Intel has released the new Core Ultra 7 260K processor, but you won’t be able to buy it. Yeah, so they’re limiting it only to prebuilt gaming machines. Which is a shame because that means you can’t get it if you’re looking to buy the new CPU on its own.
Intel Core Ultra 7 260K specifications and prebuilt availability details
For standalone CPU purchases, you’ll have to move along and find another option. In any case, you can find this CPU already integrated in certain prebuilt desktops from ABS.
Specifications
- Core Count: 20 (8 P-cores + 12 E-cores)
- Max Turbo Frequency: 5.4GHz
- P-Core Base Frequency: 3.9GHz
- Cache: 30MB Intel Smart Cache
- Availability: Prebuilt systems only (ABS Flux II Aqua)
The new Core Ultra 7 260K CPU is being used in ABS’s Flux II Aqua gaming desktops that are up for sale at Newegg. You get this 20-core processor that offers 8 performance cores and 12 efficiency cores. This means they maintained a 3.9GHz base clock frequency for those P-cores. Intel capped the turbo clock speed on this specific model at 5.4GHz.
The CPU offers 30MB of Intel Smart Cache for data purposes. As it is not available in a retail box form, the CPU is only limited to these prebuilt setups. Speaking of which, these prebuilt systems are starting from 1699 USD (approx. $1,699). The base model includes an RTX 5060 GPU.
You can opt for the RTX 5070 variant, which will set you back 1999 USD (approx. $1,999). This model is for those who need a bit more out of the graphics department. These machines are available for purchase right now. This 260K model is very much a specialized component for prebuilt systems.
Prebuilt exclusives are a dead end for enthusiasts. I want the raw silicon, not a locked-in system.