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92%
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92%
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Intel Core Ultra 5 245T

38,194 Benchmark Score
Top 8% Market Ranking
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Intel Arc B580

23,021 Benchmark Score
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30-60
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60-85
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4K Ultra gaming, VR ready, ray tracing enabled, professional workloads

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70-89

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The Intel Core Ultra 5 245T and Intel Arc B580 form a desktop pairing that targets a specific performance envelope. The CPU is a 14-core, 14-thread Arrow Lake-S part on Intel’s 3nm process, while the GPU is a 12GB Battlemage graphics card based on the Xe2-HPG architecture. The benchmark data shows a system that sits in the 77th percentile overall, with the CPU ranking in the 86th percentile against all processors and the GPU in the 68th percentile against all graphics cards. This is a balanced mid-range configuration, though the lack of measured FPS data for this exact combination means all gaming performance figures discussed here are estimates derived from synthetic benchmark scores.

CPU Analysis

The Core Ultra 5 245T is built on the Arrow Lake architecture, manufactured by TSMC on a 3nm process node. The chip integrates 17,800 million transistors across a 243 mm² die, which is a notably dense design for a desktop processor. It features 14 cores and 14 threads, meaning there is no hyper-threading, and the base clock is set at 2.20 GHz with a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The TDP is rated at 65 watts, making it a power-efficient part relative to its performance class.

The cache hierarchy is substantial: 192 KB of L1 per core, 3 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. This arrangement supports both single-threaded responsiveness and multi-threaded throughput. The processor supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, and it has ECC memory support, which is a feature typically associated with workstation-class reliability.

Benchmark results show a strong single-core performer. In Cinebench R23, the chip scores 3699 in single-core and 26208 in multi-core. The single-core score is particularly impressive relative to the multi-core figure, indicating that the 5.10 GHz boost clock is effective for lightly-threaded workloads. The multi-core score of 26208 is competitive for a 65-watt part, and it suggests that the 14 physical cores are well-utilized under load.

The PassMark suite reinforces this profile. The single-thread score is 4367, which is a high figure that places it among the top desktop processors for tasks that rely on one or two cores. The multi-thread score of 30833 is also solid, but the CPU's average benchmark score of 38194 places it in the 86th percentile overall. The nearest rivals are all within a narrow band: the AMD Ryzen 7 250 scores 38221 (0.1% higher), the Intel Core i5-13600HX scores 38261 (0.2% higher), and the Intel Core i5-13600KF scores 38103 (0.2% lower). The Intel Core i5-14490F matches at 38149 (0.1% lower). This means the 245T is essentially tied with these processors, trading blows within a 0.2% margin.

For real workloads, this translates to rapid application launches, snappy web browsing, and excellent performance in office productivity tasks. The high single-core score also benefits games that are not heavily multi-threaded, as well as legacy software that relies on high clock speeds. The 24 MB of L3 cache helps with data-heavy tasks like compression and encryption, where PassMark scores of 283812 and 23656 respectively show strong throughput.

Benchmark Performance

The CPU’s Cinebench scores paint a clear picture of a processor that excels at both single and multi-threaded tasks. The R23 multi-core score of 26208 is roughly 7 times the single-core score of 3699, which is a typical ratio for a 14-core part without hyper-threading. In PassMark, the integer math score is 88676, floating point math is 108499, and extended instructions score 22071. These numbers indicate a balanced ALU and FPU design, with the floating point unit being slightly stronger, which benefits scientific computing and certain rendering workloads.

The GPU, the Intel Arc B580, delivers a 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score of 3068. In Geekbench, it scores 92821 in OpenCL and 109672 in Vulkan. The PassMark G3D score is 15748, with a GPU compute score of 7729. The GPU’s average benchmark score is 23021, placing it in the 68th percentile against all GPUs. Its nearest rivals are interesting: the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP scores 23061 (0.2% higher), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 scores 22895 (0.6% lower), the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080 scores 23172 (0.7% higher), and the NVIDIA P106-100 scores 23249 (1% higher). The Arc B580 is therefore positioned between the RTX 2080 and the RTX 3080 in synthetic aggregate, which is a remarkable generational leap for Intel’s discrete GPU lineup.

