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Intel Core Ultra 7 265U

Explore Intel Core Ultra 7 265U technical reviews, specifications and benchmark results, with practical context for laptop performance, efficiency and upgrade research.

Last updated: 2026-10-20
7.0/ 10
Technical rating

Very good

Intel Core Ultra 7 265U is a Laptop processor with 12 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 17504 and a single-thread rating of 3608. Its stated TDP is 15 W.

CPU Mark17,504
832 samples
Single Thread3,608
Overall rank#1,213
of 6,054
Reference price—

Technical assessment

A summary based on specifications and results.

Very good
7.0Very good

Intel Core Ultra 7 265U is a Laptop processor with 12 cores and 0 threads. It records a PassMark CPU Mark of 17504 and a single-thread rating of 3608. Its stated TDP is 15 W.

Specification context

What do these specifications mean in practice?

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265U is a Laptop released in 2025. Recorded specifications include a 15 W reference TDP, a 17,504 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 17,504 CPU Mark is a broad overall-performance measure, while the 3,608 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 265U specifications?

The main recorded details are a 15 W reference TDP, a 17,504 CPU Mark. The tables on this page show socket, memory, cache and graphics data when available.

Is the Intel Core Ultra 7 265U 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 265U?

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 265U 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.

02AMD Ryzen 5 7535HSAMD17,545 points
03Intel Core Ultra 7 265UThis CPU17,504 points
04AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7540UAMD17,485 points

Single-thread performance

Measures speed in tasks that depend on one CPU thread.

01Intel Core Ultra 7 265UThis CPU3,608 points
02AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7540UAMD3,409 points
03AMD Ryzen 5 7535HSAMD3,094 points

Performance per watt

Estimated as CPU Mark divided by TDP.

01Intel Core Ultra 7 265UThis CPU1,166.9 Mark/W
03AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 7540UAMD582.8 Mark/W
05AMD Ryzen 5 7535HSAMD501.3 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
191,371.00
Data EncryptionMBytes/Sec
12,048.00
Extended InstructionsMillion Matrices/Sec
10,661.00
Find Prime NumbersMillion Primes/Sec
64.00
Floating Point MathMOps/Sec
44,272.00
Integer MathMOps/Sec
63,461.00
PhysicsFrames/Sec
1,139.00
Random String SortingThousand Strings/Sec
21,001.00

Core specifications

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