Intel Arc G3 EXTREME vs Intel Core 7 150HL Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME and Intel Core 7 150HL occupy opposite ends of the mobile and desktop spectrum, respectively. The Arc G3 EXTREME is a mobile processor built on the Panther Lake architecture, with 14 cores and 14 threads, a base clock of 1.90 GHz, and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The Core 7 150HL is a desktop chip based on Raptor Lake, also with 14 cores but 20 threads, a base clock of 2.40 GHz, and a boost clock of 5.00 GHz.

The Arc G3 EXTREME delivers a robust set of benchmark scores across a wide range of workloads. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 14655 and single-core score of 1862 establish a solid baseline. In PassMark tests, it excels in data compression (307094), floating point math (86929), integer math (71164), and multithreaded performance (30659). Its single-thread score of 4293 and extended instructions score of 24017 round out a comprehensive profile.

The Core 7 150HL, by contrast, has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. This means the data cannot confirm any wins for this processor. The only metric available is its 50th percentile ranking across all CPUs, which places it in the middle of the pack. The Arc G3 EXTREME sits at the 85th percentile, indicating superior performance relative to the broader CPU landscape.

The use-case split is therefore clear. The Arc G3 EXTREME is the only processor with measurable wins, and those wins span both single-threaded and multi-threaded applications. The database shows no wins for the Core 7 150HL, as its benchmark array is empty. Any assessment of the Core 7 150HL must rely on its architectural characteristics rather than performance data.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge sharply in their internal design. The Arc G3 EXTREME uses a 3 nm process node fabricated by Intel, while the Core 7 150HL uses a 10 nm node from the same foundry. This node difference suggests the Arc G3 EXTREME benefits from a more advanced manufacturing process, which typically enables higher efficiency and density.

The cache hierarchy also differs. The Arc G3 EXTREME provides 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 7 150HL offers 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. While the Core 7 150HL has a larger L3 pool, the Arc G3 EXTREME has larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations, which can improve per-core latency and bandwidth for certain workloads.

Threading is another major differentiator. The Arc G3 EXTREME has 14 threads for its 14 cores, meaning no hyperthreading. The Core 7 150HL has 20 threads for 14 cores, indicating hyperthreading support that allows each core to handle two threads. This gives the Core 7 150HL a potential advantage in heavily threaded scenarios, though no benchmark data confirms this.

Memory support varies as well. The Arc G3 EXTREME supports LPDDR5X memory over a dual-channel bus with a recorded bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. The Core 7 150HL supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory over a dual-channel bus, but its bandwidth is not recorded in the database. The Arc G3 EXTREME also features PCIe Gen 5 with 4 lanes, while the Core 7 150HL uses PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes.

The integrated graphics differ: the Arc G3 EXTREME includes an Arc B390 GPU, while the Core 7 150HL includes Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units. The socket types are incompatible: the Arc G3 EXTREME uses Intel BGA 2540, and the Core 7 150HL uses Intel Socket 1700. The Core 7 150HL has a higher TDP of 45 watts compared to the Arc G3 EXTREME's 25 watts.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries between these two processors. The wins count for both is zero. However, the Arc G3 EXTREME has its own benchmark scores, while the Core 7 150HL has none. This asymmetry is the central finding.

Looking at the Arc G3 EXTREME's absolute scores, its Cinebench R15 multi-core result is 2192 and single-core is 267. In R20, it scores 10945 multi-core and 1545 single-core. The R23 scores are 14655 multi-core and 1862 single-core. These numbers show a consistent pattern across Cinebench versions: multi-core performance scales strongly, while single-core remains moderate.

In PassMark, the Arc G3 EXTREME's data compression score of 307094 is its highest single result. Its multithread score of 30659 and single-thread score of 4293 indicate balanced performance. The floating point math score of 86929 exceeds the integer math score of 71164, suggesting strength in floating-point-heavy applications. The find prime numbers score of 248 is low, reflecting the nature of that specific test.

The Arc G3 EXTREME's average benchmark score is 36699, which places it at the 85th percentile. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 (average score 36938, delta -0.6%), AMD Ryzen 5 5600F (36945, delta -0.7%), AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D (37018, delta -0.9%), and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 (37093, delta -1.1%). These deltas are all negative, meaning each rival scores slightly higher. The differences are small, ranging from 0.6% to 1.1%. This indicates the Arc G3 EXTREME is competitive with these chips, sitting within a narrow performance band.

