Intel Core 7 360 vs Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL Comparison

# Intel Core 7 360 vs Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL

The Intel Core 7 360 is a mobile processor built on Intel's 3 nm Wildcat Lake architecture, featuring 6 cores and 6 threads with a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL is a desktop processor from the Core Ultra Series 1, using the Meteor Lake-PS architecture on a 7 nm process, with 16 cores and 22 threads, a base clock of 1.40 GHz, and the same 4.80 GHz boost clock. Both are active production parts, but they target different market segments: mobile for the Core 7 360, desktop for the Core Ultra 7 155HL.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 155HL has 16 cores and 22 threads, while the Intel Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The Core Ultra 7 155HL offers more than double the core count and over three times the thread count.

Q: What are the integrated graphics options?

A: The Core 7 360 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores, while the Core Ultra 7 155HL uses Arc Xe-LPG with 128 execution units. The Core Ultra 7 155HL has a substantially larger integrated GPU.

Q: How does memory support differ between the two?

A: The Core 7 360 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory over a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The Core Ultra 7 155HL supports DDR5 (depending on the motherboard) over a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What is the difference in TDP?

A: The Core 7 360 has a TDP of 15 watts, making it a low-power mobile chip. The Core Ultra 7 155HL has a TDP of 45 watts, which is three times higher and indicates a more power-hungry desktop part.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking among all CPUs?

A: The Core 7 360 ranks in the 72nd percentile, while the Core Ultra 7 155HL ranks in the 50th percentile. The Core 7 360 sits higher relative to the overall CPU population.

Q: What are the launch MSRPs?

A: The Core 7 360 has a launch MSRP of $426, and the Core Ultra 7 155HL has a launch MSRP of $438.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural lineages. The Core 7 360 uses Wildcat Lake, a codename tied to the Core 5 generation, built on a 3 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The Core Ultra 7 155HL uses Meteor Lake, specifically the Meteor Lake-PS variant, on a 7 nm process, also fabricated by Intel. The process node difference is significant: 3 nm versus 7 nm, which typically translates to higher transistor density and improved power efficiency for the smaller node.

Core configuration differs sharply. The Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads, meaning no hyper-threading, with a base clock of 1.50 GHz. The Core Ultra 7 155HL has 16 cores and 22 threads, which implies a mix of performance and efficiency cores (the extra 6 threads beyond the core count suggest some cores are hyper-threaded), with a base clock of 1.40 GHz. Both boost to 4.80 GHz, so single-thread peak performance is likely similar, but the Core Ultra 7 155HL has far more parallel throughput capacity.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The Core 7 360 has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core Ultra 7 155HL has 112 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. While per-core caches are smaller on the Core Ultra 7 155HL, the total L3 pool is four times larger.

Memory architecture is another differentiator. The Core 7 360 uses a single-channel memory bus with DDR5 and LPDDR5X support, delivering 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The Core Ultra 7 155HL uses a dual-channel bus with DDR5 support (depending on motherboard) and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth. The Core Ultra 7 155HL offers 50% more memory bandwidth, which matters for multi-threaded workloads that saturate memory.

PCIe connectivity also differs: the Core 7 360 provides 6 CPU-only PCIe Gen 4 lanes, while the Core Ultra 7 155HL provides 8 CPU-only PCIe Gen 4 lanes. The Core Ultra 7 155HL has more expansion headroom.

The integrated GPU is a major architectural difference. The Core 7 360 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores, while the Core Ultra 7 155HL uses Arc Xe-LPG with 128 execution units. The Arc GPU is far larger and likely delivers significantly better graphics performance. The Core 7 360 targets mobile, the Core Ultra 7 155HL targets desktop, which explains the GPU disparity.

The Verdict

The Core 7 360 is a mobile processor designed for efficiency. Its 15 W TDP, single-channel memory, and smaller GPU make it suitable for thin-and-light laptops where battery life and thermal limits are priorities. Its benchmark data shows strong single-thread performance (Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1924) and a 72nd percentile ranking, indicating solid overall capability for a low-power part.

The Core Ultra 7 155HL is a desktop processor with a 45 W TDP, dual-channel memory, and a much larger integrated GPU. Its 16 cores and 22 threads give it a massive multi-threading advantage, and the 24 MB L3 cache supports heavy parallel workloads. However, the database contains no benchmark scores for this part, so direct performance comparisons cannot be made from recorded data.

The data indicates that the Core 7 360 is the choice for portable, power-efficient systems with strong single-thread performance. The Core Ultra 7 155HL is the choice for desktop systems that need many cores, higher memory bandwidth, and a more capable integrated GPU. The lack of benchmark data for the Core Ultra 7 155HL means its actual performance remains unverified in the database, so any claims about its speed must be inferred from its specifications alone.

