Intel's upcoming Core Ultra 9 290K Plus appears on Geekbench with chart-topping scores — Arrow Lake refresh beats the 285K by ~10% across single- and multithreaded tests

Intel's upcoming Core Ultra 9 290K Plus has been spotted on Geekbench, showcasing impressive single-core and multi-core performance gains of around 10% compared to its predecessor, the 285K. The flagship CPU achieved chart-topping scores on Geekbench, surpassing all other consumer Intel chips. The Arrow Lake Refresh lineup, part of the 16th Gen CPUs, is expected to offer minor clock speed enhancements and power limits similar to the previous generation. While the official release date is not confirmed, leaks suggest a launch window of March-April, with the Arrow Lake refresh potentially being compatible with the current LGA 1851 socket. Intel has not officially disclosed specific SKUs or performance details, emphasizing the need to wait for the chips to be available for a comprehensive evaluation.