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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£440
  • Avg. price in US: ~$440
  • PassMark benchmark result: ?
  • N. of physical cores: 16
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.8 GHz

Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

7.9

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%

7.9

Technical Score

10.0%

?

User score

Very good
7.9

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%

7.8

Performance

18.0%

8.5

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

8.0

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.1

Power & Thermal

4.0%

8.3

Platform

1.0%

8.5

Integrated Graphics

Very good
?

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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 6.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    6.3

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    7.0

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    4.4

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    6.7

    N. of physical cores

  • 7.5
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    9.0

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    6.7

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    7.0

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    4.4

    L3 cache

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    N/A~ £440

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    Verdict

    The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H is a high-performance Meteor Lake mobile processor built on a 7nm process, featuring a 16-core configuration (6 Performance, 8 Efficient, and 2 Low Power Efficient) with 22 threads, a 4.8 GHz max turbo frequency, and 24MB of L3 cache. Its main characteristics include an integrated NPU (Intel AI Boost) for hardware-accelerated AI tasks and advanced Intel Arc graphics with 8 Xe-cores for significantly improved visual performance compared to previous generations. Key pros include excellent power efficiency for thin-and-light laptops, robust multitasking capabilities, and a configurable TDP ranging from 28W to 115W to balance speed and battery life. However, cons include high power consumption and heat generation under heavy loads that may require substantial cooling, and inconsistent clock speeds in some early testing scenarios that can impact peak CPU performance.

    Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL

    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%

    ?

    Performance

    18.0%

    ?

    Cache & Architecture

    10.0%

    ?

    Memory & PCIe

    7.0%

    ?

    Power & Thermal

    4.0%

    ?

    Platform

    1.0%

    ?

    Integrated Graphics

    7.9
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a technical score of 7.87 points, which is higher than that of 94.8% 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

    ?
    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 Ultra 7 155HL 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%

    7.9

    Overall score

    40.0%

    8.2

    Price

    8.0
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a quality-to-price ratio of 8 points, which is higher than 94.2% 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

    embedded
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL belongs to the embedded processor class, which is less advanced than that of 92.7% of processors and equal to that of 7.3% 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

    LGA1851
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL uses the LGA1851 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 98.5% of processors and equal to that of 1.5% 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

    N/A
    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 Ultra 7 155HL 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+

    16
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has 16 CPU cores, which is more than 91.5% of processors and equal to 4% 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+

    22
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL offers 22 CPU threads, which is more than 90% of processors and equal to 0.3% 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

    ?
    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

    4.8 GHz
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL reaches a boost clock of 4.8 GHz which is higher than that of 71.2% of processors and equal to that of 4.3% 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

    6 x 1.4 GHz & 8 x 0.9 GHz
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a base clock of 6x1.4 GHz & 8x0.9 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

    7 nm
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL uses a 7 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 71.5% of processors and equal to that of 10.9% 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 4
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL is built on the Intel 4 foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 94.6% of processors and equal to that of 1.4% 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

    24 MB
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has an L3 cache of 24 MB which is larger than that of 81.5% of processors and equal to that of 5.8% 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

    18 MB
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has an L2 cache of 18 MB which is larger than that of 92.5% of processors and equal to that of 0.5% 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

    1,632 KB
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has an L1 cache of 1632 KB which is larger than that of 95.2% of processors and equal to that of 0.2% 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

    DDR5/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL supports DDR DDR5/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X, which is newer than that of 93.8% of processors and equal to that of 1.3% 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

    7,467 MHz
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL supports memory speeds up to 7467 MHz, which is higher than that of 92.1% of processors and equal to 1.2% 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

    DDR5-5600 MHz
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR5-5600 MHz, which is higher than that of 80.3% of processors and equal to 5.1% 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

    N/A
    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 Ultra 7 155HL 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

    yes
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL 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 Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 128EU
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL uses the Intel Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 128EU integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 86.3% of processors and equal to that in 0.3% 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

    128
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has 128 GPU execution units, which is more than 99.4% of processors and equal to 0.7% 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 Ultra 7 155HL 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

    H.264 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode/encode)
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode/encode) media codecs, which is broader support than 68.3% of processors and equal to 0.2% of processors.
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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

    45 W
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a TDP of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.9% of processors and equal to that of 11.4% 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

    45 W
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a base power of 45 W which is lower than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.6% 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

    115 W
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a boost power of 115 W which is higher than that of 72.4% of processors and equal to that of 5.7% 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 Ultra 7 155HL 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 Ultra 7 155HL supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
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    Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL vs the average processor

    • 10 more CPU cores
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 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 Ultra 7 155HL has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.16 vs 6
    • 7.2x larger L2 cache
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (18 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
      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

