Intel Core Ultra 9 386H
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Our verdict

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The Intel Core Ultra 9 386H is among the fastest chips you can put in a laptop. 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 4 laptops from $1670, at an average price of $3417.

Among mid-power processors nothing is clearly faster, and nothing faster comes cheaper.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H a good processor?

The Intel Core Ultra 9 386H is among the fastest chips you can put in a laptop. It is a mid-power chip (25 W): enough for real work without the weight or the noise of a gaming laptop. It ranks 25 of 266 and delivers 56.8% 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 9 386H from?

Intel Core Ultra 9 386H came out in 2026.

What is the AMD equivalent of Intel Core Ultra 9 386H?

The closest in performance is AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370.

What integrated graphics does the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H have?

The Intel Core Ultra 9 386H has Intel Graphics integrated graphics.

How much does a laptop with the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H cost?

It is currently fitted in 4 laptops from $1670, at an average price of $3417.

Which alternative is worth it?

Among mid-power processors nothing is clearly faster, and nothing faster comes cheaper.

Specs

Model 386H
Manufacturer Intel
Family Intel Core Ultra 9
Socket FCBGA2540
Boost frequency 4,9 GHz
Cores 16
Threads 16
Frequency 2,9 GHz
Cache 18 MB
Operating modes 64-bit
Cache type Smart Cache

Performance summary

#25 of 266
Relative performance 56.8%
Laptops 4
Price from $1670
Average price $3417

Recommended alternatives

There is no more powerful alternative with a similar starting price.

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