Intel Core i5-110 vs Intel Core Ultra 9 386H Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database does not contain any direct head-to-head benchmark entries for the Intel Core i5-110 versus the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H. However, the recorded single-entity benchmarks for the Core Ultra 9 386H provide a clear picture of its performance envelope. The Core i5-110 has no benchmark scores recorded in the database, meaning its average benchmark score is zero and its percentile ranking sits at 50. In contrast, the Core Ultra 9 386H posts an average benchmark score of 43,210 and ranks in the 88th percentile among all CPUs.

Since the Core i5-110 lacks any recorded benchmark data, the only quantifiable comparison comes from the Core Ultra 9 386H's absolute scores. In Cinebench R23, the Core Ultra 9 386H delivers a multicore score of 20,547 and a single-core score of 2,071.5. In Cinebench R20, it scores 12,820 multicore and 1,809 single-core. The older Cinebench R15 test shows 3,223 multicore and 303.5 single-core. PassMark results further detail its strengths: multithread score of 35,399, single-thread score of 4,218, integer math at 87,284, floating point math at 108,527, and extended instructions at 29,138.

The Core Ultra 9 386H's nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 with an average score of 43,326, which is 0.3% higher; the AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 at 43,431, which is 0.5% higher; the Intel Core i9-12900 at 42,906, which is 0.7% lower; and the Intel Core i9-12900KF at 42,830, which is 0.9% lower. This places the Core Ultra 9 386H effectively at parity with those desktop and mobile parts, despite the vast architectural differences. The data shows the Core Ultra 9 386H sits within a narrow 1.4% band of these four rivals, indicating that its performance profile is competitive with, but not dominant over, those established processors.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from entirely different design eras and market segments. The Intel Core i5-110 is a desktop part built on Comet Lake architecture, using Intel's 14 nm process node. It features 6 cores and 12 threads, with a base clock of 2.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. Its thermal design power is 65 watts, and it uses the Intel Socket 1200. The cache hierarchy includes 64 KB of L1 per core, 256 KB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support is limited to DDR4 over a dual-channel bus, with a memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s. It uses PCIe Gen 3 with 16 CPU lanes and integrates UHD Graphics 630. The part number is SA35X, and it has a launch MSRP of $200.

The Intel Core Ultra 9 386H is a mobile processor from the Panther Lake architecture, built on a 3 nm process node. It has 16 cores and 16 threads, with a base clock of 2.10 GHz and a boost clock of 4.90 GHz. Its thermal design power is only 25 watts, reflecting its mobile focus. It uses the Intel BGA 2540 socket. The cache configuration is substantially larger: 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support includes DDR5 and LPDDR5X over a dual-channel bus, with a memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s, which is nearly three times the bandwidth of the Core i5-110. It uses PCIe Gen 5 with 12 CPU lanes and integrates Intel Xe3 Graphics.

The process node difference is stark: 14 nm for the Core i5-110 versus 3 nm for the Core Ultra 9 386H. This explains the significant efficiency and density advantages of the newer part. The Core Ultra 9 386H also has more cores, more cache per core, and a higher boost clock despite a much lower base clock. The older Comet Lake design relies on higher base clock and a mature desktop platform, while Panther Lake uses a hybrid of high core count and modern process technology to achieve its results within a 25-watt envelope. Neither processor supports ECC memory, and both have locked multipliers.

The Core Ultra 9 386H belongs to the Core Ultra Series 3 generation, while the Core i5-110 is a Comet Lake Core i5. The release dates differ notably: the Core i5-110 has a release date of September 2025, while the Core Ultra 9 386H has a release date of January 2026. Both are marked as Active in production status.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data exclusively favors the Core Ultra 9 386H, as the Core i5-110 has no recorded scores. In Cinebench R23 multicore, the Core Ultra 9 386H posts 20,547 points, which is a strong result for a 25-watt mobile part. Its single-thread PassMark score of 4,218 indicates solid per-core performance, driven by the 4.90 GHz boost clock and modern architecture. The multithread PassMark score of 35,399 confirms its capability in heavily threaded workloads, a direct result of its 16 cores.