      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (18 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.18 MB vs 2.5 MB
    • 14 more CPU threads
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has more CPU threads than the average processor (22 vs 8). The average processor has 8 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+

      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has more CPU threads than the average processor (22 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.22 vs 8
    • More advanced microarchitecture
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Meteor Lake 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 Ultra 7 155HL uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Meteor Lake vs Kaby Lake).Meteor Lake vs Kaby Lake
    • 4x more L2 per core
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
      E-core module: 2 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 Ultra 7 155HL has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.2 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
    • 38.1% better single-core performance
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,429 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 Ultra 7 155HL has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,429 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.3,429 vs 2,483
    • Newer DDR support
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5/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 Ultra 7 155HL supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4).DDR5/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4
    • 2.55x higher memory speed
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (7,467 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
      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

      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (7,467 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.7467 MHz vs 2933 MHz
    • Modern CPU socket
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,851 vs FP2).
    • 4 year/s newer release date
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a newer release date than the average processor (2,024 vs 2,020).
    • Supports HMP
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL supports HMP, the average processor does not.
    • Includes crypto acceleration
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
    • 10 more CPU cores
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has more CPU cores than the average processor (16 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    • 14 more CPU threads
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has more CPU threads than the average processor (22 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
    • 38.1% better single-core performance
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,429 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
    • 11.6% higher boost clock
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher boost clock speed than the average processor (4.8 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    • 2 wider front-end design
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher front-end width than the average processor (6 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
    • 7.2x larger L2 cache
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher L2 cache than the average processor (18 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    • More advanced microarchitecture
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Meteor Lake vs Kaby Lake).
    • 4x more L2 per core
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    • 3x larger L3 cache
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher L3 cache than the average processor (24 MB vs 8 MB). The average processor has L3 cache of 8 MB.
    • Uses big.LITTLE design
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
    • 4.25x larger L1 cache
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher L1 cache than the average processor (1,632 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
    • More advanced foundry
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 4 vs Intel 14 nm).
    • 41.7% smaller process node
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a lower process node than the average processor (7 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    • Newer DDR support
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR5/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4).
    • 2.55x higher memory speed
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (7,467 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
    • 95.6% higher memory bandwidth
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher memory bandwidth than the average processor (89.6 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
    • Newer PCIe version
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
    • 4 more PCIe lanes
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
    • 50% more memory capacity
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (96 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    • 5.33x more GPU execution units
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has more GPU execution units than the average processor (128 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
    • 1 more supported displays
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
    • 5 °C higher TJ Max
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher TJ Max than the average processor (105 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor has a TJ Max of 100 °C.

    Total
    Overall
    Platform
    Performance
    Cache & Architecture
    Memory & PCIe
    Integrated Graphics
    Power & Thermal
    • Narrower instruction support
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    • 47% slower classroom rendering
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (420 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
    • 14 lower clock multiplier
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (14 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
    • 12.5% less L3 per core
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    • Limited PCIe bifurcation
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL supports less flexible PCIe bifurcation than the average processor (x8/x4/x4 vs x16, x8/x8).
    • Narrower media codec support
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode/encode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
    • 79.7% higher boost power
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (115 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
    • 10 °C higher CPU temperature
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (110 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
    • Narrower instruction support
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES 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 Ultra 7 155HL supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
    • 79.7% higher boost power
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (115 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.
      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

      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher boost power draw than the average processor (115 W vs 64 W). The average processor has a boost power draw of 64 W.115 W vs 64 W
    • 47% slower classroom rendering
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (420 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.
      What it is: A Blender render result based on the Classroom scene, used to show how quickly the processor can complete a demanding rendering workload.
      When it matters: When rendering speed matters for 3D work, content creation, or other workloads that behave like long multi-core renders.

      Importance: HIGH

      Good value: >1500

      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher Blender Classroom render time than the average processor (420 vs 791.745). The average processor needs 791.745 for the Blender Classroom test.420 vs 791.745
    • 12.5% less L3 per core
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 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 Ultra 7 155HL has less L3 cache per core than the average processor (1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.1.5 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
    • 10 °C higher CPU temperature
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (110 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.
      What it is: The reported operating temperature of the processor.
      When it matters: When you monitor thermals, cooling, or system stability.

      Importance: LOW

      Good value: <100 °C

      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a higher CPU temperature than the average processor (110 °C vs 100 °C). The average processor runs at a CPU temperature of 100 °C.110 °C vs 100 °C
    • 76% more expensive
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL is more expensive than the average processor (£440 vs £250).
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL is more expensive than the average processor (£440 vs £250).£440 vs £250
    • 14 lower clock multiplier
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (14 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 Ultra 7 155HL has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (14 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.14 vs 28
    • Narrower media codec support
      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode/encode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
      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

      Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (H.264 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode/encode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).H.264 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode/encode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
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    What customers like about Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL?

