Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX vs Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus

Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus

Detailed Specifications

Core Specifications

Feature	Core Ultra 9 285HX	Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus
Cores	24	24
Threads	24	24
Base Frequency	2.8 GHz4% more	2.7 GHz
Base Power Consumption	55 W	55 W
Maximum Frequency	5.5 GHz	5.5 GHz
Maximum Power Consumption	N/A	160 W
L1 Cache	2,432 KB	N/A
L2 Cache	40 MB	40 MB
L3 Cache	36 MB	36 MB
Lithography Process	N/A	3 nm
Is unlocked	N/A	N/A

Integrated Graphics

Feature	Core Ultra 9 285HX	Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus
Model

Benchmark

Feature	Core Ultra 9 285HX	Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus
PassMark CPU Mark	56,272	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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Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX 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

Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX leads overall

Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX · 82 overall, #41 of 470

Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus · 38 overall, #353 of 470

Scores by Category

Evenly split — each wins 1 of 3 categories

Category	Core Ultra 9 285HXCore Ultra 9 290HX Plus	Lead
Benchmark		+75
Core Specifications		+13
Integrated Graphics		Tie

Value for Money

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