The combined picture shows a system where the CPU is the stronger component relative to its peers. The CPU sits in the 86th percentile while the GPU sits in the 68th percentile, meaning the CPU has more headroom relative to the market than the GPU does. The combined percentile is 77, which is a reasonable reflection of a mid-range pairing. In CPU-heavy tasks like video encoding or software compilation, the 245T will keep pace with much more expensive processors. In GPU-heavy tasks like gaming at high resolutions, the Arc B580 will be the limiting factor, but it is still a capable performer for 1080p and 1440p gaming.

Upgrade Path and Platform

The Core Ultra 5 245T uses the Intel Socket 1851, which is the platform for the Core Ultra Series 2 desktop processors. This socket supports DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration, and the memory bandwidth is rated at 102.4 GB/s. The CPU provides 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, which is ample for a single high-end GPU and a fast NVMe SSD. The platform also supports ECC memory, which is a valuable feature for users who run error-sensitive workloads.

The integrated graphics are Arc Xe-LPG with 64 execution units, which provides a basic display output and hardware acceleration for media playback. This is useful for troubleshooting or for systems that do not require a discrete GPU, but the presence of the Arc B580 in this pairing makes the iGPU secondary.

The recommended PSU for the Arc B580 is 450 watts, and the GPU has a TDP of 190 watts. The CPU’s TDP is 65 watts, so the total system power draw is modest. A 450-watt PSU provides enough headroom for the GPU and CPU, with some margin for drives and peripherals. The GPU requires a single 8-pin power connector, which is standard for this class of card.

A sensible next upgrade would be to add more DDR5 memory, as the platform supports dual-channel and the 102.4 GB/s bandwidth is a fixed constraint. The CPU’s 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes mean that a future GPU upgrade to a higher-tier card would not be bottlenecked by the interface. The main limitation is the CPU's locked multiplier, which prevents overclocking, but the 5.10 GHz boost clock is already high. The platform is relatively new, so there is likely room for future CPU upgrades on the same socket.

Usage Scenarios

High-refresh gaming: The CPU’s single-core score of 4367 in PassMark and 3699 in Cinebench R23 ensures that frame pacing will be consistent in most games. The GPU’s 13.67 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 456.0 GB/s of memory bandwidth are sufficient for high-refresh 1080p gaming, though the lack of measured FPS data means exact frame rates are estimates. The 12GB VRAM is a strong asset for modern titles.

Streaming: The CPU has 14 cores, which provides headroom for encoding software while gaming. The PassMark multi-thread score of 30833 indicates that the CPU can handle a game and a streaming encoder simultaneously, though the lack of hardware AV1 encoding on the CPU is notable. The GPU does support AV1 via its media engine, which offloads the encoding task.

Video editing: The CPU’s multi-core score of 26208 in Cinebench R23 and the GPU’s compute score of 7729 in PassMark suggest a capable combination for 1080p and 1440p video editing. The GPU’s 12GB VRAM is beneficial for timeline previews and effects, and the CPU’s high single-core score helps with scrubbing and UI responsiveness.

3D rendering: The CPU’s floating point score of 108499 in PassMark is strong for CPU-based rendering. The GPU’s 20 ray tracing cores and 27.34 TFLOPS of FP16 performance are also relevant for GPU-accelerated rendering, though the 13.67 TFLOPS of FP32 is a more conservative figure. The 24 MB of L3 cache helps with scene data.

Software development: The CPU’s integer math score of 88676 and data compression score of 283812 indicate fast compilation times. The 14 cores are useful for parallel builds, and the 5.10 GHz boost clock helps with single-threaded tasks like code analysis. The ECC memory support is a bonus for long-running build servers.

