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Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX vs Intel Processor N250: Comparison
Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX and Intel Processor N250 separate most on l3 cache: Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX at 48 MB, Intel Processor N250 at 4 MB, 92% in favour of Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX. They match on form factor and release year.
Specs
| Specification |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | Laptop | Laptop |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2025 |
| TDP | 55 W | 6 W |
| iGPU | Intel Graphics (Xe-LPG, reduced EU count) | Intel UHD Graphics |
| Socket | BGA 2114 (BGA, soldered) | BGA 1264 |
| L3 Cache | 48 MB | 4 MB-92% |
| Cores | 24 | 4 |
| Threads | 24 | 4 |
| Base Clock | 2.8 GHz | 0.1 GHz |
| Boost Clock | 5.4 GHz | 3.4 GHz |
Verdict
Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX
8.8 / 10 Expert Rating
The Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX brings desktop-class core counts to a mobile package, suited to high-end gaming and creator laptops that can handle the higher TDP.
Intel Processor N250
6.9 / 10 Expert Rating
The Intel Processor N250 is a bare-bones embedded chip, well suited to fanless, low-power appliance designs.