Intel Arc G3 EXTREME vs Intel Core 7 360 Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data splits these two mobile processors into clearly distinct roles. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME, with 14 cores and 14 threads, dominates nearly every measured category. It records 16 wins across the head-to-head benchmark suite, while the Intel Core 7 360 takes a single victory. The Arc G3 EXTREME's average benchmark score of 36699 places it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, while the Core 7 360 sits at 18374, good for the 72nd percentile.

The Arc G3 EXTREME is the clear choice for multi-threaded workloads. Its Cinebench R20 multicore score of 10945 versus 5726 for the Core 7 360 represents a 91.1% advantage. PassMark multithread results show a similar gap, with the Arc G3 EXTREME scoring 30659 against 15544, a 97.2% difference. Data compression, encryption, integer math, floating point math, physics calculations, and random string sorting all favor the Arc G3 EXTREME by margins ranging from 93.3% to 114.9%. These are not subtle differences; the Arc G3 EXTREME roughly doubles the Core 7 360's output in several demanding workloads.

The Core 7 360's single win comes in Cinebench R23 single-core, where it scores 1924 against 1862, a 3.2% edge. This is a narrow victory, and it does not extend to other single-threaded tests. In PassMark single-thread, the Arc G3 EXTREME scores 4293 against 4274, a 0.4% lead. The Cinebench R15 single-core test also goes to the Arc G3 EXTREME, with 267 versus 193, a 38.3% gap. The Core 7 360's lone win appears isolated to one specific rendering workload.

The Core 7 360, with 6 cores and 6 threads, does not compete on raw throughput. Its nearest rivals in the database are the Intel Core i3-13100, Intel Core 5 330, Intel Core i3-14100, and Intel Core 3 305, with average scores of 18380, 18345, 18318, and 18302 respectively. The delta percentages are all within 0.4% of the Core 7 360, indicating it sits firmly in the entry-level mobile performance tier. The Arc G3 EXTREME, by contrast, competes with the Intel Core Ultra 5 225, AMD Ryzen 5 5600F, AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D, and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450, with average scores between 36938 and 37093. The Arc G3 EXTREME trails these rivals by only 0.6% to 1.1%, placing it at the top edge of its class.

The Verdict

The data indicates two different purchasing profiles. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME is the processor for users whose workloads scale with core count and memory bandwidth. Its 14 cores, 18 MB of shared L3 cache, and dual-channel LPDDR5X memory at 136.5 GB/s deliver roughly double the performance of the Core 7 360 in multithreaded tasks. The Arc G3 EXTREME also carries a 25 TDP, which is higher than the Core 7 360's 15 TDP, reflecting its greater compute capacity.

The Intel Core 7 360 serves a more constrained role. Its 6 cores, 6 threads, and single-channel memory bus at 59.7 GB/s limit its throughput. The Core 7 360 does support both DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory, while the Arc G3 EXTREME supports only LPDDR5X, but the Core 7 360's single-channel configuration halves available memory bandwidth. Its 6 MB shared L3 cache is one-third the size of the Arc G3 EXTREME's 18 MB. The Core 7 360 also uses PCIe Gen 4 with 6 lanes, while the Arc G3 EXTREME uses PCIe Gen 5 with 4 lanes.

For single-threaded responsiveness, the two processors are nearly identical. PassMark single-thread scores of 4293 and 4274 differ by just 0.4%, and the Cinebench R23 single-core result favors the Core 7 360 by only 3.2%. Users prioritizing maximum multi-core throughput should select the Arc G3 EXTREME. Users constrained by power envelope or requiring DDR5 support may consider the Core 7 360, but the benchmark data shows a substantial performance penalty for that choice.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The largest single advantage for the Arc G3 EXTREME appears in PassMark data compression, where it scores 307094 against 142877, a 114.9% delta. This workload benefits directly from the Arc G3 EXTREME's additional cores and larger cache. Data encryption shows a nearly identical pattern, with the Arc G3 EXTREME at 23881 versus 11164, a 113.9% advantage.

