{"id":45170,"date":"2024-05-24T12:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-05-24T11:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/?p=45170"},"modified":"2025-05-07T11:00:35","modified_gmt":"2025-05-07T10:00:35","slug":"hx-mobile-processors-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.overclockers.co.uk\/blog\/hx-mobile-processors-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"HX Mobile Processors Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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HX mobile CPUs are a high-performance generation of laptop processors. Optimised for AAA gaming, streaming, and content creation, HX CPUs are perfect for those looking to get the most out of their portable<\/a> set-up. But what makes an HX processor different and why do you want one for gaming? We\u2019ll be answering both these questions and more in this blog post.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What are HX mobile CPUs? <\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

and multi-threaded workloads. Harness blisteringly fast speeds and enhanced mobile efficiency to enjoy playing all your favourite games wherever you go.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can find HX processors in the 12th<\/sup>, 13th<\/sup>, 14th<\/sup>, and Core Ultra CPU generations with the standard i5, i7, and i9 models available. Our handy table below details all the key differences between the HX variants.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Intel Core Ultra HX Proceossors<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/th>Intel Core Ultra 5 245HX<\/strong><\/th>Intel Core Ultra 5 235HX<\/strong><\/th>Intel Core Ultra 7 265HX<\/strong><\/th>Intel Core Ultra 7 255HX<\/strong><\/th>Intel Core Ultra 9 275HX<\/strong><\/th>Intel Core Ultra 9 285HX<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Cores<\/td>14 cores
(6P and 8E)<\/td>		14 cores
(6P and 8E)<\/td>		20 cores
(8P and 12E)<\/td>		20 cores
(8P and 12E<\/td>		24 cores
(8P and 16E)<\/td>		24 cores
(8P and 16E)<\/td><\/tr>
Threads<\/td>14 threads<\/td>14 threads<\/td>20 threads<\/td>20 threads<\/td>24 threads<\/td>24 threads<\/td><\/tr>
Boost clock speed<\/td>Up to 5.1GHz<\/td>Up to 5.1GHz<\/td>Up to 5.3GHz<\/td>Up to 5.2GHz<\/td>Up to 5.4GHz<\/td>Up to 5.5GHz<\/td><\/tr>
Cache<\/td>24MB <\/td>24MB<\/td>30MB <\/td>30MB<\/td>36MB<\/td>36MB<\/td><\/tr>
TDP<\/td>55W TDP<\/td>55W TDP<\/td>55W TDP<\/td>55W TDP<\/td>55W TDP<\/td>55W TDP<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Intel 14th HX Processors<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/th>i9 14900HX<\/th>i7 14700HX<\/th>i7 14650HX<\/th>i5 14500HX<\/th>i5 14450HX<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Cores<\/td>24
(8P and 16E)<\/td>		20
(8P and 12E)<\/td>		16
(8P and 8E)<\/td>		14
(6P and 8E)<\/td>		10
(6P and 4E)<\/td><\/tr>
Threads<\/td>32<\/td>28<\/td>24<\/td>14<\/td>10<\/td><\/tr>
Boost clock speed<\/td>Up to 5.8GHz<\/td>Up to 5.5GHz<\/td>Up to 5.2GHz<\/td>Up to 4.9GHz<\/td>Up to 4.8GHz<\/td><\/tr>
Cache<\/td>36MB<\/td>33MB<\/td>30MB<\/td>24MB<\/td>20MB<\/td><\/tr>
TDP<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td><\/tr>
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Intel 13th HX Processors<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/th>i9 13980HX<\/th>i9 13950HX<\/th>i9 13900HX<\/th>i7 13850HX<\/th>i7 13700HX<\/th>i7 13650HX<\/th>i5 13600HX<\/th>i5 13500HX<\/th>i5 13450HX<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Cores<\/td>24
(8P and 16E)<\/td>		24
(8P and 16E)<\/td>		24
(8P and 16E)<\/td>		20
(8P and 12E)<\/td>		16
(8P and 8E)<\/td>		14
(6P and 8E)<\/td>		14
(6P and 8E)<\/td>		14
(6P and 8E)<\/td>		10
(6P and 4E)<\/td><\/tr>
Threads<\/td>32<\/td>32<\/td>32<\/td>28<\/td>24<\/td>20<\/td>20<\/td>20<\/td>16<\/td><\/tr>
Boost clock speed<\/td>Up to 5.6GHz<\/td>Up to 5.5GHz<\/td>Up to 5.4GHz<\/td>Up to 5.3GHz<\/td>Up to 5.0GHz<\/td>Up to 4.9GHz<\/td>Up to 4.7GHz<\/td>Up to 4.6GHz<\/td>Up to 4.6GHz<\/td><\/tr>
Cache<\/td>36MB<\/td>36MB<\/td>36MB<\/td>30MB<\/td>30MB<\/td>24MB<\/td>24MB<\/td>24MB<\/td>20MB<\/td><\/tr>
TDP<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Intel 12th HX Processors<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/th>i9 12950HX<\/th>i9 12900HX<\/th>i7 12850HX<\/th>i7 12800HX<\/th>i5 12600HX<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>
Cores<\/td>16
(8P and 8E)<\/td>		16
(8P and 8E)<\/td>		16
(8P and 8E)<\/td>		16
(8P and 8E)<\/td>		12
(4P and 8E)<\/td><\/tr>
Threads<\/td>24<\/td>24<\/td>24<\/td>24<\/td>16<\/td><\/tr>
Boost clock speed<\/td>Up to 5GHz<\/td>Up to 5GHz<\/td>Up to 4.8GHz<\/td>Up to 4.8GHz<\/td>Up to 4.6GHz<\/td><\/tr>
Cache<\/td>30MB<\/td>30MB<\/td>25MB<\/td>25MB<\/td>16MB<\/td><\/tr>
TDP<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td>55W<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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How Do HX Processors Differ from Standard Mobile CPUs? <\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The key difference between HX CPUs and standard mobile processors is the number of cores. HX processors utilise desktop silicone with a higher core count to deliver exceptional performance. Perfect for enthusiast-grade gaming laptops or portable workstations! However, this does with an increase in TDP. Any laptop with an HX processor will need to have an extensive built-in thermal system to ensure temperatures are kept at optimum levels.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What\u2019s more, HX processors feature support for plenty of the latest tech to power your demanding workloads. This includes PCIe 5.0 and both DDR4 or DDR5 RAM. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Is an HX Mobile CPU Good for Gaming? <\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

HX mobile CPUs have been designed for high-speed portable gaming. With an HX processor, there is no compromising on performance. You can achieve the same standard as a desktop PC with your gaming laptop thanks to the high core count and fast speeds.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s more, with i5, i7, and i9 HX models available you can find the perfect HX processor that perfectly suits your needs, from casual to AAA enthusiast gaming.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Upgrade Your Gaming to HX!<\/strong> <\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019ve been convinced to upgrade to an HX gaming laptop, then you\u2019re in luck! Overclockers UK<\/strong><\/a> have plenty of high-quality laptops that boast powerful HX processors and cutting-edge GPUs to render your games like never before.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019ve got our top picks for you below, but you can also shop all our gaming laptops if these don\u2019t suit your gaming demands or aesthetic.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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