Intel Core 7 250U
Opinion and specs

Our verdict

Entry-level

The Intel Core 7 250U is an entry-level processor. It is a low-power chip (15 W): the kind that goes into thin, quiet laptops with long battery life.

It is currently fitted in a single laptop, which costs $1280.

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Apple M5 10 Core is 93% faster and its entry price is $20 lower.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Intel Core 7 250U a good processor?

The Intel Core 7 250U is an entry-level processor. It is a low-power chip (15 W): the kind that goes into thin, quiet laptops with long battery life. It ranks 176 of 272 and delivers 22.2% of what the fastest one on the market does.

What does the U mean in Intel processors?

The U marks Intel's low-power line: 15 W, for thin, quiet laptops with longer battery life.

What is the AMD equivalent of Intel Core 7 250U?

The closest in performance is AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 5650U.

How much does a laptop with the Intel Core 7 250U cost?

It is currently fitted in a single laptop, which costs $1280.

Which alternative is worth it?

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Apple M5 10 Core is 93% faster and its entry price is $20 lower.

Specs

Model 250U
Manufacturer Intel
Family Intel Core 7
Socket BGA 1744
Boost frequency 5,4 GHz
Cores 10
Threads 12
Frequency 1,8 GHz
Cache 12 MB
Cache type Smart Cache

Performance summary

#176 of 272
Relative performance 22.2%
Laptops 1
Price from $1280
Average price $1280

Recommended alternatives

More powerful, also low-power, with a similar starting price

Our pick Apple M5 10 Core 42.8% From $1260 Apple M2 Pro 12 Core 42.7% From $1563 AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 7840U 38.9% From $1439 AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 8840U 38.1% From $1320 Qualcomm Snapdragon X Elite - X1E-80-100 36.5% From $899

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