Intel Unveils Power-Efficient Arrow Lake Desktop and Mobile CPUs: Ultra 5 235A, 235TA, and 235UA Launch

Intel is set to expand its Arrow Lake CPU lineup with a focus on entry-level and budget-friendly options, emphasizing power efficiency.

Intel Introduces New Core Ultra 5 235 Variants

Intel is strategically enhancing its Arrow Lake series by introducing additional processors tailored for the budget segment. According to industry insider @momomo_us, three new WeUs targeting both desktop and mobile applications are on the way, featuring variants of the existing Core Ultra 5 235 with configurations of 14-core and 10-core.

The Core Ultra 5 235 already occupies the budget processor space, but these upcoming models aim to offer even higher efficiency. The Core Ultra 5 235A presents no significant changes from its predecessor, maintaining the same core configuration, clock speeds, thermal design power (TDP), and integrated graphics processing unit (iGPU).In contrast, the Core Ultra 5 235TA operates on lower base clock speeds, making it an option specifically for power-conscious users.

Intel Core Ultra Processors lineup with specs: launch date, cores, frequency, cache, and GPU info. — Credit: @momomo_us

The Core Ultra 5 235 and 235A are clocked at 2.9 GHz for the E-cores and 3.4 GHz for the P-cores, while the Core Ultra 5 235TA reduces these parameters to 1.6 GHz and 2.2 GHz, respectively. This lower clocking is part of its intent to operate within a more efficient power range, offering a base TDP of 35W and a maximum turbo power of 114W, compared to the 65W/121W specifications of its higher-end counterparts. Furthermore, the iGPU remains consistent with 3x Xe cores running at a base frequency of 300 MHz.

Intel Core Ultra Processor Series 2 CPU specs: 10 cores, 14 threads, 4.9 GHz max turbo frequency. — Core Ultra 5 235UA: The Ultra Power-Efficient Mobile Chip

The standout model, Core Ultra 5 235UA, is designed for ultra-power efficiency with a streamlined 10-core configuration consisting of 2 P-cores and 8 E-cores, along with an additional two Low Power Efficient cores, totaling 14 threads. This model diverges from the rest of the Arrow Lake series by utilizing Intel’s 3 lithography process rather than TSMC’s N3B technology, presenting a notable departure in manufacturing method.

Regarding clock speeds, the Core Ultra 5 235UA operates at 1.6 GHz (base) and can reach up to 4.1 GHz (boost) for E-cores; P-cores run at 2.0 GHz and peak at 4.9 GHz, while the Low Power Efficient cores see base and boost frequencies of 0.7 GHz and 2.4 GHz, respectively. It boasts a TDP range of 12-57W, with a base power set at 15W, solidifying its position as the most efficient mobile CPU in the Arrow Lake lineup.

From a pricing perspective, the Core Ultra 5 235A and 235TA are expected to be priced closely to the standard Core Ultra 5 235, while the Core Ultra 5 235UA will likely be more affordable than both the 235H and 225H variants. All these processors are anticipated to launch in the forthcoming quarter, aligning with product release pages.

Processor/Specs	Lithography	Core Configuration	Clocks	L3 Cache	TDP	iGPU	Launch Date
Core Ultra 5 235	TSMC N3B	14 (6-P+8-E)	E-Core: 2.9-4.4 GHz, P-Core: 3.4-5.0 GHz	24 MB	65W-121W	3x Xe Cores	Q1 2025
Core Ultra 5 235A	TSMC N3B	14 (6-P+8-E)	E-Core: 2.9-4.4 GHz, P-Core: 3.4-5.0 GHz	24 MB	65W-121W	3x Xe Cores	Q3 2025
Core Ultra 5 235TA	TSMC N3B	14 (6-P+8-E)	E-Core: 1.6-4.4 GHz, P-Core: 2.2-5.0 GHz	24 MB	35W-114W	3x Xe Cores	Q3 2025
Core Ultra 5 235UA (Mobile)	Intel 3	10/14 (2-P+8-E+2-LPE)	E-Core: 1.6-4.1 GHz, P-Core: 2.2-4.9 GHz, LPE-Core: 0.7-2.4 GHz	12 MB	15W-57W	4x Xe Cores	Q3 2025