Intel Core Ultra 9 185H
Opinion and specs

Our verdict

High-end

The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H is a high-end processor. It is a mid-power chip (45 W): enough for real work without the weight or the noise of a gaming laptop. It came out in 2023.

It is currently fitted in 17 laptops from €1067, at an average price of €2816.

Above €1406 there are clearly better options: for that money the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H is 17% faster. That is the sensible ceiling.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H a good processor?

The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H is a high-end processor. It is a mid-power chip (45 W): enough for real work without the weight or the noise of a gaming laptop. It ranks 54 of 260 and delivers 46.3% of what the fastest one on the market does.

What does the H mean in Intel processors?

The H marks Intel's mid line: 45 W, the usual balance in a work laptop.

What year is the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H from?

Intel Core Ultra 9 185H came out in 2023.

What is the AMD equivalent of Intel Core Ultra 9 185H?

The closest in performance is AMD Ryzen 9 270.

What integrated graphics does the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H have?

The Intel Core Ultra 9 185H has Intel Arc Graphics integrated graphics.

How much does a laptop with the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H cost?

It is currently fitted in 17 laptops from €1067, at an average price of €2816.

Which alternative is worth it?

Above €1406 there are clearly better options: for that money the Intel Core Ultra 7 356H is 17% faster. That is the sensible ceiling.

Specs

Model 185H
Manufacturer Intel
Family Intel Core Ultra 9
Socket BGA 2049
Boost frequency 5,1 GHz
Cores 16
Number of processors supported 1
Threads 22
Frequency 2,3 GHz
Cache 24 MB
Maximum number of PCI Express lanes 28
PCI Express slots version 4.0,5.0
PCI Express configurations 1x8+3x4
Tjunction 100 °C
Cache type Smart Cache
Generation Intel® Core™ Ultra (Series 1)
Base power 45 W
Maximum turbo power 115 W
Efficient-core base frequency 1,8 GHz
Efficient-core boost frequency 1,8 GHz
Performance-core base frequency 2,3 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency 3,8 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency 5,1 GHz
Performance cores 6
Efficient cores 8
Performance-core boost frequency 1,4 GHz
Low Power Efficient-cores 2
Low Power Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency 2,5 GHz
Low Power Efficient-core Base Frequency 1000 MHz

Performance summary

#54 of 260
Relative performance 46.3%
Laptops 17
Price from €1067
Average price €2816

Recommended alternatives

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

Our pick Intel Core Ultra 7 356H 54.2% From €1406 Intel Core Ultra 9 285H 54.6% From €1449 Intel Core Ultra 7 255H 49.0% From €1110 AMD Ryzen 9 7940HS 47.6% From €1404

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