Intel Core Ultra 7 265U
Opinion and specs

Our verdict

Mid-range

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265U is a mid-range processor. It is a low-power chip (15 W): the kind that goes into thin, quiet laptops with long battery life. It came out in 2025.

It is currently fitted in 7 laptops from $1329, at an average price of $2109.

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Apple M5 10 Core is 53% faster and its entry price is $92 lower.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Intel Core Ultra 7 265U a good processor?

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265U is a mid-range processor. It is a low-power chip (15 W): the kind that goes into thin, quiet laptops with long battery life. It ranks 140 of 274 and delivers 28.1% 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 year is the Intel Core Ultra 7 265U from?

Intel Core Ultra 7 265U came out in 2025.

What is the AMD equivalent of Intel Core Ultra 7 265U?

The closest in performance is AMD Ryzen 5 7535HS.

What integrated graphics does the Intel Core Ultra 7 265U have?

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265U has Intel Graphics integrated graphics.

How much does a laptop with the Intel Core Ultra 7 265U cost?

It is currently fitted in 7 laptops from $1329, at an average price of $2109.

Which alternative is worth it?

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Apple M5 10 Core is 53% faster and its entry price is $92 lower.

Specs

Model 265U
Manufacturer Intel
Family Intel Core Ultra 7
Socket BGA 2049
Boost frequency 5,3 GHz
Cores 12
Threads 14
Cache 12 MB
Cache type Smart Cache

Performance summary

#140 of 274
Relative performance 28.1%
Laptops 7
Price from $1329
Average price $2109

Recommended alternatives

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

Our pick Apple M5 10 Core 42.8% From $1237 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 $1339 Apple M4 10 Core 37.7% From $1153

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