Intel has unveiled the specifications for its Core 200H series CPUs, confirming that the lineup consists of Raptor Lake-H/U Refresh models under a rebranded identity. This marks a continuation of Intel’s strategy to offer previous-generation hardware with refreshed branding.
According to the specifications, five non-Ultra Core 200H processors have been revealed, targeted at mainstream mobile devices:
Core 9 270H: 14 cores (6P+8E), 20 threads, with a 5.8 GHz maximum boost clock.
Core 7 250H: 14 cores (6P+8E), 20 threads, reaching up to 5.4 GHz.
Core 7 240H: 10 cores (6P+4E), 16 threads, with a 5.2 GHz boost.
Core 5 220H: 12 cores (4P+8E), 16 threads, boosting to 4.9 GHz.
Core 5 210H: 8 cores (4P+4E), 12 threads, with a 5.0 GHz maximum turbo frequency.
These models will serve as successors to Intel’s 13th Gen Core series laptops, specifically targeting mainstream mobile devices with discrete graphics. Unlike the Arrow Lake-based Ultra series, these processors retain their Raptor Lake architecture.
Core 200H vs Ultra Models
The Core 200H series, positioned below the Ultra branding, comes with balanced specifications for general-purpose laptops. For comparison:
The Core Ultra 9 285H boasts 16 cores (6P+8E+2LP) and 5.4 GHz boost clocks, with a TDP of 45W and integrated 8 Xe GPU cores.
In contrast, the Core 9 270H from the non-Ultra lineup also offers 14 cores and a 5.8 GHz boost clock, but lacks additional LP cores, positioning it for simpler configurations and better power efficiency in mainstream systems.
Intel’s Roadmap
Intel is set to officially unveil the Core Ultra 200H and 200HX series at CES 2025. However, the Core 200H models may debut sooner to directly replace Meteor Lake U-series processors for laptops with discrete GPUs.
While these CPUs deliver strong clock speeds, they represent a refresh of existing Raptor Lake hardware, following Intel’s earlier Core 100U low-power refresh earlier this year.
This approach mirrors the broader CPU market trend, with AMD also rumored to rebrand its older Ryzen Hawk Point APUs under the Ryzen 200 series in 2025.
Key Specifications at a Glance (Raptor Lake Refresh – 200H Series)
Processor Cores/Threads Max Turbo Frequency Graphics TDP
Core 9 270H 14C/20T (6P+8E) 5.8 GHz 96 EU 45W
Core 7 250H 14C/20T (6P+8E) 5.4 GHz 96 EU 45W
Core 7 240H 10C/16T (6P+4E) 5.2 GHz 64 EU 45W
Core 5 220H 12C/16T (4P+8E) 4.9 GHz 80 EU 45W
Core 5 210H 8C/12T (4P+4E) 5.0 GHz 48 EU 45W
Intel’s rebranding of the Raptor Lake Refresh processors into the Core 200H series showcases their effort to deliver performance improvements for mainstream laptops at competitive price points. These CPUs bring familiar performance with enhanced clock speeds, offering an alternative for users seeking power-efficient systems in 2025 without the premium cost of the Ultra lineup.
