Core Ultra 5 115U
Intel
PassMark
11,518
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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Overview
The Core Ultra 5 115U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 December 2023 (1 year ago). It is based on the Meteor Lake (2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 10 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2049. Thermal design power (TDP): + 10 MB. Memory support: DDR5 Depends on motherboard. Passmark benchmark score: 11,518 points. Launch price was $149.
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FPS Benchmarks
Predicted performance for Core Ultra 5 115U across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.
ARC Raiders
Counter-Strike 2
Destiny 2
Fortnite
Garry's Mod
League of Legends
Minecraft
Palworld
Path of Exile 2
Project Zomboid
Technical Analysis
Detailed breakdown of Core Ultra 5 115U specifications and capabilities.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 5 115U is a 8-core / 10-thread processor based on the Meteor Lake (2023) architecture, manufactured on a 7 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.2 GHz from a base frequency of 1.5 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 10 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 2 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 112 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 11,518, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Recent generation product.
| Specification | Core Ultra 5 115U |
|---|---|
| Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units | 8C / 10T |
| Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost | 4.2 GHz |
| Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency | 1.5 GHz |
| ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design | Meteor Lake (2023) |
| Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient | 7 nm |
| L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores | 10 MB (total) |
| L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data | 2 MB (per core) |
| L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache | 112 kB (per core) |
| 64-bit Support | Yes |
| PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score | 11,518 |
Memory & Platform
The Core Ultra 5 115U fits into the FCBGA2049 socket and supports PCIe 5.0. It supports DDR5 Depends on motherboard memory.
| Specification | Core Ultra 5 115U |
|---|---|
| TypeDesktop or Laptop processor | Laptop |
| SocketMotherboard socket required | FCBGA2049 |
| PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth | PCIe 5.0 |
| RAM TypeSupported memory standard | DDR5 Depends on motherboard |
| Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers | 1 |
Power & Cooling
The Core Ultra 5 115U has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of + 10 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.
| Specification | Core Ultra 5 115U |
|---|---|
| TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload | + 10 MB |
Value Analysis
Performance ranking position: #1212 out of all indexed processors.
| Specification | Core Ultra 5 115U |
|---|---|
| Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch | $149 |
| Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking | #1212 |
| Release DateLaunch date | 14 December 2023 (1 year ago) |
| Release Year | 2023 |
| DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD) | Intel |
| ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC) | Intel |
Specifications Reference
Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.
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General Information
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General Information
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| Type | Laptop |
| Designer | Intel |
| Launch Price | $149 |
| Manufacturer | Intel |
| Release Date | 14 December 2023 (1 year ago) |
| Architecture Codename | Meteor Lake (2023) |
| Performance Ranking Position | 1212 |
Technical Specifications
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Technical Specifications
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| Cores | 8 |
| Threads | 10 |
| L1 Cache | 112 kB (per core) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) |
| L3 Cache | 10 MB (total) |
| Max Frequency | 4.2 GHz |
| 64-Bit Support | + |
| Base Frequency | 1.5 GHz |
| Process Technology | 7 nm |
Compatibility
4 specs
Compatibility
4 specs
| Socket | FCBGA2049 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0 |
| Power Consumption (TDP) | + 10 MB |
| Max Processors In Config | 1 |
Memory
1 spec
Memory
1 spec
| RAM Types | DDR5 Depends on motherboard |
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