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  • Avg. price: ~£330
  • PassMark benchmark result: 14866
  • N. of physical cores: 10
  • CPU boost clock speed: 5.0 GHz

Intel Core 7 150UL review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

6.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

6.4

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
6.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

5.7

Performance

18.0%

7.4

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

7.3

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

7.3

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.4

Platform

1.0%

8.7

Integrated Graphics

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 5.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    6.6

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    6.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.6

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.7

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    4.3

    N. of physical cores

  • 4.1
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    4.4

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    4.3

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    4.0

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.7

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core 7 150U is a high-end mobile processor from the Raptor Lake-U Refresh (Series 1) family, featuring 10 cores (2 Performance-cores and 8 Efficient-cores) and 12 threads with a max turbo frequency of up to 5.4 GHz. Key characteristics include a 12 MB Intel Smart Cache, a low base power of 15W (max turbo 55W), and support for advanced memory like LPDDR5x-6400 and PCIe 4.0. Its main pros are excellent single-core performance for productivity, high efficiency for thin-and-light laptops, and the integration of 96 execution units in its Intel Graphics for smooth 4K playback and light creative tasks. However, its primary cons are the lack of a dedicated NPU for AI acceleration found in 'Ultra' models and its reliance on older architecture compared to Meteor Lake alternatives.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core 7 150UL

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

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Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

6.4
Intel Core 7 150UL has a technical score of 6.38 points, which is higher than that of 71.2% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Intel Core 7 150UL has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.4

Overall score

40.0%

8.8

Price

7.1
Intel Core 7 150UL has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.1 points, which is higher than 74.3% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

mobile
Intel Core 7 150UL belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

FCBGA1744
Intel Core 7 150UL uses the FCBGA1744 CPU socket, which is older than that of 71% of processors and equal to that of 5.1% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

Intel 700 Series
Intel Core 7 150UL supports Intel 700 Series chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 80.7% of processors and equal to that of 0.3% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core 7 150UL uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

10
Intel Core 7 150UL has 10 CPU cores, which is more than 77.1% of processors and equal to 4.3% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

12
Intel Core 7 150UL offers 12 CPU threads, which is more than 55.1% of processors and equal to 14.1% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

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CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

5.0 GHz
Intel Core 7 150UL reaches a boost clock of 5.0 GHz which is higher than that of 80.3% of processors and equal to that of 5.7% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

2 x 1.7 GHz & 8 x 1.2 GHz
Intel Core 7 150UL has a base clock of 2x1.7 GHz & 8x1.2 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

10 nm
Intel Core 7 150UL uses a 10 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 52.3% of processors and equal to that of 19.1% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel 7
Intel Core 7 150UL is built on the Intel 7 foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 66.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.9% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

12 MB
Intel Core 7 150UL has an L3 cache of 12 MB which is larger than that of 54.4% of processors and equal to that of 9% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

6.5 MB
Intel Core 7 150UL has an L2 cache of 6.5 MB which is larger than that of 71.1% of processors and equal to that of 1.2% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

928 KB
Intel Core 7 150UL has an L1 cache of 928 KB which is larger than that of 83.5% of processors and equal to that of 1.7% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X
Intel Core 7 150UL supports DDR DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X, which is newer than that of 97.3% of processors and equal to that of 2.7% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

5,200 MHz
Intel Core 7 150UL supports memory speeds up to 5200 MHz, which is higher than that of 72.1% of processors and equal to 7% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR5-5200 MHz
Intel Core 7 150UL supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-5200 MHz, which is higher than that of 74.1% of processors and equal to 5.2% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

5,200 MHz
Intel Core 7 150UL supports XMP/EXPO memory speeds up to 5200 MHz, which is higher than that of 94.5% of processors and equal to 1.5% of processors.
Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

96 GB
Intel Core 7 150UL supports up to 96 GB of memory, which is more than 56% of processors and equal to 5.8% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

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Intel Core 7 150UL includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU
Intel Core 7 150UL uses the Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 81.1% of processors and equal to that in 2.9% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

96
Intel Core 7 150UL has 96 GPU execution units, which is more than 95.1% of processors and equal to 4% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

300 MHz
Intel Core 7 150UL has an integrated GPU clock of 300 MHz which is lower than that of 57% of processors and equal to that of 38.7% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

