Building a 4k editing rig in Germany and need a chip by late 2026. I read the Ultra 7 might hit 350 Euro but some forums claim the Ultra 9 sees bigger percentage drops. Im stuck between waiting or just buying whatever is mid-range.
Which Intel Core Ultra models actually get the best Cyber Monday deals?
Basically, tracking historical price trends in Germany shows how these models usually perform:
The Intel Core Ultra 5 245K 14-Core usually sees the most consistent percentage drops for mid-range builds.
Just saw this thread and had to jump in! I built my 4K editing machine last year and saved an amazing amount of money by specifically hunting for the KF versions. Since I had a dedicated GPU anyway, skipping the integrated graphics was a fantastic way to cut costs. I grabbed the Intel Core Ultra 7 265KF 20-Core and it has been an absolute beast for my Premiere Pro renders! Quick tips for your Germany build: