Intel Arc G3 EXTREME vs Intel Core 9 273PTE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark comparison between the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME and the Intel Core 9 273PTE shows a clear split across workloads. The Arc G3 EXTREME wins 13 of the 17 recorded tests, while the Core 9 273PTE takes 4. The overall average benchmark scores reflect this: the Arc G3 EXTREME averages 36,699 points against 31,143 for the Core 9 273PTE, a difference of roughly 17.8%.

The biggest margins belong to the Arc G3 EXTREME in PassMark workloads. In find prime numbers, it scores 248 versus 142, a 74.6% advantage. Data encryption shows a 67.6% gap, with 23,881 against 14,253. Extended instructions deliver 24,017 versus 15,952, a 50.6% lead. Floating point math is also heavily one-sided: 86,929 versus 60,673, or 43.3% ahead. These results indicate that the Arc G3 EXTREME has a substantial edge in math-heavy and cryptographic tasks.

The Arc G3 EXTREME also wins in Cinebench R20 multicore by 27.5%, scoring 10,945 versus 8,586. The same 27.5% margin appears in Cinebench R20 singlecore, where it posts 1,545 against 1,212. PassMark multithread follows the same pattern: 30,659 versus 24,054, again a 27.5% difference. PassMark physics shows 2,515 versus 1,917, a 31.2% lead. Random string sorting goes to the Arc G3 EXTREME by 28.8%, with 37,331 against 28,973.

However, the Core 9 273PTE strikes back in newer Cinebench versions. In Cinebench R23 multicore, it scores 20,445 versus 14,655, a 28.3% win. Cinebench R23 singlecore is even more lopsided: 2,886 versus 1,862, a 35.5% margin. Cinebench R15 singlecore also goes to the Core 9 273PTE, 290 versus 267, a 7.9% edge. The only other Core 9 273PTE win comes in PassMark integer math, where it posts 82,411 against 71,164, a 13.6% advantage.

Cinebench R15 multicore is close, with the Arc G3 EXTREME winning 2,192 versus 2,060, just 6.4% apart. PassMark data compression also favors the Arc G3 EXTREME, 307,094 versus 258,704, an 18.7% margin. PassMark single thread shows 4,293 versus 3,433, a 25.1% lead for the Arc G3 EXTREME.

The pattern is consistent: the Arc G3 EXTREME dominates in most PassMark tests and older Cinebench R20 workloads, while the Core 9 273PTE excels in Cinebench R23 and integer math. The percentile rankings place the Arc G3 EXTREME at 85 versus 82 for the Core 9 273PTE. The nearest rivals for the Arc G3 EXTREME include the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 with an average score of 36,938 (0.6% lower), the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F at 36,945 (0.7% lower), the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D at 37,018 (0.9% lower), and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 at 37,093 (1.1% lower). The Core 9 273PTE sits near the Intel Core i7-12700F at 31,081 (0.2% higher), the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS at 31,074 (0.2% higher), the Intel Core i7-13700TE at 31,028 (0.4% higher), and the Intel Core i7-12650HX at 31,290 (0.5% lower).

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from entirely different Intel design families. The Arc G3 EXTREME uses the Panther Lake architecture on a 3 nm process node, while the Core 9 273PTE uses Bartlett Lake on a 10 nm node. Both are fabricated by Intel, but the process difference is significant for power and density characteristics.

Core and thread counts differ substantially. The Arc G3 EXTREME has 14 cores and 14 threads, meaning it runs one thread per core. The Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores but 24 threads, indicating simultaneous multithreading support. This explains why the Core 9 273PTE can win in some multithreaded workloads despite fewer physical cores, particularly in Cinebench R23 where it leads by 28.3%.

Clock speeds also diverge. The Arc G3 EXTREME has a base clock of 1.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The Core 9 273PTE has a lower base of 1.40 GHz but a higher boost of 5.50 GHz. The higher boost clock likely contributes to the Core 9 273PTE's single-core wins in Cinebench R23 and R15.

Cache hierarchies are structured differently. The Arc G3 EXTREME uses 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3. The Core 9 273PTE uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3. The Arc G3 EXTREME has more per-core cache at L1 and L2, while the Core 9 273PTE has double the L3 capacity.

Memory support separates the two clearly. The Arc G3 EXTREME supports LPDDR5X memory in a dual-channel configuration, delivering 136.5 GB/s of bandwidth. The Core 9 273PTE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also dual-channel, but with 89.6 GB/s of bandwidth. The Arc G3 EXTREME has roughly 52.4% more memory bandwidth. The Core 9 273PTE supports ECC memory, while the Arc G3 EXTREME does not.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The Arc G3 EXTREME provides Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only). The Core 9 273PTE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The Core 9 273PTE has four times the PCIe lanes, which matters for desktop expansion.

Integrated graphics are distinct. The Arc G3 EXTREME includes Arc B390 graphics, while the Core 9 273PTE includes UHD Graphics 730. The market segments reflect this: the Arc G3 EXTREME is a mobile processor on Intel BGA 2540, and the Core 9 273PTE is a desktop processor on Intel Socket 1700.

Power envelopes differ by a wide margin. The Arc G3 EXTREME has a TDP of 25 watts, while the Core 9 273PTE has a TDP of 45 watts. The Arc G3 EXTREME draws nearly half the power, which aligns with its mobile positioning.

Release dates also differ. The Core 9 273PTE launched on March 8, 2026, and the Arc G3 EXTREME followed on May 27, 2026. Both are active production parts. The Core 9 273PTE has a launch MSRP of $549; the Arc G3 EXTREME has no recorded launch MSRP.

The Verdict

The data presents two distinct profiles. The Arc G3 EXTREME is the stronger all-around performer in the recorded benchmark suite, winning 13 of 17 tests and posting a higher average score (36,699 versus 31,143). It excels in PassMark workloads, with particularly large leads in prime number finding (74.6%), data encryption (67.6%), extended instructions (50.6%), and floating point math (43.3%). It also wins PassMark multithread by 27.5% and PassMark single thread by 25.1%, showing strength in both parallel and single-threaded tasks within that suite.

The Core 9 273PTE is the better choice for Cinebench R23 workloads. It leads by 28.3% in multicore and 35.5% in singlecore, which are substantial margins. It also wins Cinebench R15 singlecore by 7.9% and PassMark integer math by 13.6%. This suggests the Core 9 273PTE is optimized for newer Cinebench rendering tasks and integer-heavy computation.

The architecture explains the split. The Core 9 273PTE's 24 threads versus 14 threads give it a multithreading advantage that shows in Cinebench R23 multicore. Its higher boost clock of 5.50 GHz versus 4.70 GHz likely drives its single-core wins. However, the Arc G3 EXTREME counters with a 3 nm process node versus 10 nm, more per-core L1 and L2 cache, and significantly higher memory bandwidth (136.5 GB/s versus 89.6 GB/s).

The Arc G3 EXTREME is positioned for mobile use with a 25 watt TDP and LPDDR5X memory. The Core 9 273PTE is a desktop part with a 45 watt TDP, DDR4/DDR5 support, ECC memory capability, and 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes. The data supports choosing the Arc G3 EXTREME for general-purpose computing and PassMark-intensive tasks, while the Core 9 273PTE is preferable for Cinebench R23 rendering workloads and integer math.

The percentile rankings confirm the overall picture: 85th percentile for the Arc G3 EXTREME versus 82nd for the Core 9 273PTE. The nearest rival data shows the Arc G3 EXTREME sits within 1.1% of several AMD and Intel alternatives, while the Core 9 273PTE sits within 0.5% of its nearest rivals, indicating both are competitive in their respective tiers.

Specification Differences

| Field | Intel Arc G3 EXTREME | Intel Core 9 273PTE |

| --- | --- | --- |

| Cores | 14 | 12 |

| Threads | 14 | 24 |

| Base Clock | 1.90 GHz | 1.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.70 GHz | 5.50 GHz |

| TDP | 25 W | 45 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 2540 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Panther Lake | Bartlett Lake |

| Process Node | 3 nm | 10 nm |

| L1 Cache | 192 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 2.5 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 18 MB (shared) | 36 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 136.5 GB/s | 89.6 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 4 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Arc B390 | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-05-27 | 2026-03-08 |

| Launch MSRP | None | $549 |

| Part Number | SA4R3 | SA4QJ |

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has 14 cores, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores.

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has 24 threads, while the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has 14 threads.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, compared to 4.70 GHz for the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has 18 MB.

Q: Which processor has higher memory bandwidth?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has 136.5 GB/s of memory bandwidth, versus 89.6 GB/s for the Intel Core 9 273PTE.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE supports ECC memory; the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME does not.

Q: Which processor wins the most head-to-head benchmarks?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME wins 13 of the 17 recorded head-to-head benchmarks, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE wins 4.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for each processor?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME averages 36,699 points, and the Intel Core 9 273PTE averages 31,143 points.