, and advanced thermal monitoring technologies ensures that the processor operates efficiently and maintains optimal performance under heavy loads. This is the ultimate processor for those who refuse to settle for anything less than cutting-edge performance and reliability, making it a truly outstanding Intel 24-core CPU.

FEATURES:

Accelerate AI tasks with the integrated Intel® AI Boost NPU, delivering 13 NPU TOPS for faster machine learning and deep learning applications.
Experience fluid multitasking and demanding application performance with 24-cores, comprised of 8 Performance-cores and 16 Efficient-cores.
Achieve peak frequencies of up to 5.50GHz with Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, ensuring responsiveness for critical workloads.
Power advanced visualisations and content creation with integrated Intel® Graphics supporting up to 7680 x 4320 @ 60Hz resolution.
Ensure rapid data processing and smooth operation with support for up to DDR5 7200 MT/s memory and 256 GB capacity.
Build a high-speed, future-proof system with support for PCIe 5.0 and 4.0, offering superior bandwidth for graphics cards and storage.
Benefit from advanced manageability and security with Intel® vPro® Enterprise eligibility, ideal for professional environments.

SPECIFICATIONS:

Essentials:
- Product Collection: Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
- Code Name: Products formerly Arrow Lake
- Vertical Segment: Desktop
- Processor Number: 270K PLUS
- Overall Peak TOPS (Int8): 36
CPU Specifications:
- Total Cores: 24
- # of Performance-cores: 8
- # of Efficient-cores: 16
- # of Low Power Efficient-cores: 0
- Total Threads: 24
- Max Turbo Frequency: 5.50GHz
- Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 Frequency: 5.50GHz
- Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency: 5.40GHz
- Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency: 4.70GHz
- Performance-core Base Frequency: 3.70GHz
- Efficient-core Base Frequency: 3.20GHz
- Cache: 30 MB Intel® Smart Cache
- Total L2 Cache: 40 MB
- Processor Base Power: 125 W
- Maximum Turbo Power: 250 W
Memory Specifications:
- Max Memory Size (dependent on memory type): 256 GB
- Memory Types: Up to DDR5 7200 MT/s
- Maximum Memory Speed: 7200MHz
- Max # of Memory Channels: 2
- ECC Memory Supported: Yes
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
Processor Graphics:
- Processor Graphics: Intel® Graphics
- Graphics Base Frequency: 300 MHz
- Graphics Max Dynamic Frequency: 2.00GHz
- GPU Peak TOPS (Int8): 8
- Graphics Output: eDP1.4b, DP 2.1 UHBR20, HDMI 2.1 FRL
- X^e-cores: 4
- Max Resolution (HDMI): 4096 x 2304 @ 60Hz (HDMI 2.1 TMDS) | 7680 x 4320 @ 60Hz (HDMI2.1 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
- 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 Max Technology 3.0: 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 vPro® Eligibility: Intel vPro® Enterprise
- Intel® Threat Detection Technology (TDT): Yes
- Intel® Active Management Technology (AMT): Yes
- Intel® Standard Manageability (ISM): Yes
- Intel® Remote Platform Erase (RPE): Yes
- Intel® One-Click Recovery: Yes
- Intel® Secure Key: Yes
- Intel® Control-Flow Enforcement Technology: Yes
- Intel® Total Memory Encryption – Multi Key: Yes
- 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): Yes
- Intel® Virtualization Technology with Redirect Protection (VT-rp): Yes
- 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 7 270K PLUS LGA1851 3.70GHz 24-Core CPU x1

Intel Core Ultra 7 270K PLUS LGA1851 3.70GHz 24-Core CPU