Yesterday, on October 25th, Intel introduced the Core Ultra processors, also referred to as the Arrow Lake-S CPUs. Shortly after, retailers began listing this new generation on their websites. Even though reviews about gaming performance are mixed, the top model, the Core Ultra 9 285K, appears to be performing well in sales.
Quick Sell-Out in Japan
Recent reports from Akiba indicate that the flagship processor sold out almost immediately in Japan. One retailer mentioned that the initial supply was quite limited. Regardless, it looks like the Core Ultra 9 285K is completely out of stock now.
Availability in Tokyo
Currently, the only places you can purchase it are Tsukumo PC and Tsukumo eX in Tokyo. Here, the seller has bundled it with the Intel Z890 motherboard or is selling it in bulk. This is a great option for customers looking to get the new LGA 1851 motherboard together with the processor. According to the Akiba report, a store employee said that shoppers should be able to buy the CPU this weekend.
US Retailers Check
In the US, we did a quick check on major retailers such as Amazon, Best Buy, and Newegg. As of now, the Core Ultra 9 285K is out of stock on both Newegg and Best Buy. On the other hand, it doesn't appear to be listed on Amazon. For those interested, the Core Ultra 7 265K is available for $404 on Amazon, making it the next best option.
If you happened to miss it, after launching the Core Ultra 200V processors in September, Intel has now launched its next series of CPUs—the Core Ultra 200 desktop series. Alongside these processors, Intel has also introduced the Intel Z890, which features the new LGA 1851 socket.