Specification Differences

• Cores: Core 7 360 has 6, Core Ultra 7 155HL has 16.
• Threads: Core 7 360 has 6, Core Ultra 7 155HL has 22.
• Base Clock: Core 7 360 runs at 1.50 GHz, Core Ultra 7 155HL at 1.40 GHz.
• Boost Clock: Both reach 4.80 GHz.
• TDP: Core 7 360 is 15 W, Core Ultra 7 155HL is 45 W.
• Socket: Core 7 360 uses Intel BGA 1516 (mobile), Core Ultra 7 155HL uses Intel Socket 1851 (desktop).
• Process Node: Core 7 360 is 3 nm, Core Ultra 7 155HL is 7 nm.
• Codename: Core 7 360 is Wildcat Lake, Core Ultra 7 155HL is Meteor Lake-PS.
• L1 Cache: Core 7 360 has 192 KB per core, Core Ultra 7 155HL has 112 KB per core.
• L2 Cache: Core 7 360 has 2.5 MB per core, Core Ultra 7 155HL has 2 MB per core.
• L3 Cache: Core 7 360 has 6 MB shared, Core Ultra 7 155HL has 24 MB shared.
• Memory Support: Core 7 360 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, Core Ultra 7 155HL supports DDR5 depending on motherboard.
• Memory Bus: Core 7 360 is single-channel, Core Ultra 7 155HL is dual-channel.
• Memory Bandwidth: Core 7 360 delivers 59.7 GB/s, Core Ultra 7 155HL delivers 89.6 GB/s.
• PCIe: Core 7 360 has Gen 4 with 6 lanes, Core Ultra 7 155HL has Gen 4 with 8 lanes.
• Integrated Graphics: Core 7 360 has Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe), Core Ultra 7 155HL has Arc Xe-LPG 128EU.
• Market Segment: Core 7 360 is mobile, Core Ultra 7 155HL is desktop.
• Release Date: Core 7 360 released 2026-04-15, Core Ultra 7 155HL released 2024-04-07.
• Launch MSRP: Core 7 360 is $426, Core Ultra 7 155HL is $438.
• Part Number: Core 7 360 is SAE3E, Core Ultra 7 155HL is SRN2Z.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between these two processors. The Core 7 360 has a full set of benchmark scores, while the Core Ultra 7 155HL has none. This means the only quantitative comparison possible is through the Core 7 360's absolute scores and its percentile ranking.

The Core 7 360 achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 13634 and a single-core score of 1924. In Cinebench R20, it scores 5726 multi-core and 808 single-core. In Cinebench R15, it scores 1374 multi-core and 193 single-core. These results show a processor that performs well in single-threaded tasks, with the multi-core scores reflecting its 6-core, 6-thread configuration.

Passmark results for the Core 7 360 include a multi-thread score of 15544 and a single-thread score of 4274. Integer math scores 34238, floating point math scores 44963, and extended instructions score 12390. Data compression scores 142877, data encryption scores 11164, and random string sorting scores 17636. Physics scores 1213, and finding prime numbers scores 120. The average benchmark score is 18374, placing it in the 72nd percentile of all CPUs.

The nearest rivals to the Core 7 360, based on average benchmark scores, are the Intel Core i3-13100 (avg score 18380, delta 0%), the Intel Core 5 330 (avg score 18345, delta 0.2%), the Intel Core i3-14100 (avg score 18318, delta 0.3%), and the Intel Core 3 305 (avg score 18302, delta 0.4%). The Core 7 360 sits within 0.4% of these parts, indicating it performs essentially on par with a range of low-end desktop chips despite its mobile positioning.

Since the Core Ultra 7 155HL has no recorded benchmarks, the head-to-head comparison is incomplete. The data shows the Core 7 360 delivers solid single-thread performance and respectable multi-thread performance for a 6-core part. The Core Ultra 7 155HL, with 16 cores and 22 threads, would be expected to score far higher in multi-threaded tests, but no numbers exist to confirm that.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 7 360 wins in situations where power efficiency and single-thread speed matter most. Its 15 W TDP makes it ideal for mobile devices where thermal headroom is limited. The single-core Cinebench R23 score of 1924 and Passmark single-thread score of 4274 indicate strong performance per watt. The 3 nm process node suggests better power efficiency compared to the 7 nm node of the Core Ultra 7 155HL. The database shows it ranks in the 72nd percentile, meaning it outperforms a majority of CPUs despite its low power draw.

The Core Ultra 7 155HL wins in scenarios requiring massive parallel throughput. With 16 cores and 22 threads, it has 10 more cores and 16 more threads than the Core 7 360. The 24 MB L3 cache and 89.6 GB/s dual-channel memory bandwidth provide the infrastructure to feed those cores. The 45 W TDP reflects its desktop orientation, where power is less constrained. The Arc Xe-LPG 128EU integrated GPU is far more capable than the Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores, making the Core Ultra 7 155HL better suited for graphics-heavy tasks without a discrete GPU.

For workloads like video encoding, 3D rendering, or software compilation, the Core Ultra 7 155HL's core count gives it a structural advantage. For office productivity, web browsing, or light content creation, the Core 7 360's higher single-thread performance (1924 in R23 single-core) and lower power draw make it the more practical choice. The data cannot confirm the Core Ultra 7 155HL's actual benchmark results, so its wins are based entirely on specifications, not measured performance. The Core 7 360's wins are backed by recorded scores.