Intel’s upcoming Arrow Lake Plus refresh processors have been listed by Indian retailer Prime ABGB, revealing key specifications and confirming previous leaks. The listing highlights the Core Ultra 9 290K Plus and Core Ultra 7 270K Plus, offering an early look at the upgrades in Intel’s latest refresh series.
Core Ultra 9 290K Plus Specifications
The Core Ultra 9 290K Plus is the successor to the Core Ultra 9 285K. It retains the same 8+16 core configuration but introduces a 100 MHz increase in maximum P-Core frequency. Thermal Velocity Boost (TVB) also rises by 100 MHz, reaching up to 5.8 GHz. Memory support includes DDR5-7200, ensuring compatibility with high-speed modules commonly used in gaming and professional systems. This refresh provides incremental clock improvements while keeping the core layout consistent with the previous generation.
Core Ultra 7 270K Plus Specifications
The Core Ultra 7 270K Plus follows the Core Ultra 7 265K. It maintains most clock speeds from the 265K, except for adjustments in E-Core clocks similar to other refresh SKUs. A notable change is the addition of four E-Cores, increasing the total core count to 24. This change positions it just below the 285K in Intel’s product stack and resembles the upgrade pattern seen in Intel’s previous Core i7 refresh, where select models received higher core counts. Like the 290K Plus, this CPU also supports DDR5-7200 memory.
Availability and Pricing
While the retailer has not listed official prices, both CPUs are indicated as in stock. Customers are advised to contact Prime ABGB directly for pricing information. Both processors come with a three-year warranty. Based on Intel’s pricing approach for previous refresh series, it is expected that the new CPUs will be priced similarly to the existing lineup. This strategy allows Intel to maintain competitiveness in the DIY market, offering upgraded CPUs for enthusiasts without significant price jumps.
The listing of these Arrow Lake Plus refresh CPUs comes at a time when Intel continues to compete with AMD’s Ryzen 9000 series. While gaming performance still favors AMD in certain areas, Intel’s refreshed CPUs offer improved frequency and additional cores in select models, providing more options for multitasking and content creation. The listing confirms that Intel is continuing its pattern of targeted refreshes, bringing performance improvements where needed while maintaining overall lineup consistency.
With these listings, enthusiasts and system builders now have a clearer picture of what to expect from Intel’s Arrow Lake Plus refresh, including potential performance gains, core configurations, and memory support ahead of official announcements.
Intel Core Ultra 200S & Arrow Lake Refresh – Specs Table
| CPU Model | Cores / Threads | Base Clock (P / E) | Max Boost (P / E) | Cache (L3 / L2) | Memory Support | TDP (PL1 / PL2) | Price (SEP) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core Ultra 9 290K Plus | 24 / 24 (8P + 16E) | 3.7 / 3.2 GHz | 5.6 / 4.8 GHz | 36 MB / 40 MB | DDR5-7200 | 125W / 250W | TBD |
| Core Ultra 9 285K | 24 / 24 (8P + 16E) | 3.7 / 3.2 GHz | 5.5 / 4.6 GHz | 36 MB / 40 MB | DDR5-6400 | 125W / 250W | $589 US |
| Core Ultra 7 270K Plus | 24 / 24 (8P + 16E) | 3.7 / 3.2 GHz | 5.5 / 4.7 GHz | 36 MB / 40 MB | DDR5-7200 | 125W / 250W | TBD |
| Core Ultra 7 265K | 20 / 20 (8P + 12E) | 3.9 / 3.3 GHz | 5.4 / 4.6 GHz | 30 MB / 36 MB | DDR5-6400 | 125W / 250W | $394 US |
| Core Ultra 7 265KF | 20 / 20 (8P + 12E) | 3.9 / 3.3 GHz | 5.4 / 4.6 GHz | 30 MB / 36 MB | DDR5-6400 | 125W / 250W | $379 US |
| Core Ultra 5 250K Plus | 18 / 18 (6P + 12E) | 4.2 / 3.5 GHz | 5.3 / 4.7 GHz | 24 MB / 26 MB* | DDR5-7200 | 125W / 159W | TBD |
| Core Ultra 5 245K | 14 / 14 (6P + 8E) | 4.2 / 3.6 GHz | 5.2 / 4.6 GHz | 24 MB / 26 MB | DDR5-6400 | 125W / 159W | $309 US |
| Core Ultra 5 245KF | 14 / 14 (6P + 8E) | 4.2 / 3.6 GHz | 5.2 / 4.6 GHz | 24 MB / 26 MB | DDR5-6400 | 125W / 159W | $294 US |