Student and office work: The CPU’s single-thread score of 4367 and the GPU’s G2D score of 709 ensure a responsive desktop experience for document editing, spreadsheets, and web browsing. The 65-watt TDP means the system runs cool and quiet, which is ideal for a dorm room or shared office.

Gaming Performance

No measured FPS data exists for the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T paired with the Intel Arc B580. The FACT PACK contains no measured FPS rows for this exact combination, so all gaming performance figures discussed in this section are estimates derived from the benchmark scores. The dataIsMeasured flag is false, so treat the following as projections rather than verified results.

Based on the GPU’s 3DMark Steel Nomad score of 3068 and its PassMark G3D score of 15748, the Arc B580 is expected to deliver playable frame rates at 1080p with ultra settings in most titles. The 12GB VRAM is sufficient for high-resolution textures, and the 456.0 GB/s bandwidth prevents memory bottlenecks in most scenarios. The CPU’s single-core performance is strong enough to avoid limiting frame rates in most games, as the PassMark single-thread score of 4367 is well above the threshold for high-refresh gaming.

At 1440p, the GPU will be the primary constraint. The 13.67 TFLOPS of FP32 performance is adequate for 1440p, but the frame rates will be lower than at 1080p. The RTX 2080, which scores 0.6% lower in the aggregate, was a capable 1440p card in its generation, so the Arc B580 should be comparable. At 4K, the GPU will struggle to maintain high frame rates in demanding titles, but the 12GB VRAM helps with memory capacity, if not raw throughput.

The CPU’s 24 MB of L3 cache and 5.10 GHz boost clock will help with games that are sensitive to cache latency and single-thread performance. The lack of hyper-threading is a minor concern for games that scale beyond 14 threads, but most current titles do not exceed that threshold.

Who Should Build It

This pairing is ideal for gamers who prioritize 1080p and 1440p resolution with high or ultra settings. The Arc B580’s 12GB VRAM and 456.0 GB/s bandwidth are sufficient for these resolutions, and the CPU’s high single-core score ensures smooth frame pacing. The system is also well-suited for content creators who need a balance between CPU and GPU performance for video editing and light 3D rendering.

Developers will appreciate the 14 cores and the PassMark integer math score of 88676, which indicates fast compile times. The ECC memory support is a differentiator for workstation use. Students and office workers will find the system more powerful than needed for typical tasks, but the 65-watt CPU TDP means the system is energy-efficient.

Small business workstations that run database queries or financial modeling will benefit from the CPU’s data encryption score of 23656 and data compression score of 283812. The GPU is less relevant for these tasks, but the iGPU provides a fallback if the discrete card fails. The overall build is versatile, with no single workload dominating the design.

Balance and Bottleneck

The data shows a system that is reasonably balanced, but there are clear workload-dependent bottlenecks. In CPU-intensive tasks like video encoding or software compilation, the CPU is the star. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 26208 places the 245T in the 86th percentile, meaning it outperforms 86% of all CPUs. The GPU, at the 68th percentile, is less impressive by comparison, so in tasks that use both components, the GPU will often be the limiting factor.

In gaming, the bottleneck shifts to the GPU. The CPU’s single-thread score of 4367 and its 5.10 GHz boost clock are more than sufficient for most games, but the GPU’s 13.67 TFLOPS of FP32 performance and 68th percentile ranking will cap frame rates. The FPS scaling from 1080p to 1440p will be governed by the GPU, as the CPU will have headroom.

The 24 MB of L3 cache on the CPU helps reduce memory latency, which benefits gaming, but the GPU’s 456.0 GB/s bandwidth is still the primary constraint for texture-heavy scenes. The combined percentile of 77 reflects this balance: the system is better than average, but neither component is a top-tier performer. The 450-watt PSU recommendation and 190-watt GPU TDP indicate that power is not a bottleneck, but the PCIe 4.0 x8 interface on the GPU could be a minor limitation if paired with a faster card in the future.

FAQ

Q: What is the CPU's boost clock and how does it affect performance?

