At the recently concluded Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025, Intel unveiled its latest Core Ultra (Series 2) processor lineup, aimed at powering next-generation business computers, including laptops, desktops, and workstations. The new chips, featuring Intel’s vPro branding, promise enhanced security, improved battery life, and seamless AI integration. The flagship Intel Core Ultra 200V series chips boast an impressive battery life of up to 20 hours, making them ideal for professionals on the go.
Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) Processors: A New Era for Commercial PCs
Intel introduced several new processor series under the Core Ultra umbrella at MWC 2025, including:
- Core Ultra 200U (Arrow Lake) – Designed for ultra-thin and light commercial laptops.
- Core Ultra 200H and 200HX – Targeting powerful commercial notebooks.
- Core Ultra 200S (Arrow Lake) – Optimized for desktops and workstations.
- Core Ultra 200V – The most advanced lineup, offering superior AI capabilities and extended battery life.
According to Intel, these new processors will be featured in commercial PCs from over 10 leading OEMs, including Acer, Asus, Dell, HP, Microsoft’s Surface division, and Lenovo. The Core Ultra 200V series processors are Copilot+ certified, meaning they support Microsoft’s latest AI-driven features on Windows 11.
Intel Core Ultra 7 265H: Performance Benchmarking and Comparisons
One of the standout chips in the new lineup is the Intel Core Ultra 7 265H, which has demonstrated significant performance improvements:
- 2.84x increase in multi-core performance (Cinebench 2024) compared to the Intel Core i7-1185G7 (2020 model).
- 1.42x better single-core and 2.42x better multi-core performance on Geekbench 6.3.
- 15% better performance compared to the AMD Ryzen AI 7 Pro 360.
These performance enhancements position Intel’s Core Ultra processors as industry leaders in delivering high efficiency and responsiveness across commercial workloads.
Connectivity and Future-Proofing: Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 5, and More
All new Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) processors come with modern connectivity options, ensuring seamless operation in enterprise environments:
- Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 support with Bluetooth LE Audio.
- Thunderbolt 4 and Thunderbolt 5 compatibility for high-speed data transfers and multiple display support.
- Intel Assured Supply Chain Programme, launching later this year with HP and Lenovo, provides digital supply chain verification for enhanced security and reliability.
Intel’s AI and Commercial PC Strategy
With the rapid growth of AI workloads, Intel is positioning its Core Ultra (Series 2) lineup as the go-to solution for AI-powered business applications. The Core Ultra 200V series, based on the Lunar Lake architecture, will power next-generation commercial laptops optimized for AI-driven productivity tasks. Meanwhile, the Core Ultra 200U, 200H, 200HX, and 200S processors will cater to a wide range of enterprise computing needs.
Availability and Future Outlook
Intel has confirmed the following availability timeline:
- Core Ultra 200U, 200H, 200HX, and 200S processors – Expected to launch by the end of March 2025.
- Core Ultra 200V processors – Already available in select business laptops.
- New commercial PCs featuring the Intel Assured Supply Chain programme – Scheduled for release in H2 2025.