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 €980, at an average price of €3078.

Above €1392 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 52 of 258 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 AI 9 465.

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 €980, at an average price of €3078.

Which alternative is worth it?

Above €1392 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
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

#52 of 258
Relative performance 46.3%
Laptops 17
Price from €980
Average price €3078

Recommended alternatives

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

Our pick Intel Core Ultra 7 356H 54.2% From €1392 Intel Core Ultra 7 255H 49.0% From €1129

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