Intel Core 7 250H vs Intel Core 9 273PTE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head data shows a clear split in workload types. The Intel Core 7 250H wins 13 of the 17 recorded comparisons, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE takes 4 wins. The largest margin belongs to the Core 7 250H in Cinebench R15 multicore, where it scores 3147 against 2060, a 52.8% advantage. That is the single biggest gap in the entire dataset.

The Core 7 250H also dominates in integer math. PassMark integer math shows 99100 for the Core 7 250H versus 82411 for the Core 9 273PTE, a 20.3% lead. Data encryption follows a similar pattern: 18206 against 14253, a 27.7% margin. Data compression favors the Core 7 250H at 303269 versus 258704, a 17.2% difference. Random string sorting goes to the Core 7 250H by 17.8% (34136 versus 28973). The single-thread PassMark test also favors the Core 7 250H, at 4148 versus 3433, a 20.8% lead.

The Core 9 273PTE fights back in newer Cinebench versions. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the Core 9 273PTE scores 20445 against 16561 for the Core 7 250H, a 19% margin. The single-core R23 result is even more pronounced: 2886 versus 1931, a 33.1% advantage for the Core 9 273PTE. That is the second-largest delta in the comparison. The Core 9 273PTE also wins PassMark find prime numbers (142 versus 106, a 25.4% lead) and PassMark physics (1917 versus 1824, a 4.9% margin).

Cinebench R20 results are closer but still favor the Core 7 250H. Multicore shows 9697 versus 8586, a 12.9% lead, and single-core matches that delta at 12.9% (1368 versus 1212). Cinebench R15 single-core is nearly tied: 298 versus 290, a 2.8% edge for the Core 7 250H. PassMark floating point math goes to the Core 7 250H by 7.3% (65094 versus 60673), and extended instructions favor the Core 7 250H by 8.6% (17318 versus 15952). PassMark multithread shows 27030 versus 24054, a 12.4% win for the Core 7 250H.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 7 250H shows consistent strength in memory-bandwidth-sensitive and integer-heavy workloads. Data compression, encryption, integer math, and random string sorting all favor it by double-digit margins. These tests typically reward higher core counts and efficient memory scheduling. The Core 7 250H also holds the edge in PassMark multithread, which measures overall parallel throughput.

The Core 9 273PTE wins in the Cinebench R23 suite, both multicore and single-core. The R23 single-core result is particularly notable, as a 33.1% margin over the Core 7 250H indicates a meaningful clock-for-clock advantage in that specific render workload. The find prime numbers test also goes to the Core 9 273PTE, suggesting strength in integer-heavy scalar loops. PassMark physics, a simulation-oriented test, rounds out its wins.

The split in Cinebench versions is worth attention. The older R15 and R20 tests favor the Core 7 250H, while R23 favors the Core 9 273PTE. Benchmark results indicate the two processors respond differently to the workload evolution within the Cinebench series, likely due to how each handles the newer render engine's instruction mix. The R23 single-core delta of 33.1% is the clearest signal that the Core 9 273PTE has a distinct advantage in lightly threaded rendering.

Architecture Differences

The Core 7 250H uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-H codename, and belongs to the Core 7 (Raptor Lake Refresh) generation. The Core 9 273PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and the Core 9 (Bartlett Lake) generation. Both are fabricated on Intel's 10 nm process node.

Core counts differ. The Core 7 250H has 14 cores and 20 threads. The Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads. Despite having fewer cores, the Core 9 273PTE offers more threads, which indicates a different core topology. Both use 80 KB L1 per core and 2 MB L2 per core. L3 cache differs significantly: the Core 7 250H has 24 MB shared, while the Core 9 273PTE has 36 MB shared.

Clock speeds tell a similar story. The Core 7 250H has a 2.50 GHz base clock and a 5.40 GHz boost clock. The Core 9 273PTE has a 1.40 GHz base clock and a 5.50 GHz boost clock. The lower base clock on the Core 9 273PTE may explain its weaker performance in some parallel workloads, while the higher boost clock aligns with its R23 single-core win.

Socket compatibility differs completely. The Core 7 250H uses Intel BGA 1744, a mobile socket, while the Core 9 273PTE uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop socket. The market segment confirms this: the Core 7 250H is listed as Mobile, the Core 9 273PTE as Desktop. PCIe lanes also differ: the Core 7 250H provides Gen 5 with 8 lanes (CPU only), while the Core 9 273PTE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only).

