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Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus vs Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus
Updated Nov 2026 · Scored by the Let’s Compare Data Engine · How we score
- Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus has no published PassMark CPU Mark result, so it scores lower.
Verdict
Key takeaways
- Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus leads Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus overall by 45 points (78 vs 33 out of 100).
- Key differences: L3 cache, where Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus has 36 MB vs 30 MB; L2 cache, where Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus has 40 MB vs 30 MB; base frequency, where Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus has 4.2 vs 2.7 GHz; base power consumption, where Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus has 55 vs 125 W; cores, where Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus has 24 vs 18.
Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus leads overall
Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus · 82 overall, #41 of 470
78
Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus · 38 overall, #353 of 470
33
Key differences
- L3 CacheIntel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus 36 MB vs 30 MB
- L2 CacheIntel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus 40 MB vs 30 MB
- Base FrequencyIntel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus 4.2 vs 2.7 GHz
- Base Power ConsumptionIntel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus 55 vs 125 W
- CoresIntel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus 24 vs 18
Scores by Category
Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus wins 2 of 3 categories · Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus wins 1
| Category | Core Ultra 5 250KF PlusCore Ultra 9 290HX Plus | Lead |
|---|---|---|
| Benchmark | +72 | |
| Core Specifications | +7 | |
| Integrated Graphics | +44 |
Value for Money
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Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus
Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus
Detailed Specifications
Core Specifications
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus | Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus |
|---|---|---|
Cores | 18 | 24 |
Threads | 18 | 24 |
Base Frequency | 4.2 GHz56% more | 2.7 GHz |
Base Power Consumption | 125 W | 55 W56% less |
Maximum Frequency | 5.3 GHz | 5.5 GHz4% more |
Maximum Power Consumption | 159 W | 160 W |
L1 Cache | 1,824 KB | N/A |
L2 Cache | 30 MB | 40 MB33% more |
L3 Cache | 30 MB | 36 MB20% more |
Lithography Process | 3 nm | 3 nm |
Is unlocked | Yes | N/A |
Integrated Graphics
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus | Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus |
|---|---|---|
Model | N/A |
Benchmark
| Feature | Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus | Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus |
|---|---|---|
PassMark CPU Mark | 51,261 | N/A |
Specification Note
Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer data and other reliable internet sources. Some features may vary by region or model configuration.
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