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Intel Core Ultra 5 245

48,995 Benchmark Score
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8,558 Benchmark Score
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# Intel Core Ultra 5 245 + Intel Arc A380 — Database Analysis

This pairing combines Intel's 14-core Arrow Lake desktop processor with the company's entry-level Alchemist discrete GPU. The CPU sits at the 90th percentile among all tested processors, while the GPU lands at the 44th percentile among all tested graphics cards, creating a heavily CPU-favored balance. No measured FPS rows exist for this exact combination in the FACT PACK, so all frame-rate discussion is estimated from the individual benchmark scores rather than direct game testing.

GPU Analysis — VRAM, bandwidth, clocks, RT/tensor hardware, what the benchmark scores mean for rendering

The Intel Arc A380 is built on the Xe-HPG architecture using the DG2-128 chip, manufactured on TSMC's 6 nm process with 7,200 million transistors on a 157 mm² die. The GPU carries 6 GB of GDDR6 memory across a 96-bit bus, yielding 186.0 GB/s of bandwidth. Clock speeds are modest: a 2000 MHz base and 2050 MHz boost, with memory running at 1937 MHz (15.5 Gbps effective). The memory configuration is notably small in bus width, which will constrain performance in memory-heavy workloads even though the 6 GB capacity handles most modern titles at 1080p.

The compute configuration includes 1024 shading units, 64 texture mapping units, and 32 raster output units. Intel lists 8 ray tracing cores, though the GPU lacks any dedicated tensor core count in the FACT PACK. Pixel fill rate is 65.60 GPixel/s, texture fill rate is 131.2 GTexel/s, and FP32 throughput is 4.198 TFLOPS, with FP16 at 8.397 TFLOPS via a 2:1 ratio. These are entry-level figures that place the card firmly in the 1080p gaming segment rather than high-resolution or compute-heavy territory.

Benchmark results reflect this positioning. The GPU scores 808 in 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12, 38224 in Geekbench OpenCL, and 36736 in Geekbench Vulkan. Passmark results show 6252 in G3D, 2762 in GPU compute, and notably low DirectX scores: 37 in DX10, 38 in DX11, 35 in DX12, and 73 in DX9. The Passmark G2D score of 610 indicates modest 2D capabilities. The average benchmark score is 8558, placing the A380 at the 44th percentile of all GPUs. Its nearest rivals in the database are the AMD FirePro W5170M (avg 8595, delta -0.4%), AMD Radeon HD 8870M (avg 8462, delta 1.1%), NVIDIA GeForce MX330 (avg 8458, delta 1.2%), and AMD Radeon 880M (avg 8436, delta 1.4%). The A380 essentially trades blows with these older or integrated-class parts, confirming its position as an entry-level discrete GPU.

For rendering workloads, the 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 figure and 131.2 GTexel/s texture rate suggest capability for light 3D work and basic video encoding, but the 96-bit memory bus will be a limiting factor in complex scenes. The card supports DirectX 12 Ultimate (12_2), OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4, giving it modern API coverage. The 8 ray tracing cores provide hardware RT support, but with only 4.198 TFLOPS of raw compute behind them, ray-traced effects will require significant compromises in resolution or quality settings.

FAQ

Q: What is the combined performance percentile of this CPU+GPU pairing?

A: The build sits at the 67th combined percentile, meaning it outperforms roughly two-thirds of all tested CPU+GPU combinations in the database.

Q: How does the Core Ultra 5 245 compare to its nearest rival, the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G?

A: The Intel chip scores an average benchmark of 48995, which is 0.4% lower than the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G's 49196 average score. The delta is negligible in real-world terms.

Q: What is the Arc A380's closest competitor in the GPU database?

A: The AMD FirePro W5170M has an average score of 8595, just 0.4% above the A380's 8558 average. The NVIDIA GeForce MX330 is also close at 8458, 1.2% behind.

Q: Does the Core Ultra 5 245 support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the CPU supports ECC memory, which is listed in its specifications alongside dual-channel DDR5 memory support with 102.4 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: What power supply does the Arc A380 require?

A: The suggested PSU rating is 250 W, and the GPU itself has a 75 W TDP with a single 8-pin power connector.

Q: Is the Core Ultra 5 245 multiplier unlocked for overclocking?

A: No, the multiplier is locked. The CPU has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, but these are not user-adjustable via an unlocked multiplier.

Q: What PCIe interface does the Arc A380 use?

A: The GPU uses a PCIe 4.0 x8 bus interface, while the CPU provides PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Core Ultra 5 245 uses the Intel Socket 1851, which is the platform for Arrow Lake desktop processors. Memory support is DDR5 only, running dual-channel with a theoretical bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. The CPU offers PCIe Gen 5 with 20 lanes from the processor itself. The platform includes integrated graphics in the form of Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64 execution units, which provides a fallback display output if the discrete GPU is removed or fails.

