Intel Core Ultra 7 356H
Opinion and specs

Our verdict

High-end

The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H is a high-end processor. It is a mid-power chip (25 W): enough for real work without the weight or the noise of a gaming laptop. It came out in 2026.

It is currently fitted in 27 laptops from €1649, at an average price of €2570.

There is a faster and cheaper option: the AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX is 47% faster and its entry price is €300 lower.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H a good processor?

The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H is a high-end processor. It is a mid-power chip (25 W): enough for real work without the weight or the noise of a gaming laptop. It ranks 36 of 261 and delivers 54.2% of what the fastest one on the market does.

What does the H mean in Intel processors?

The H marks Intel's mid line: 25 W, the usual balance in a work laptop.

What year is the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H from?

Intel Core Ultra 7 356H came out in 2026.

What is the AMD equivalent of Intel Core Ultra 7 356H?

The closest in performance is AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 375.

What integrated graphics does the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H have?

The Intel Core Ultra 7 356H has Intel Graphics integrated graphics.

How much does a laptop with the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H cost?

It is currently fitted in 27 laptops from €1649, at an average price of €2570.

Which alternative is worth it?

There is a faster and cheaper option: the AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX is 47% faster and its entry price is €300 lower.

Specs

Model 356H
Manufacturer Intel
Family Intel Core Ultra 7
Boost frequency 4,7 GHz
Cores 16
Threads 16
Cache 18 MB
Cache type Smart Cache
Generation Intel Core Ultra (Series 3)
Base power 25 W
Maximum turbo power 80 W
Efficient-core base frequency 1,5 GHz
Performance-core base frequency 1,9 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency 3,7 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency 4,7 GHz
Performance cores 4
Efficient cores 8
Low Power Efficient-cores 4
Low Power Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency 3,3 GHz
Low Power Efficient-core Base Frequency 1500 MHz

Performance summary

#36 of 261
Relative performance 54.2%
Laptops 27
Price from €1649
Average price €2570

Recommended alternatives

More powerful with a similar starting price

Our pick AMD Ryzen 9 8940HX 79.7% From €1349 Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX 89.1% From €1793 AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 87.8% From €2300 AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX 86.2% From €2156 AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX 84.9% From €2026

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