Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX
Opinion and specs
Our verdict
FlagshipThe Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX is among the fastest chips you can put in a laptop. It is a high-power chip (55 W): it performs like a desktop, and it also weighs, sounds and drinks like one. It came out in 2025.
It is currently fitted in a single laptop, which costs $4676.
There is a faster and cheaper option: the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D is 30% faster and its entry price is $1176 lower.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX a good processor?
The Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX is among the fastest chips you can put in a laptop. It is a high-power chip (55 W): it performs like a desktop, and it also weighs, sounds and drinks like one. It ranks 15 of 271 and delivers 76.7% of what the fastest one on the market does.
What does the HX mean in Intel processors?
The HX marks Intel's highest-power line: 55 W, derived from desktop parts. It performs the most, at the cost of weight, noise and battery.
What year is the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX from?
Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX came out in 2025.
What is the AMD equivalent of Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX?
The closest in performance is AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX.
How much does a laptop with the Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX cost?
It is currently fitted in a single laptop, which costs $4676.
Which alternative is worth it?
There is a faster and cheaper option: the AMD Ryzen 9 9955HX3D is 30% faster and its entry price is $1176 lower.
Specs
| Model | 265HX |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Intel |
| Family | Intel Core Ultra 7 |
| Socket | BGA 2114 |
| Boost frequency | 5,3 GHz |
| Cores | 20 |
| Threads | 20 |
| Cache | 30 MB |
| Cache type | Smart Cache |
Performance summary
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