15 W
Intel Core 7 150UL has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

15 W
Intel Core 7 150UL has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

55 W
Intel Core 7 150UL has a boost power of 55 W which is lower than that of 57.3% of processors and equal to that of 4.6% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

28 seconds
Intel Core 7 150UL has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 3.8% of processors and equal to that of 85% of processors.
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
Intel Core 7 150UL supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 12 W
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Intel Core 7 150UL vs the average processor

  • 42.8% better single-core performance
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,546 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    What it is: A benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about responsiveness in lighter or older software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >3200

    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,546 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,546 vs 2,483
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core 7 150UL supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4).
    What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
    When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: DDR5

    Intel Core 7 150UL supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4).DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4
  • 16.3% higher boost clock
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.5.0 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core 7 150UL has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    E-core module: 4 MB shared
    What it is: The amount of L2 cache available to each CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing per-core cache resources in deeper architectural analysis.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=1 MB/core

    Intel Core 7 150UL has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.1.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core 7 150UL uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake Refresh vs Kaby Lake).
    What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
    When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core 7 150UL uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake Refresh vs Kaby Lake).Raptor Lake Refresh vs Kaby Lake
  • 4 more CPU cores
    Intel Core 7 150UL has more CPU cores than the average processor (10 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
    When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 8+

    Intel Core 7 150UL has more CPU cores than the average processor (10 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.10 vs 6
  • 89.6% higher multi-core score
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (9,087 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects multi-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you want a quick picture of multi-core speed in everyday mixed workloads, multitasking, and broadly optimized software.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >8500

    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (9,087 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.9,087 vs 4,793
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel Core 7 150UL uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
    P-cores + E-cores
    What it is: Combines high-performance cores with lower-power efficiency cores instead of relying on just one core type.
    When it matters: When you want strong burst performance in demanding tasks without wasting as much power during lighter background work.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core 7 150UL uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • 4 year/s newer release date
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a newer release date than the average processor (2,024 vs 2,020).
  • Supports HMP
    Intel Core 7 150UL supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 42.8% better single-core performance
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,546 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 16.3% higher boost clock
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (5 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 4 more CPU cores
    Intel Core 7 150UL has more CPU cores than the average processor (10 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 89.6% higher multi-core score
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (9,087 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • 41.7% higher single-core score
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,085 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 4 more CPU threads
    Intel Core 7 150UL has more CPU threads than the average processor (12 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 41.1% higher PassMark score
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (14,866 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 2 wider front-end design
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher front-end width than the average processor (6 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel Core 7 150UL has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core 7 150UL uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake Refresh vs Kaby Lake).
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel Core 7 150UL uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • 2.42x larger L1 cache
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (928 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 2.6x larger L2 cache
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (6.5 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel Core 7 150UL uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 50% larger L3 cache
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (12 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a lower process node than the average processor (10 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel Core 7 150UL supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4).
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel Core 7 150UL supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • 81.7% higher memory bandwidth
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (83.2 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    Intel Core 7 150UL has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 77.3% higher memory speed
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (5,200 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 50% more memory capacity
    Intel Core 7 150UL has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (96 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 4x more GPU execution units
    Intel Core 7 150UL has more GPU execution units than the average processor (96 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • Better integrated GPU
    Intel Core 7 150UL uses a better integrated GPU than the average processor (Intel Iris Xe Graphics 96EU vs Intel UHD Graphics 630).
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel Core 7 150UL has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core 7 150UL supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core 7 150UL uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,744 vs FP2).
  • 10 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (18 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 30% less L3 per core
    Intel Core 7 150UL has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • 30% less L3 per core
    Intel Core 7 150UL has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    Intel Core 7 150UL has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.1.2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core 7 150UL supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
    When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core 7 150UL supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel Core 7 150UL uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,744 vs FP2).
    What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

    Importance: HIGH

    Intel Core 7 150UL uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,744 vs FP2).FCBGA1744 vs FP2
  • 10 lower clock multiplier
    Intel Core 7 150UL has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (18 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
    What it is: The ratio used to derive CPU frequency from the base clock.
    When it matters: When you tune or compare overclocking behavior.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >33

    Intel Core 7 150UL has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (18 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.18 vs 28
  • 32% more expensive
    Intel Core 7 150UL is more expensive than the average processor (£330 vs £250).
    Intel Core 7 150UL is more expensive than the average processor (£330 vs £250).£330 vs £250
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What customers like about Intel Core 7 150UL?

