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Intel quietly bumps the price up of the best CPUs it's made in years to 'reflect current market dynamics'

Intel has quietly increased the recommended retail prices for its Core Ultra 200S Plus processors, including the Core Ultra 7 270K Plus and Core 5 250K Plus. The company cited 'current market dynamics,' rising supply chain costs, and strong demand as reasons for the price adjustments, which range from $20 to $40.