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Intel Core Ultra 270K & 250K Plus CPUs Slide Below MSRP as Gamer Days Bundle Throws in $120 of Tomb Raider and Star Wars Games

Intel's Core Ultra 270K & 250K Plus CPUs are selling below their MSRP during the Gamer Days bundle promotion.

By · Published August 10, 2026 at 15:27 UTC · Updated August 10, 2026 at 20:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: geekingout.ca · Intel Gaming Access · Tom's Hardware · tech-insider.org · COGconnected · VideoCardz.com · Wccftech.

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The story so far

Intel raised prices for its Core Ultra Plus CPUs by up to 17% earlier this year. The company has launched the Gamer Days 2026 promotion in Canada. The promotion includes major deals on gaming PCs and software bundles.

Intel is offering a bundle with its Core Ultra 200/300, 14th Gen Core and Arc G3 CPUs that includes Tomb Raider and Star Wars games. The Core Ultra 250K Plus CPU is available at its lowest price ever, $154, with the bundle. The Core Ultra 270K & 250K Plus CPUs are selling below their MSRP.

Tom's Hardware and Wccftech both noted the price drop. VideoCardz.com and COGconnected covered the Gamer Days promotion.

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The obvious questions

What is the price of the Intel Core Ultra 250K Plus CPU during the Gamer Days promotion?

The Intel Core Ultra 250K Plus CPU is priced at $154 during the Gamer Days promotion.

Which games are included in the Intel Gamer Days bundle?

The Intel Gamer Days bundle includes Tomb Raider and Star Wars games.

Where is the Intel Gamer Days 2026 promotion available?

The Intel Gamer Days 2026 promotion is available in Canada.

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Intel Core Ultra Gamer Days CPU Tomb Raider Star Wars

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