TL;DR: If you're planning to pick up one of Intel's new non-overclockable (non-K series) Core Ultra 200-series desktop processors, you'll be getting a revamped stock CPU cooler included in the package. To complement the launch of its Core Ultra 200 chips, Intel has introduced updated versions of its Laminar cooler lineup. While stock coolers tend to be fairly basic and underpowered affairs, Intel claims these new models offer some legitimate performance uplifts and aesthetic improvements over their predecessors.Leading the pack is the Laminar RH2, which comes bundled with Intel's Core Ultra 9 285. This cooler features an aluminum heatsink coupled with a copper base plate for improved heat transfer. Intel says it's rated for up to 65W TDP chips and touts "near-silent" operation at just 2.2 bels of sound power output.In addition to the performance promises, the RH2 gets some fresh style with integrated ARGB lighting in the form of an illuminated ring around the top.For users opting for one of the more affordable Core Ultra 5 models such as the 225, 235, or 265 you'll find the Laminar RM2 inside the box. This downsized variant foregoes the ARGB lighting and has a slightly louder noise rating of 3.6 bels. However, it retains the important copper base plate upgrade over its predecessor, the RM1. // Related StoriesIn terms of real-world performance, Intel's figures indicate that the RH2 operates at a reasonably quiet 23 decibels under load, while the RM2 produces slightly more noise at 30 decibels.It's worth reiterating that these coolers are designed solely with stock, non-overclocked performance in mind. If you're looking to push your new Ultra chip to its limits with some heavy manual tuning, you'll need to spring for a bigger third-party air or liquid cooler.However, for the majority of users running their systems at standard clock speeds and power limits, the Laminar RH2 and RM2 offer a welcome upgrade over Intel's previous stock cooling solutions. The addition of a copper contact plate improves heat dissipation efficiency, and when paired with the updated designs, these coolers may provide a slightly cooler and quieter desktop experience right out of the box.