The Core 7 150HL has no such rivals listed, as its average benchmark score is zero and its percentile is 50. Without data, no comparison can be made.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has better multi-core performance according to the database?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has recorded multi-core scores, including 14655 in Cinebench R23 and 30659 in PassMark multithread. The Intel Core 7 150HL has no recorded benchmark scores, so the Arc G3 EXTREME is the only chip with measurable multi-core performance.

Q: What is the thread count difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has 14 threads for 14 cores, while the Intel Core 7 150HL has 20 threads for 14 cores. The Core 7 150HL supports hyperthreading, allowing more concurrent threads despite the same core count.

Q: How do the process nodes compare?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME is built on a 3 nm process node, while the Intel Core 7 150HL uses a 10 nm node. Both are manufactured by Intel.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 7 150HL has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, which is larger than the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME's 18 MB. However, the Arc G3 EXTREME has larger per-core L1 and L2 caches.

Q: What is the TDP of each processor?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has a TDP of 25 watts, while the Intel Core 7 150HL has a TDP of 45 watts. The Arc G3 EXTREME is rated for lower power consumption.

Q: Do the processors use the same socket?

A: No. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME uses Intel BGA 2540, while the Intel Core 7 150HL uses Intel Socket 1700. They are not interchangeable.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specifications. The Arc G3 EXTREME has 14 cores and 14 threads, while the Core 7 150HL has 14 cores and 20 threads. Base clocks are 1.90 GHz versus 2.40 GHz, and boost clocks are 4.70 GHz versus 5.00 GHz, favoring the Core 7 150HL in raw clock speed.

The TDP is 25 watts for the Arc G3 EXTREME and 45 watts for the Core 7 150HL. The Arc G3 EXTREME uses a 3 nm process node, while the Core 7 150HL uses 10 nm. Socket types differ: Intel BGA 2540 versus Intel Socket 1700. The market segments are mobile for the Arc G3 EXTREME and desktop for the Core 7 150HL.

Cache configurations differ as described: L1 is 192 KB per core versus 80 KB per core, L2 is 2.5 MB per core versus 2 MB per core, and L3 is 18 MB shared versus 24 MB shared. Memory support is LPDDR5X for the Arc G3 EXTREME versus DDR4 and DDR5 for the Core 7 150HL. The memory bandwidth is recorded at 136.5 GB/s for the Arc G3 EXTREME, while the Core 7 150HL has no recorded bandwidth.

PCIe support is Gen 5 with 4 lanes for the Arc G3 EXTREME, and Gen 4 with 8 lanes for the Core 7 150HL. Integrated graphics are Arc B390 for the Arc G3 EXTREME and Iris Xe Graphics 96EU for the Core 7 150HL. Release dates are 2026-05-27 for the Arc G3 EXTREME and 2024-04-07 for the Core 7 150HL. The part number is SA4R3 for the Arc G3 EXTREME, while the Core 7 150HL has an unknown part number.

The Verdict

The data presents a lopsided comparison. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has a full set of benchmark scores across Cinebench and PassMark tests, an 85th percentile ranking, and an average benchmark score of 36699. The Intel Core 7 150HL has no benchmark scores, a 50th percentile ranking, and an average score of zero.

The Arc G3 EXTREME is the only processor with measurable performance. Its nearest rivals, all scoring within 1.1% of its average, include the Intel Core Ultra 5 225, AMD Ryzen 5 5600F, AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D, and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450. This places the Arc G3 EXTREME in a competitive position among its peers, despite being slightly behind each by fractions of a percent.

The Core 7 150HL offers higher clock speeds (5.00 GHz boost versus 4.70 GHz), more threads (20 versus 14), a larger L3 cache (24 MB versus 18 MB), and a higher TDP (45 watts versus 25 watts). These specifications suggest it could be capable in multi-threaded tasks, but the database provides no confirmation. Its 50th percentile ranking indicates middle-of-the-road performance relative to all CPUs, but without scores, this remains an abstract measure.

For users seeking a processor with verified performance data, the Arc G3 EXTREME is the only choice. The database shows it handles a variety of workloads, from data compression to floating-point math, with scores that edge out its nearest rivals by small margins. The Core 7 150HL cannot be evaluated on performance, only on its architectural specifications, which favor it in clock speed and thread count but leave its actual output unmeasured.