    • Improved integrated graphics with the Intel Arc GPU, making light 1080p gaming viable without a dedicated card
    • Strong multi-core performance for productivity, office work, and content creation
    • Excellent battery life in daily tasks, often lasting a full workday on a single charge
    • Dedicated NPU for AI-enhanced tasks like background effects and power management
    • Remains relatively cool and quiet under normal operating loads

    What customers dislike about Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL?

    • Single-core performance gains are negligible compared to previous generations
    • Integrated GPU is still a bottleneck for demanding AAA games on higher settings
    • Performance can vary significantly depending on the laptop's specific power limits (TDP) and cooling
    • Inconsistent clock speeds and 'middling' CPU benchmarks reported in some early tests
    • Users have reported occasional 'sluggishness' or hanging in certain configurations

    Expert reviews

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    computerbase.de
    08/02/2024
    Intel Core Ultra 7 155H Gaming Review

    The ComputerBase review of the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H (Meteor Lake) highlights a significant, milestone shift in performance by integrating Arc GPU architecture with 8 Xe-cores. Tested in the ASUS Zenbook 14 OLED, the chip offers competitive, modern gaming features like hardware-accelerated ray tracing and XeSS upscaling in a thin-and-light form factor. Key advantages include...Read more

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    heise.de
    25/01/2024
    Asus ZenBook 14 (UX3405) with Core Ultra 7 155H chiplet CPU review

    The Asus ZenBook 14 OLED (UX3405) is a highly portable 14-inch laptop (approx. 1.2–1.28 kg) featuring the new Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor with a refined all-aluminum chassis, according to the Heise review. Key highlights include an impressive 3K (2880 x 1800) OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and strong battery life. However, the laptop faces notable limitations with...Read more

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    hardwareluxx.de
    14/12/2023
    Meteor Lake: First Pre-Production Device Put to the Test

    The Hardwareluxx review of an early Intel Meteor Lake (Core Ultra 7 155H) pre-series device highlights a major architectural shift toward a tile-based design using "Intel 4" process technology, showcasing strong integrated graphics performance and an AI-focused NPU. While the new Intel Arc iGPU offers impressive performance-per-watt for 1080p gaming, the CPU shows stagnant...Read more

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    notebookcheck.biz
    15/12/2023
    Intel Meteor Lake Review: The Core Ultra 7 155H only convinces with its GPU performance

    The Intel Core Ultra 7 155H, featuring a "tiled" design with Foveros technology, delivers a mixed performance profile characterized by a significant, 8-core Intel Arc iGPU boost over previous Iris Xe graphics, which now serves as a strong alternative to AMD's Radeon 780M. While supporting advanced features like XeSS AI upscaling and ray tracing for capable 1080p gaming, the CPU...Read more

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    global.dday.it
    07/06/2024
    LG gram Pro Review: 16" OLED, Core Ultra 7 and costs less than a MacBook Air", "Intel Core Ultra 7 155H: Review of the processor bringing AI to laptop...

    The LG Gram Pro 16 is highlighted as an exceptionally light 1.2kg, 16-inch laptop featuring a vibrant 2.8K OLED 120Hz display, superior connectivity, and an Intel Core Ultra 7 processor that balances efficiency with productivity. Pros include impressive battery life exceeding 20 hours in light tests, a durable MIL-STD 810H magnesium alloy chassis, and comprehensive port selection....Read more

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    tweakers.net
    12/04/2024
    Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 NP960QGK-KG1NL - Tweakers

    The Samsung Galaxy Book4 Pro 360 (NP960QGK-KG1NL) is a premium 16-inch 2-in-1, highlighted by a vibrant 3K Dynamic AMOLED 2X 120Hz touchscreen, exceptional portability, and a versatile, slim aluminum design. Powered by an Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor with Arc graphics, the device offers strong daily performance and solid all-day battery life while including the S Pen for...Read more

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    tweakers.net
    13/08/2024
    Framework 13 Review - Tweakers", "Framework 13 Review - A laptop for tech enthusiasts

    The 2024 Framework 13 update features the Intel Core Ultra 7 155H processor, a sharper 2.8K 120Hz display, and a new 9.2MP webcam, addressing previous display and imaging limitations. Key advantages include unparalleled repairability, improved integrated graphics performance, and a quieter thermal profile, alongside the signature modular port system. However, the, device carries a...Read more

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