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Intel Core 7 150HL vs Intel Core 7 160HL: Comparison

Core 7 150HL vs Core 7 160HL: the p-core base clock difference

They are built to different briefs, and p-core base clock shows it, Core 7 150HL 2.4 GHz against Core 7 160HL 2.5 GHz.

Core 7 150HL vs Core 7 160HL: which one fits your build

The Core 7 150HL suits mainstream laptops and everyday productivity, though it is the wrong buy for ultra-thin fanless laptops and maximum battery life. Buy the Core 7 160HL for mainstream laptops and everyday productivity, though it is not built for ultra-thin fanless laptops and maximum battery life. Our rating of the Core 7 150HL (8/10): the Intel Core 7 150HL is a well-rounded performance mobile chip for mainstream laptops balancing power and portability. Our rating of the Core 7 160HL (8/10): the Intel Core 7 160HL is a well-rounded performance mobile chip for mainstream laptops balancing power and portability.

Where the two are identical

The common ground is wider than the gap: total cores, performance cores, efficiency cores, total threads and p-core boost clock are identical here. They match on 12 further specifications as well.

Frequently asked questions

Is the TDP the same on the Core 7 150HL and Core 7 160HL?

It is. Both are listed at 45 W, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Form Factor

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    Desktop
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    Desktop
  • Codename

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    Raptor Lake
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    Raptor Lake
  • Release Year

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    2024
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    2024
  • TDP

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    45 W
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    45 W
  • iGPU

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    Intel Arc Graphics
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    Intel Arc Graphics
  • Market Segment

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    Embedded
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    Embedded
  • Socket

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    Socket 1700
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    Socket 1700
  • Process Node

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    7 nm
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    7 nm
  • Total Cores

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    14
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    14
  • Performance Cores

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    6
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    6
  • Efficiency Cores

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    8
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    8
  • Total Threads

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    20
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    20
  • SMT Enabled

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    Yes
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    Yes
  • P-Core Base Clock

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    2.4 GHz
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    2.5 GHz
  • P-Core Boost Clock

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    5.2 GHz
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    5.2 GHz
  • L3 Cache

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    24 MB
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    24 MB
  • Base Power

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    45 W
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    45 W
  • Max Turbo Power

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    115 W
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    115 W
  • Memory Type

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    DDR5, DDR4
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    DDR5, DDR4
  • Integrated Graphics

    Intel Core 7 150HL
    Yes
    Intel Core 7 160HL
    Yes

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose 150HL if you want the higher L3 cache (24 MB vs 24 MB).

    Choose 160HL if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Verdict

    Intel Core 7 150HL

    8 / 10 Expert Rating

    The Intel Core 7 150HL is a well-rounded performance mobile chip for mainstream laptops balancing power and portability.

    Intel Core 7 160HL

    8 / 10 Expert Rating

    The Intel Core 7 160HL is a well-rounded performance mobile chip for mainstream laptops balancing power and portability.

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