The Core Ultra 9 386H also shows specific strengths in specialized workloads. The PassMark data compression score of 352,365 is exceptionally high, suggesting strong memory bandwidth utilization and efficient core design. Data encryption scores 27,150, and extended instructions score 29,138, both indicating robust SIMD and cryptographic throughput. Floating point math at 108,527 and integer math at 87,284 further demonstrate balanced compute capabilities. Random string sorting at 42,135 and physics at 3,028 round out the profile.

For the Core i5-110, the absence of benchmark data means the database cannot confirm any performance wins. Its 6 cores and 12 threads with a 4.30 GHz boost clock would theoretically handle single-threaded tasks, but without recorded measurements, no quantitative claim can be made. The Core i5-110's desktop orientation, 65-watt TDP, and DDR4 support suggest it targets mainstream desktop builds, but the data does not validate any specific advantage.

The Core Ultra 9 386H's nearest rival comparisons show it trails the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385 by 0.3% and the AMD Ryzen AI 9 465 by 0.5%, while leading the Intel Core i9-12900 by 0.7% and the Core i9-12900KF by 0.9%. This places its aggregate performance in the same class as those parts, which is notable given the mobile form factor and lower power envelope.

The Verdict

The recorded data clearly designates the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H as the superior performer. Its 88th percentile ranking and average benchmark score of 43,210 stand in direct contrast to the Core i5-110's 50th percentile and zero benchmark scores. The Core Ultra 9 386H delivers comprehensive multicore and single-thread performance, as evidenced by its Cinebench and PassMark results, and it does so within a 25-watt TDP. The Core i5-110, with no recorded benchmarks, cannot be positioned as competitive in any measured category.

The architectural gap reinforces the performance gap. The 3 nm Panther Lake processor uses a 16-core design with 18 MB of L3 cache, PCIe Gen 5, and DDR5/LPDDR5X memory support, while the 14 nm Comet Lake processor uses 6 cores, 12 MB of L3 cache, PCIe Gen 3, and DDR4. The Core Ultra 9 386H's memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s is more than double the Core i5-110's 42.7 GB/s, which directly impacts many compute-heavy workloads.

For a user choosing between these two, the data points exclusively to the Core Ultra 9 386H. Its benchmark scores, higher percentile ranking, and modern architecture make it the clear choice in every measured category. The Core i5-110's only recorded advantage is its launch MSRP of $200, but the database contains no performance data to justify that lower price point. The Core Ultra 9 386H, despite having no launch MSRP recorded, delivers performance that rivals desktop processors like the Intel Core i9-12900, which is a significant achievement for a mobile part.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 386H has an average benchmark score of 43,210, while the Intel Core i5-110 has an average benchmark score of 0.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The Intel Core i5-110 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 9 386H has 16 cores and 16 threads.

Q: What is the process node difference between the two?

A: The Intel Core i5-110 uses a 14 nm process node, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H uses a 3 nm process node.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of each processor?

A: The Intel Core i5-110 has a memory bandwidth of 42.7 GB/s with DDR4 support. The Intel Core Ultra 9 386H has a memory bandwidth of 115.2 GB/s with DDR5 and LPDDR5X support.

Q: How does the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 386H is 0.3% slower than the AMD Ryzen AI Max PRO 385, 0.5% slower than the AMD Ryzen AI 9 465, 0.7% faster than the Intel Core i9-12900, and 0.9% faster than the Intel Core i9-12900KF.

Q: What is the thermal design power of each processor?

A: The Intel Core i5-110 has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H has a TDP of 25 watts.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 386H has a boost clock of 4.90 GHz, compared to the Intel Core i5-110's boost clock of 4.30 GHz.