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CPU Comparison: FPS, Specs & Value

Core Ultra 9 285HX vs Core Ultra X7 358H

The Core Ultra 9 285HX is slightly faster than the Core Ultra X7 358H on average across 100+ games. We cannot compare value as at least one CPU is out of stock.

  • Up to 4% faster on average across 100+ games
  • Is 1 year newer

FPS Comparison Across Popular Games

Specs & Benchmark Comparison

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Core Ultra 9 285HX ranks 4 points higher.

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Core Ultra 9 285HX has 8 more cores.

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Core Ultra 9 285HX has 8 more threads.

L3 Cachehelp

Core Ultra 9 285HX has 18 MB more L3 cache.

Base Frequencyhelp

Core Ultra 9 285HX has a 47% higher base clock.

Turbo Frequencyhelp

Core Ultra 9 285HX boosts 15% higher.

TDPhelp

Core Ultra X7 358H draws 30W less power.

Intel BGA 2114
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Intel BGA 2540
Arrow Lake-HX
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Panther Lake
Mobile
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Mobile
Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 64EU
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Arc B390
6400 MHz (DDR5)
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9600 MHz (LPDDR5X)
Overclockable
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Not Overclockable

Frequently Asked Questions

compare_arrowsWhich is better, Core Ultra 9 285HX or Core Ultra X7 358H?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285HX. It's 6% faster than the Core Ultra X7 358H on average across 100+ games, scoring 76/100 vs 72/100 in our gaming rating.
speedHow much faster is Core Ultra 9 285HX than Core Ultra X7 358H?expand_more
6% faster on average. The gap varies by game and resolution, check the per-game FPS comparison above.
aspect_ratioWhich is better for 1440p and 4K gaming, Core Ultra 9 285HX or Core Ultra X7 358H?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285HX is faster at both resolutions. Toggle the resolution selector above to see per-game FPS.
paidIs the Core Ultra 9 285HX worth buying in 2026?expand_more
It scores 76/100 in our gaming rating, faster than most CPUs on the market. Good buy if the price is right.
differenceWhat is the difference between Core Ultra 9 285HX and Core Ultra X7 358H?expand_more
Performance: Core Ultra 9 285HX scores 76/100, Core Ultra X7 358H scores 72/100. They also differ in core count, clock speeds, L3 cache, and power draw. Full breakdown in the specs section above.
compressWill the Core Ultra 9 285HX or Core Ultra X7 358H bottleneck my PC?expand_more
Depends on the rest of your build, especially your GPU. Swap the paired GPU in the FPS section above to see if it limits performance, or use our bottleneck calculator for a full analysis.
upgradeIs it worth upgrading to the Core Ultra 9 285HX or Core Ultra X7 358H?expand_more
The Core Ultra 9 285HX is the stronger pick at 76/100. Compare your current CPU against it to see the exact FPS gain across 100+ games.

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