The Arc A380 has a 75 W TDP with a suggested PSU of 250 W, making it a low-power addition to the platform. The card is dual-slot, measures 222 mm in length, 114 mm in height, and 42 mm in width, and uses a single 8-pin power connector. Display outputs include one HDMI 2.1 and three DisplayPort 2.0 connections. The GPU's production status is end-of-life, with Battlemage listed as its successor, so new units may become scarce over time.

A sensible next upgrade path for this build would focus on the GPU first, since the CPU has substantial headroom. The Core Ultra 5 245's 90th percentile ranking means it can drive significantly more powerful graphics cards without becoming the bottleneck in most scenarios. The 250 W suggested PSU for the A380 indicates that the rest of the system draws modest power, so a GPU upgrade to a higher-tier card would likely require a PSU upgrade as well. The PCIe 4.0 x8 interface on the A380 is adequate for its performance class, but a newer GPU with PCIe 4.0 x16 would be fully supported by the CPU's PCIe Gen 5 lanes. The platform itself is current, so CPU upgrades within Socket 1851 remain possible, though the locked multiplier limits tuning options.

Who Should Build It

This pairing targets users who need strong multi-threaded CPU performance but only modest graphics capability. Gamers at 1080p with low-to-medium settings in less demanding titles will find the Arc A380 sufficient, while the CPU ensures that game logic, physics, and background tasks rarely cause hitches. Content creators working with video encoding or photo editing will benefit from the Core Ultra 5 245's high multi-core scores, though GPU-accelerated rendering will be limited by the A380's modest compute throughput of 4.198 TFLOPS FP32.

Software developers compiling large codebases will appreciate the CPU's Passmark multi-thread score of 38706 and data compression score of 400942. Students and office workers building a general-purpose desktop will find the combination more than adequate for productivity applications, web browsing, and light media work. Small business workstations that occasionally handle batch photo processing or spreadsheet-heavy workloads will run smoothly, especially with ECC memory support for data integrity. However, users whose primary workload is modern AAA gaming at high settings, 3D rendering, or machine learning would be better served by a more powerful GPU.

Balance and Bottleneck

The performance delta between the CPU and GPU is stark. The Core Ultra 5 245 sits at the 90th percentile of all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 48995. The Arc A380 sits at the 44th percentile of all GPUs with an average score of 8558. This creates a system where the GPU is the clear limiting factor in graphics-bound workloads, while the CPU has extensive headroom.

In gaming at 1080p, the CPU will rarely be the constraint. Its single-core score of 4394 in Passmark and Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4648 indicate strong per-thread performance that can feed even high-refresh-rate displays in esports titles. The GPU, however, with its 6252 Passmark G3D score and low DirectX 12 score of 35, will cap frame rates well below what the CPU could theoretically support. The 96-bit memory bus and 186.0 GB/s bandwidth further limit the GPU's ability to push high frame rates in memory-intensive scenes.

For CPU-bound workloads like software compilation, data compression (400942 Passmark score), or floating-point math (120548 Passmark score), the GPU is irrelevant, and the CPU performs at its 90th-percentile level. For GPU-bound workloads like 3D rendering or gaming at higher resolutions, the A380's 44th-percentile position dominates the experience. The combined 67th percentile reflects this imbalance: the CPU pulls the overall tier upward, but the GPU anchors it below what the processor alone could achieve.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS rows exist for this exact CPU+GPU combination in the FACT PACK. All frame-rate figures below are estimates derived from the benchmark scores and should be treated as approximations rather than tested results. The Arc A380's Passmark G3D score of 6252 and DirectX 11 score of 38 suggest 1080p gaming at low-to-medium settings in most modern titles. The GPU's FP32 throughput of 4.198 TFLOPS and texture rate of 131.2 GTexel/s provide enough raw power for esports and older games at high frame rates, but newer AAA titles will require significant quality reductions.

The CPU's strong single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core 4648, Passmark single-thread 4394) means frame pacing and minimum frame rates will be smooth even when the GPU is near its limit. In CPU-light games like MOBAs or turn-based strategy, the A380 can stretch its legs at 1080p with medium settings. In demanding shooters or open-world titles, the 6 GB VRAM and 186.0 GB/s bandwidth will likely become constraints at higher texture qualities. For 1440p gaming, the A380 lacks the fill rate and memory bandwidth to maintain playable frame rates in most modern titles, making 1080p the practical ceiling for this GPU.

Benchmark Performance

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 achieves an average benchmark score of 48995, placing it at the 90th percentile of all CPUs. Its nearest rivals are separated by less than one percent: the AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 5755G scores 49196 (-0.4%), the AMD Ryzen 9 7900 scores 49228 (-0.5%), the Intel Xeon Gold 5318H scores 48698 (+0.6%), and the Intel Core i5-14600K scores 48618 (+0.8%). The Core Ultra 5 245 essentially matches these parts, with differences well within run-to-run variance.

