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 13 laptops from $1000, at an average price of $2631.

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core Ultra 7 255H is 6% faster and its entry price is $371 lower.

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 43 of 270 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 7 8845HS.

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 13 laptops from $1000, at an average price of $2631.

Which alternative is worth it?

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core Ultra 7 255H is 6% faster and its entry price is $371 lower.

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

Performance summary

#43 of 270
Relative performance 46.3%
Laptops 13
Price from $1000
Average price $2631

Recommended alternatives

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

Our pick Intel Core Ultra 7 255H 49.0% From $629 AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 48.5% From $1140

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