Integrated graphics differ. The Core 7 250H carries Iris Xe Graphics 96EU, while the Core 9 273PTE carries UHD Graphics 730. Memory support is the same on paper, with both supporting DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel mode. The Core 9 273PTE lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Core 7 250H has no recorded memory bandwidth figure. ECC memory support also differs: the Core 7 250H does not support ECC, while the Core 9 273PTE does.

Release dates are far apart. The Core 7 250H was released on 2024-12-17, while the Core 9 273PTE is dated 2026-03-08. Both are currently listed as Active in production status. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 7 250H has 14 cores, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores.

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has 24 threads, while the Intel Core 7 250H has 20 threads.

Q: Which processor wins the Cinebench R23 multicore test?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE wins with a score of 20445, which is 19% ahead of the Intel Core 7 250H's 16561.

Q: Which processor has the larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has 36 MB shared L3 cache, compared to 24 MB shared on the Intel Core 7 250H.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 7 250H does not.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz. The Intel Core 7 250H has a boost clock of 5.40 GHz.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in the following recorded fields:

• Cores: Intel Core 7 250H: 14. Intel Core 9 273PTE: 12.
• Threads: Intel Core 7 250H: 20. Intel Core 9 273PTE: 24.
• Base Clock: Intel Core 7 250H: 2.50 GHz. Intel Core 9 273PTE: 1.40 GHz.
• Boost Clock: Intel Core 7 250H: 5.40 GHz. Intel Core 9 273PTE: 5.50 GHz.
• Socket: Intel Core 7 250H: Intel BGA 1744. Intel Core 9 273PTE: Intel Socket 1700.
• Codename: Intel Core 7 250H: Raptor Lake-H. Intel Core 9 273PTE: Bartlett Lake.
• Generation: Intel Core 7 250H: Core 7 (Raptor Lake Refresh). Intel Core 9 273PTE: Core 9 (Bartlett Lake).
• L3 Cache: Intel Core 7 250H: 24 MB shared. Intel Core 9 273PTE: 36 MB shared.
• Memory Bandwidth: Intel Core 7 250H: not recorded. Intel Core 9 273PTE: 89.6 GB/s.
• ECC Memory: Intel Core 7 250H: false. Intel Core 9 273PTE: true.
• PCIe: Intel Core 7 250H: Gen 5, 8 Lanes (CPU only). Intel Core 9 273PTE: Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only).
• Integrated Graphics: Intel Core 7 250H: Iris Xe Graphics 96EU. Intel Core 9 273PTE: UHD Graphics 730.
• Market Segment: Intel Core 7 250H: Mobile. Intel Core 9 273PTE: Desktop.
• Release Date: Intel Core 7 250H: 2024-12-17. Intel Core 9 273PTE: 2026-03-08.
• Launch MSRP: Intel Core 7 250H: $502. Intel Core 9 273PTE: $549.
• Part Number: Intel Core 7 250H: SRQ6UQ5MK. Intel Core 9 273PTE: SA4QJ.

The Verdict

The benchmark data shows two processors with opposite design priorities. The Intel Core 7 250H, a mobile part with 14 cores and 20 threads, wins the majority of recorded tests. Its 52.8% margin in Cinebench R15 multicore and 20.3% lead in integer math indicate strong parallel throughput for general desktop and productivity workloads. The PassMark multithread result (27030 versus 24054) confirms this overall parallel advantage.

The Intel Core 9 273PTE, a desktop part with 12 cores and 24 threads, delivers its wins in specific scenarios. The 33.1% single-core lead in Cinebench R23 and the 19% multicore lead in the same suite suggest the higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz and the larger 36 MB L3 cache matter most in modern render workloads. The find prime numbers and physics wins add to that pattern.

The percentile data places the Core 7 250H at the 85th percentile of all CPUs, while the Core 9 273PTE sits at the 82nd percentile. The average benchmark scores follow the same order: 35728 for the Core 7 250H versus 31143 for the Core 9 273PTE. The nearest rivals for the Core 7 250H include the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 350 at 35719 (0% delta) and the Intel Core Ultra 9 185H at 35670 (0.2% delta). The Core 9 273PTE sits near the Intel Core i7-12700F at 31081 (0.2% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS at 31074 (0.2% delta).

Users who need broad parallel performance across compression, encryption, integer math, and multithreaded workloads should look to the Core 7 250H. Users who prioritize Cinebench R23 rendering, either single-core or multicore, will find the Core 9 273PTE delivers the better recorded results. The socket difference is decisive for system planning: the Core 7 250H is a mobile BGA part, while the Core 9 273PTE is a desktop Socket 1700 part. The Core 9 273PTE also adds ECC memory support and 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, which the Core 7 250H does not offer. The recorded data does not show a universal winner, only a workload-based split.