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Parth
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Intel lifts the curtains on the all new Core Ultra Series 2 processors

Intel has just unveiled its latest lineup of processors, the Core Ultra Series 2, designed to power everything from sleek laptops to high-performance workstations. Revealed at MWC 2025, these new chips are part of the Arrow Lake family and are set to ship starting March 2025. Tech companies these days are going heavy into integrating some flavour of AI into all their products and Intel is one of those companies who want to claw back their place in the AI arms race by creating processors that are ready for AI-powered intensive computing tasks.

But, is the Core Ultra 2 series of processors the answer to Intel’s question?

What’s in the Core Ultra Series 2?

The new lineup includes four processors tailored for different needs:

  1. Core Ultra 200U: Built for thin and light laptops, perfect for professionals on the go.
  2. Core Ultra 200H: Designed for performance notebooks, balancing power and efficiency.
  3. Core Ultra 200HX: A powerhouse for high-performance laptops, ideal for demanding tasks.
  4. Core Ultra 200S: The heart of desktops and workstations, offering top-tier performance for heavy workloads.

 

Intel Core Ultra Series 2

 

Performance Upgrades That Impress

Intel didn’t just release new chips—they’ve made significant leaps in performance. Here’s how the new processors stack up:

  • Core Ultra 7 265U vs. 165U: The 265U delivers up to a 1.30x boost in Procyon Video Editing benchmarks, making it a great choice for content creators.
  • Core Ultra 7 265H vs. 165H: The 265H shows a 1.01x to 1.60x performance boost across Cinebench, Geekbench, and Procyon benchmarks.
  • Core Ultra 7 265H vs. Older Models: Compared to a 4-year-old Intel Core i7-1185G7, the 265H offers a 2.84x improvement in Cinebench 2024 and a 2.42x boost in Geekbench 6.3 Multicore tests.

Intel also claims the Core Ultra 265H outperforms competitors like the Snapdragon X Elite-X1E-80-100 and delivers a 15% improvement over AMD’s Ryzen AI 7 PRO 360 in Cinebench 2024 Single Core tests.

 

Intel Core Ultra Series 2

 

David Feng, Intel’s VP of the Client Computing Group, calls 2025 a “pivotal year for PC refresh.” With the Core Ultra Series 2, Intel is targeting businesses and professionals who need reliable, high-performance systems. These processors are designed to handle everything from everyday tasks to intensive workloads like video editing, 3D rendering, and AI-driven applications.

Oh, also, before I forget, it would interest you all to know that alongside thw Core Ultra 2 Series of chipsets, Intel is also introducing the Assured Supply Chain program for select Core Ultra Series 2 products. Available in the second half of 2025, this program ensures a digitally attestable chain in the silicon manufacturing process. This means greater transparency and control for governments and organizations handling sensitive data.