The Arc A380 averages 8558 across all GPU benchmarks, placing it at the 44th percentile. Its nearest rivals are similarly tight: the AMD FirePro W5170M scores 8595 (-0.4%), the AMD Radeon HD 8870M scores 8462 (+1.1%), the NVIDIA GeForce MX330 scores 8458 (+1.2%), and the AMD Radeon 880M scores 8436 (+1.4%). The A380 is squarely in the entry-level GPU tier, comparable to older mobile parts and modern integrated graphics.

The combined percentile for this pairing is 67, which reflects the CPU's strong 90th-percentile position pulling up the GPU's weaker 44th-percentile showing. In CPU benchmarks, the Core Ultra 5 245 shows particular strength in multi-threaded workloads: Cinebench R23 multi-core 32924, R20 multi-core 13828, and Passmark multi-thread 38706. Single-thread scores are also solid: Cinebench R23 single-core 4648, R20 single-core 1952, and Passmark single-thread 4394. The GPU's 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 808 and Geekbench Vulkan score of 36736 indicate it can handle modern APIs, but the Passmark DirectX scores (35-38 across DX10/11/12) reveal that real-world gaming performance will be modest.

Build Overview

This is a desktop-class pairing of Intel's Core Ultra 5 245 (Arrow Lake, 14 cores, 14 threads) with the Intel Arc A380 (Xe-HPG, Alchemist generation). The CPU is a current, active production part released in January 2025 with a launch MSRP of $270. The GPU is end-of-life, released in June 2022, with a launch MSRP of 149 USD. The system occupies the 67th combined percentile, which places it in the mid-range tier overall — strong processor performance paired with entry-level graphics.

The CPU represents the Arrow Lake architecture on TSMC's 3 nm process, while the GPU uses the older Xe-HPG architecture on 6 nm. This generational gap is visible in the performance split: the CPU is competitive with high-end desktop parts like the Ryzen 9 7900 and Core i5-14600K, while the GPU trades blows with the GeForce MX330 and Radeon 880M. The build is best understood as a workstation-oriented platform with gaming as a secondary capability.

CPU Analysis

The Intel Core Ultra 5 245 is a 14-core, 14-thread processor (no hyperthreading) based on the Arrow Lake architecture, codenamed Arrow Lake-S. It belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2 generation, manufactured on TSMC's 3 nm process with 17,800 million transistors on a 243 mm² die. Clock speeds range from a 3.50 GHz base to a 5.10 GHz boost. The cache hierarchy includes 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support is dual-channel DDR5 with 102.4 GB/s of bandwidth and ECC capability.

Benchmark results show strong all-around performance. Cinebench R23 multi-core scores 32924, while single-core scores 4648. The R20 results are 13828 multi-core and 1952 single-core, and R15 shows 3318 multi-core and 468 single-core. Passmark results include multi-thread 38706, single-thread 4394, integer math 91187, floating-point math 120548, data compression 400942, data encryption 30236, extended instructions 33304, physics 2569, random string sorting 49140, and find prime numbers 365. The average benchmark score of 48995 places it at the 90th percentile, matching or slightly exceeding the Ryzen 9 7900 and Core i5-14600K.

For real workloads, this CPU excels in multi-threaded tasks like video encoding, 3D rendering, and software compilation. The high floating-point and integer math scores indicate strong compute capability. The single-thread score of 4394 ensures responsive everyday use and solid gaming performance. The locked multiplier and 65 W TDP make it an efficient, low-maintenance processor for workstations that prioritize stability over overclocking.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU's single-core performance (Cinebench R23 single-core 4648, Passmark single-thread 4394) is sufficient for high frame rates in CPU-bound titles, but the Arc A380's 6252 Passmark G3D score and 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 will cap frames well below what the CPU can feed. Expect 1080p medium settings in esports, with lower settings required for AAA titles.

Streaming: The 14-core CPU with 24 MB of L3 cache can handle encoding and streaming workloads simultaneously without significant frame drops. The Passmark multi-thread score of 38706 provides ample headroom for x264 encoding, though GPU-based encoding via the A380 would be less effective given its modest compute performance.

Video editing: The CPU's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 32924 and floating-point math score of 120548 indicate strong performance for timeline editing and export. The A380's 6 GB VRAM and 186.0 GB/s bandwidth are adequate for 1080p editing but will struggle with 4K timelines or heavy effects.

3D rendering: CPU-based rendering will be strong, with the Core Ultra 5 245 matching the Ryzen 9 7900 in average score. GPU rendering on the A380 is limited by 4.198 TFLOPS FP32 and the 96-bit memory bus, making it unsuitable for production workloads but viable for light previews.

Software development: The CPU's data compression score of 400942 and integer math score of 91187 indicate fast compilation and build times. The 14 threads handle parallel builds efficiently, and ECC memory support adds reliability for long-running processes.

Student and office work: This pairing is overkill for typical productivity tasks. The CPU's single-thread score of 4394 ensures snappy application response, while the A380's 610 Passmark G2D score handles desktop rendering without issue. The 65 W TDP and 250 W suggested PSU keep power draw low for daily use.