Intel Core Ultra 9 285H
Opinion and specs

Our verdict

High-end

The Intel Core Ultra 9 285H 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 2025.

It is currently fitted in 25 laptops from €1431, at an average price of €3131.

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H is 4% faster and its entry price is €332 lower.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H a good processor?

The Intel Core Ultra 9 285H 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 37 of 247 and delivers 54.6% 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 285H from?

Intel Core Ultra 9 285H came out in 2025.

What is the AMD equivalent of Intel Core Ultra 9 285H?

The closest in performance is AMD RYZEN AI MAX+ 388.

What integrated graphics does the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H have?

The Intel Core Ultra 9 285H has Intel Arc 140T integrated graphics.

How much does a laptop with the Intel Core Ultra 9 285H cost?

It is currently fitted in 25 laptops from €1431, at an average price of €3131.

Which alternative is worth it?

There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H is 4% faster and its entry price is €332 lower.

Specs

Model 285H
Manufacturer Intel
Family Intel Core Ultra 9
Socket BGA 2049
Boost frequency 5,4 GHz
Cores 16
Threads 16
Cache 24 MB
Cache type Smart Cache
Generation Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)
Base power 45 W
Maximum turbo power 115 W
Efficient-core base frequency 2,7 GHz
Performance-core base frequency 2,9 GHz
Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency 4,5 GHz
Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency 5,4 GHz
Performance cores 6
Efficient cores 8
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

#37 of 247
Relative performance 54.6%
Laptops 25
Price from €1431
Average price €3131

Recommended alternatives

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

Our pick Intel Core Ultra 9 386H 56.8% From €1099 AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 470 58.8% From €1481 Intel Core Ultra X9 388H 58.6% From €1684 AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 55.9% From €1808

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