  • High single-core clock speeds reaching up to 5.0 GHz for responsive performance in basic apps.
  • Efficient 15W TDP is well-suited for thin-and-light laptops and reliable battery life.
  • Reliable for daily productivity tasks, office work, and student life.
  • Solid multitasking capabilities with 10 cores and 12 threads.
  • Support for high-speed RAM and newer PCIe 4.0 storage interfaces.

What customers dislike about Intel Core 7 150UL?

  • Rebranded Raptor Lake architecture lacks the architectural improvements of the newer 'Ultra' series.
  • Lacks a dedicated NPU for AI-accelerated tasks found in Meteor Lake or Lunar Lake chips.
  • Integrated Iris Xe graphics are outperformed by competing AMD Radeon iGPUs.
  • Confusing naming scheme makes it difficult for average users to distinguish it from the newer Ultra 7 155U.
  • Multi-core performance gains are minimal compared to the previous 13th Gen equivalent (i7-1365U).

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browser.geekbench.com
01/07/2026
Intel Core 7 150U Benchmarks - Geekbench Browser

The Intel Core 7 150U is a mid-range, 10-core (2 E) Raptor Lake-U Refresh processor for notebooks, achieving Geekbench 6 scores of roughly 2,085 single-core and 7,190 multi-core. Operating with a 15W-55W TDP, it represents an overclocked 13th Gen chip rather than a new architecture, boosting up to 5.4 GHz to provide high single-core responsiveness ideal for productivity tasks. Key...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
Q1 2024
Intel Core 7 150U - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core 7 150U is a 10-core (2 E) Raptor Lake-U Refresh laptop processor released in early 2024, designed for high-efficiency, thin-and-light devices with a 15W base TDP and 5.4 GHz boost clock. It provides solid single-threaded performance for daily tasks and roughly 8% higher PassMark scores compared to the previous-gen Core i7-1365U. Key advantages include strong...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
01/01/2024
Intel Core 7 150U - benchmark tests - LaptopMedia

The Intel Core 7 150U is a power-efficient, 10-core (2 E) processor from the Raptor Lake-U Refresh series (early 2024), designed for thin-and-light laptops with a 15W TDP. It features strong single-core performance with a 5.40 GHz boost, making it ideal for daily productivity, while Intel Iris Xe (96EU) graphics provide adequate casual gaming capability. Key pros include excellent...Read more

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notebookcheck.net
30/07/2024
Intel Core 7 150U performance debut: Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 16IRU9 laptop review

The Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5 16IRU9, featuring the Intel Core 7 150U, is a budget-friendly 16-inch laptop providing solid, everyday productivity performance with a high-quality, partly aluminum chassis. While lacking modern NPU capabilities for AI, it offers reliable performance for office tasks but falls short in gaming due to aging Intel Iris Xe graphics. A major advantage is its...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
08/01/2024
Intel Core 7 150U - LaptopMedia

The Intel Core 7 150U is a high-end, low-voltage processor from the Raptor Lake-U Refresh series, featuring 10 cores (2 P-cores, 8 E-cores) and speeds up to 5.4 GHz, optimized for energy efficiency in thin-and-light laptops. It offers improved single-core performance, supports fast LPDDR5x-6400 RAM, and provides solid productivity for daily tasks, with benchmarks indicating it is...Read more

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vividrepairs.co.uk
09/01/2026
ASUS Vivobook 16 Budget Laptop Review UK 2026

The ASUS Vivobook 16 (2026) is a budget-focused 16-inch laptop offering high-value specifications, including 16GB RAM and a 1TB SSD for roughly £572, suitable for students and home users. Key pros include a 16:10 display for productivity, reliable MIL-STD 810H durability, and a comfortable full-sized keyboard. Despite these strengths, it faces cons like poor 4.5-hour battery life...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
01/03/2026
Intel Core 7 150U - Processor Performance Benchmarks

The Intel Core 7 150U is a 15-watt mobile processor from early 2024, utilizing a 10-core, 12-thread hybrid architecture (2P + 8E) based on a Raptor Lake-U refresh. It offers exceptional single-threaded performance with a 5.4 GHz boost clock and supports modern standards like LPDDR5-6400 and Thunderbolt 4, making it ideal for thin, efficient laptops. However, it is limited in...Read more

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