Cinebench R20 multicore delivers the second-largest margin among rendering tests. The Arc G3 EXTREME scores 10945, while the Core 7 360 manages 5726, a 91.1% delta. Cinebench R20 single-core also favors the Arc G3 EXTREME, with 1545 versus 808, a 91.2% gap. This single-core result is notable because it contradicts the Cinebench R23 single-core outcome, where the Core 7 360 wins by 3.2%. The two Cinebench versions produce different single-core rankings, suggesting workload-specific behavior rather than a consistent single-thread advantage for either chip.

PassMark integer math shows the Arc G3 EXTREME at 71164 against 34238, a 107.9% delta. Floating point math follows closely, with 86929 versus 44963, a 93.3% advantage. Physics calculations favor the Arc G3 EXTREME by 107.3%, with scores of 2515 and 1213. Random string sorting, which stresses memory access patterns, gives the Arc G3 EXTREME a 111.7% lead with 37331 against 17636.

The Arc G3 EXTREME also wins on extended instruction throughput, scoring 24017 versus 12390, a 93.8% delta. Prime number finding shows 248 against 120, a 106.7% advantage. These results confirm that the Arc G3 EXTREME's architectural advantages extend beyond simple core count.

The closest head-to-head result is PassMark single-thread, where the Arc G3 EXTREME wins 4293 to 4274, a 0.4% delta. This is the only benchmark where the two processors are effectively tied. The Cinebench R23 multicore test is the second closest, with the Arc G3 EXTREME at 14655 versus 13634, a 7.5% delta. This smaller margin suggests that at higher thread counts, the Core 7 360's per-core efficiency improves relative to its multicore performance in other Cinebench versions.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has 14 cores and 14 threads. The Intel Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads.

Q: What is the difference in L3 cache size?

A: The Arc G3 EXTREME has 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 7 360 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache, which is one-third the size.

Q: Which processor supports DDR5 memory?

A: The Intel Core 7 360 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME supports LPDDR5X only.

Q: How much faster is the Arc G3 EXTREME in Cinebench R20 multicore?

A: The Arc G3 EXTREME scores 10945, while the Core 7 360 scores 5726. This represents a 91.1% advantage for the Arc G3 EXTREME.

Q: Does the Core 7 360 win any benchmark?

A: Yes, the Core 7 360 wins Cinebench R23 single-core with a score of 1924 versus 1862 for the Arc G3 EXTREME, a 3.2% advantage.

Q: What are the TDP ratings for each processor?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has a TDP of 25. The Intel Core 7 360 has a TDP of 15.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel families. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME uses the Panther Lake codename and belongs to the Arc G3 generation. The Intel Core 7 360 uses the Wildcat Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation. Both are built on a 3 nm process node at Intel's foundry.

Core configuration differs substantially. The Arc G3 EXTREME provides 14 cores and 14 threads, with a base clock of 1.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The Core 7 360 provides 6 cores and 6 threads, with a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. Despite having fewer cores, the Core 7 360 has a higher boost clock, which explains its narrow single-core win in Cinebench R23.

Cache hierarchy is identical in the first two levels, with both processors offering 192 KB of L1 cache per core and 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core. The shared L3 cache differs significantly, with the Arc G3 EXTREME offering 18 MB versus 6 MB for the Core 7 360.

Memory architecture also diverges. The Arc G3 EXTREME uses dual-channel LPDDR5X memory with a bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. The Core 7 360 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X but operates on a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. This 2.3x bandwidth advantage for the Arc G3 EXTREME directly contributes to its large wins in memory-sensitive workloads like data compression and random string sorting.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The Arc G3 EXTREME uses PCIe Gen 5 with 4 CPU lanes, while the Core 7 360 uses PCIe Gen 4 with 6 CPU lanes. The Arc G3 EXTREME's newer PCIe generation offers higher per-lane bandwidth, though the Core 7 360 has more available lanes.

Integrated graphics distinguish the two parts. The Arc G3 EXTREME includes Arc B390 graphics, while the Core 7 360 includes Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. Neither processor supports ECC memory, and both have locked multipliers. The Arc G3 EXTREME uses the Intel BGA 2540 socket, while the Core 7 360 uses the Intel BGA 1516 socket, making them physically incompatible.

Both processors are marked as Active in production status. The Core 7 360 has a launch MSRP of $426, while the Arc G3 EXTREME has no recorded launch MSRP. The Core 7 360 released on 2026-04-15, and the Arc G3 EXTREME followed on 2026-05-27.