Intel

Intel Core Ultra 7 256V

Expert rating9 / 10

Brand:: Intel
Form Factor:: Laptop
CPU Socket:: FCBGA2833
Core/Thread Count:: 8C/8T
TDP:: 17W
iGPU:: Intel Arc 140V GPU
CPU Series:: Core Ultra

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Manufacturer: Intel Last updated: 2026-09-12

Intel Core Ultra 7 256V Review

Intel Core Ultra 7 256V 8-core 8-thread laptop (ultra-thin, lunar lake) processor, 2.2GHz base / 5.0GHz boost, 17W TDP, Lunar Lake, BGA 2833 (on-package LPDDR5X) socket

The Intel Core Ultra 7 256V is a non-vPro Lunar Lake Core Ultra 7 part, built for ultra-thin laptops that want more performance headroom than the Core Ultra 5 tier while keeping Lunar Lake's battery-life advantage. Built on Intel's Lunar Lake architecture, it pairs 8 cores and 8 threads with a 2.2GHz base clock that boosts up to 5.0GHz, an on-die NPU rated at 45 TOPS (NPU 4), and Intel Arc 130V/140V (Xe2) graphics, all within a 17W envelope.

Performance and Architecture

With 8 cores and 8 threads, the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V is built on Intel's Lunar Lake generation. Its 2.2GHz base clock boosts to 5.0GHz, and its Intel Arc 130V/140V (Xe2) integrated graphics and 45 TOPS (NPU 4) NPU support on-device AI features alongside everyday computing and light content creation.

Platform and Efficiency

The Intel Core Ultra 7 256V uses the BGA 2833 (on-package LPDDR5X) platform in a 17W envelope, positioning it as maximum battery life. Its NPU brings Copilot+ style on-device AI acceleration to supported workloads.

Comparison to Alternatives

Within the Core Ultra lineup in this catalog, the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V pairs with the 258V, 266V, and 268V as the four closely related Core Ultra 7 Lunar Lake parts, differentiated mainly by vPro tier. Against Qualcomm and AMD ultraportable silicon in this catalog, Lunar Lake's on-package memory and NPU 4 give it an edge in battery life and AI acceleration.

Our verdict

Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.

Expert rating9 / 10

The Intel Core Ultra 7 256V is a non-vPro Lunar Lake chip for consumer ultra-thin laptops wanting more headroom than the Core Ultra 5 tier.

Best for

Ultra-thin and light laptops
All-day battery life
On-device AI features

Not for

Heavy sustained multi-core workloads
Gaming laptops
Workstation-class tasks

Specifications

What these specs mean

Identity

Codename	Lunar Lake
Release Year	2024

Segment and platform

Market Segment	Laptop
Microarchitecture	Lunar Lake
Socket	FCBGA2833
Process Node	3 nm

Core configuration

Total Cores	8
Performance Cores	4
Efficiency Cores	4
Total Threads	8
SMT Enabled	No

Clock speeds

P-Core Base Clock	2.2 GHz
P-Core Boost Clock	4.8 GHz

Cache

L3 Cache	12 MB

Power and thermal

Base Power	17 W
Max Turbo Power	37 W

Memory

Memory Type	LPDDR5X

Graphics and AI

Integrated Graphics	Yes
NPU Peak TOPS	45 TOPS (NPU 4)

Form Factor	Laptop
TDP	17 W
iGPU	Intel Arc 140V GPU

FAQs

What are the key specifications of the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V?

The Intel Core Ultra 7 256V has 8 cores and 8 threads, a 2.2 GHz base and 4.8 GHz boost clock, 12 MB of L3 cache and a 17 W TDP. Integrated graphics: Intel Arc 140V GPU. Socket: FCBGA2833.

Will the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V work with my current setup?

The Intel Core Ultra 7 256V lists Socket is FCBGA2833. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.

Who is the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V best suited to?

Best suited to: Ultra-thin and light laptops; All-day battery life; On-device AI features.

What are the drawbacks of the Intel Core Ultra 7 256V?

Not the best fit for: Heavy sustained multi-core workloads; Gaming laptops; Workstation-class tasks.