A: The boost clock is 5.10 GHz, which drives the PassMark single-thread score of 4367 and the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 3699. This high clock speed benefits lightly-threaded tasks like gaming and application responsiveness.

Q: How does the Arc B580 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Arc B580’s average benchmark score is 23021, which is 0.2% lower than the AMD Radeon RX 580 2048SP, 0.6% higher than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080, 0.7% lower than the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3080, and 1% lower than the NVIDIA P106-100.

Q: Does the CPU support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T supports ECC memory. This is a feature that is typically found on workstation processors and is useful for error-sensitive workloads.

Q: What is the recommended power supply for this system?

A: The suggested PSU for the Intel Arc B580 is 450 watts. The GPU has a TDP of 190 watts and requires a single 8-pin power connector, while the CPU TDP is 65 watts.

Q: Is there measured FPS data for this CPU and GPU combination?

A: No, there is no measured FPS data for the Intel Core Ultra 5 245T paired with the Intel Arc B580. All gaming performance figures are estimates derived from benchmark scores.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of the CPU?

A: The CPU supports dual-channel DDR5 memory with a bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s. This is a fixed constraint for the platform, regardless of the memory modules installed.

Q: What is the GPU's ray tracing capability?

A: The Intel Arc B580 has 20 ray tracing cores and is based on the Xe2-HPG architecture. It supports DirectX 12 Ultimate, which includes hardware ray tracing, but its FP32 performance of 13.67 TFLOPS will limit ray tracing performance in demanding games.

GPU Analysis

The Intel Arc B580 is the second-generation discrete GPU from Intel, built on the Xe2-HPG architecture and the BMG-G21 chip. It is manufactured by TSMC on a 5nm process, with 19,600 million transistors on a 272 mm² die, giving a transistor density of 72.1 million per mm². The GPU has 12 GB of GDDR6 memory on a 192-bit bus, providing a bandwidth of 456.0 GB/s. The base and boost clocks are both 2670 MHz, and the memory runs at 2375 MHz, which translates to 19 Gbps effective.

The GPU cores are arranged with 2560 shading units, 160 texture mapping units, and 80 render output units. There are 20 ray tracing cores, and the pixel rate is 213.6 GPixel/s with a texture rate of 427.2 GTexel/s. The FP32 performance is 13.67 TFLOPS, and the FP16 performance is 27.34 TFLOPS with a 2:1 ratio. The TDP is 190 watts, and the card is dual-slot with a single 8-pin power connector.

Benchmark scores show a GPU that is competitive with older high-end cards. The 3DMark Steel Nomad DX12 score is 3068, and the Geekbench Vulkan score is 109672. The PassMark G3D score is 15748, with a GPU compute score of 7729. The GPU’s percentile rank is 68th against all GPUs, which places it in the upper half of the market. The nearest rival, the NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080, scores 0.6% lower on average, while the RTX 3080 scores 0.7% higher.

For rendering workloads, the FP32 performance of 13.67 TFLOPS is the key metric for traditional rasterization. The 20 ray tracing cores provide hardware acceleration for RT effects, but the overall RT performance will be modest compared to higher-tier cards. The 12 GB of VRAM is a significant advantage, as it allows for larger textures and higher resolution rendering without running out of memory. The 456.0 GB/s bandwidth is sufficient for 1080p and 1440p gaming, and it supports the pixel rate of 213.6 GPixel/s. The GPU’s dual-slot design and 272 mm length make it compatible with most mid-tower cases.

The display outputs include one HDMI 2.1a and three DisplayPort 2.1, which support high refresh rates and high resolutions. The API support is comprehensive, including DirectX 12 Ultimate, OpenGL 4.6, and Vulkan 1.4. The GPU’s predecessor is Alchemist, and the production status is active. The launch MSRP was 249 USD, and the suggested PSU is 450 watts. The 68th percentile ranking indicates that this is a solid mid-range GPU, but it is not a top-tier performer for 4K gaming or heavy ray tracing.