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Intel Core Ultra 7 255U

Explore Intel Core Ultra 7 255U technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for performance, AI capability and platform comparisons.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
7.1/ 10
Technical rating

Very good

Intel Core Ultra 7 255U is a Laptop, Mobile/Embedded processor with 12 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 17857 and a single-thread rating of 3643. Its stated TDP is 15 W.

CPU Mark17,857
748 samples
Single Thread3,643
Overall rank#1,193
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Very good
7.1Very good

Intel Core Ultra 7 255U is a Laptop, Mobile/Embedded processor with 12 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 17857 and a single-thread rating of 3643. Its stated TDP is 15 W.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Intel Core Ultra 7 255U is a Laptop released in 2025. Recorded specifications include a 15 W reference TDP, a 17,857 CPU Mark. Use these figures to understand its position, then compare the results with your software and the complete platform.

Reading guide

Read the performance results

The 17,857 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 3,643 single-thread result adds context for less-parallel work. Compare the nearby alternatives on this page and do not treat one score as a verdict for every application.

Platform and compatibility

No confirmed socket is recorded for this processor. Verify the exact device or motherboard with the manufacturer before planning an upgrade.

Memory and power

Recorded memory support: DDR5-6400. The 15 W TDP helps size the cooling class, but it is not the same as peak wall-power consumption.

FAQ

Common processor questions

What are the key Intel Core Ultra 7 255U specifications?

The main recorded details are a 15 W reference TDP, a 17,857 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Intel Core Ultra 7 255U good for gaming?

The product name or CPU Mark alone cannot answer that. Check single-thread performance, core count, the target graphics card, gaming resolution and results from the games you play.

Which motherboards support the Intel Core Ultra 7 255U?

A confirmed socket is not recorded here. Use the device model or manufacturer specifications to identify compatible hardware.

How much power does the Intel Core Ultra 7 255U use?

The recorded reference TDP is 15 W. Real consumption can be lower or higher depending on power limits, motherboard, workload and cooling.

This guidance interprets recorded specifications and results; it does not claim hands-on device testing. Results can vary with motherboard, power, memory and cooling.

Multi-axis comparison

How does this processor compare?

A direct comparison with nearby processors from the same brand and a similar core count.

5 CPU

Overall and multi-core performance

A higher CPU Mark indicates stronger overall performance.

01Intel Core i5-1250PIntel17,895 points
02AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 215AMD17,894 points
03Intel Core Ultra 7 255UThis CPU17,857 points
04AMD Ryzen 7 4800HSAMD17,826 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01Intel Core Ultra 7 255UThis CPU3,643 points
02AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 215AMD3,636 points
03Intel Core i5-1250PIntel3,329 points
05AMD Ryzen 7 4800HSAMD2,545 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01Intel Core Ultra 7 255UThis CPU1,190.5 Mark/W
02Intel Core i5-1250PIntel639.1 Mark/W
03AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 215AMD639.1 Mark/W
05AMD Ryzen 7 4800HSAMD396.1 Mark/W

Bars are relative to the processors shown here, not a global ranking of every CPU.

Detailed benchmark results

Snapshot from 2026-10-20

Data CompressionKBytes/Sec
195,796.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
12,412.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
10,817.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
63.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
45,535.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
65,251.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
1,136.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
21,295.00

Core specifications

BrandIntel
CategoryLaptop
Release year2025
Socket—
Cores / threads12 / —
Base clock—
Max turbo—
TDP15 W
Integrated graphics—

Memory support

LPDDR5
Memory typeLPDDR5 / DDR5
Official speedDDR5-6400
Maximum capacity128 GB

Cache hierarchy

L1I2 x 64 KB
L1D2 x 48 KB
L25 x 2048 KB
L312 MB