Intel Arc G3 EXTREME vs Intel Core i5-14500T Comparison

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME records an average benchmark score of 36699, while the Intel Core i5-14500T records 28065. The database places the Arc G3 EXTREME at the 85th percentile among all CPUs, compared to the 80th percentile for the Core i5-14500T.

Q: How does the Arc G3 EXTREME compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Arc G3 EXTREME sits within 1.1% of its closest competitors. It trails the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 by 0.6%, the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F by 0.7%, the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D by 0.9%, and the AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 by 1.1%.

Q: What is the biggest single benchmark win for the Arc G3 EXTREME?

A: The largest margin appears in PassMark find prime numbers, where the Arc G3 EXTREME scores 248 versus 81 for the Core i5-14500T, a 206.2% advantage. This indicates substantially stronger integer-heavy single-thread processing in that test.

Q: Does the Core i5-14500T win any benchmark against the Arc G3 EXTREME?

A: Yes, one test. In PassMark integer math, the Core i5-14500T scores 80922 against 71164 for the Arc G3 EXTREME, giving it a 12.1% lead. This is the only benchmark among the recorded head-to-head comparisons where the Core i5-14500T comes out ahead.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: Both processors use 14 cores, but the Arc G3 EXTREME has 14 threads, meaning it lacks simultaneous multithreading. The Core i5-14500T has 20 threads, indicating it supports Hyper-Threading on its performance cores.

Q: Which processor has the higher boost clock?

A: The Core i5-14500T reaches 4.80 GHz, while the Arc G3 EXTREME boosts to 4.70 GHz. Despite the lower boost clock, the Arc G3 EXTREME still wins the majority of single-thread tests in the database.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME uses the Panther Lake architecture and is manufactured on a 3 nm process node by Intel. The Core i5-14500T belongs to the Core 14th Gen series, uses the Raptor Lake architecture, and is built on a 10 nm process node. This process gap directly explains many of the performance advantages recorded for the Arc G3 EXTREME, particularly in power-sensitive workloads.

Core organization differs substantially. The Arc G3 EXTREME provides 14 cores and 14 threads, so every core handles exactly one thread. The Core i5-14500T provides 14 cores and 20 threads, indicating a hybrid layout with performance and efficiency cores where some cores support two threads. The extra six threads give the Core i5-14500T additional scheduling flexibility, though benchmark data shows this does not translate into a multithreaded win.

Cache hierarchies are also configured differently. The Arc G3 EXTREME allocates 192 KB of L1 cache per core and 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, with 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5-14500T uses 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Arc G3 EXTREME has larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations, while the Core i5-14500T has a larger total L3 pool by 6 MB.

Memory support diverges as well. The Arc G3 EXTREME supports LPDDR5X memory with a dual-channel bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. The Core i5-14500T supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus, with no bandwidth figure recorded in the database. The Arc G3 EXTREME does not support ECC memory, while the Core i5-14500T does.

The socket and platform targets are completely different. The Arc G3 EXTREME uses Intel BGA 2540, a mobile socket, and provides Gen 5 PCIe with 4 CPU lanes. The Core i5-14500T uses Intel Socket 1700 for desktop builds, provides Gen 5 PCIe with 16 CPU lanes, and has a die size of 215 mm². The Core i5-14500T carries UHD Graphics 770 as its integrated GPU, whereas the Arc G3 EXTREME integrates the Arc B390 graphics solution.

Release timing and market positioning also separate the two. The Arc G3 EXTREME launched on 2026-05-27, while the Core i5-14500T launched on 2024-01-07. The Arc G3 EXTREME targets the mobile segment with a 25 W TDP, while the Core i5-14500T is a desktop part with a 35 W TDP. Both processors remain in active production.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Arc G3 EXTREME wins 16 of the 17 recorded head-to-head benchmarks. The magnitude of these wins varies considerably by workload type. The largest advantage appears in PassMark find prime numbers, where the Arc G3 EXTREME leads by 206.2%, scoring 248 against 81. This test exercises prime number generation, which benefits heavily from the newer architecture and faster single-thread execution.

Cinebench results show consistent but uneven margins. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Arc G3 EXTREME scores 2192 versus 2022 for the Core i5-14500T, an 8.4% lead. Single-core in R15 shows a 6% advantage, 267 to 252. The gap widens dramatically in Cinebench R20, where the Arc G3 EXTREME delivers 10945 against 8177 in multicore, a 33.9% lead, and 1545 against 1154 in single-core, also 33.9%. Cinebench R23 shows a 24.3% multicore advantage (14655 versus 11790) and a narrower 1.3% single-core edge (1862 versus 1838).

PassMark tests reveal where each processor excels. Data compression favors the Arc G3 EXTREME by 17%, with scores of 307094 versus 262417. Data encryption shows a 55% lead for the Arc G3 EXTREME, 23881 against 15410. Extended instructions deliver a 49.7% advantage, 24017 versus 16043. Floating point math sees the Arc G3 EXTREME ahead by 47.7%, scoring 86929 against 58869.

The multithreaded PassMark test confirms the overall trend, with the Arc G3 EXTREME scoring 30659 versus 22910, a 33.8% margin. Physics simulation shows a 95.3% lead, 2515 against 1288, one of the more lopsided results in the dataset. Random string sorting favors the Arc G3 EXTREME by 31.2%, 37331 versus 28462. Single-thread PassMark results show a 14.9% edge, 4293 versus 3736, and the duplicate singlethread entry records identical numbers.

The sole win for the Core i5-14500T comes in PassMark integer math, where it scores 80922 against 71164 for the Arc G3 EXTREME, a 12.1% margin. This result indicates that the Core i5-14500T retains a specific advantage in pure integer arithmetic workloads, likely related to its higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz and the larger L3 cache pool of 24 MB. However, this single victory does not offset the overall performance gap.

The Verdict

The recorded data shows a clear overall performance leader. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME wins 16 of 17 head-to-head tests, holds an average benchmark score 30.8% higher than the Core i5-14500T, and sits at the 85th percentile versus the 80th percentile for the Core i5-14500T. The Arc G3 EXTREME delivers particularly strong results in encryption, extended instructions, physics simulation, and prime number processing, where margins range from 47.7% to 206.2%.

The Intel Core i5-14500T retains a meaningful niche. Its 12.1% win in integer math demonstrates that certain arithmetic workloads still favor the older Raptor Lake design. The Core i5-14500T also offers 20 threads versus 14, supports ECC memory, and provides 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes, making it more suitable for desktop systems that require those platform features.

For mobile applications, the Arc G3 EXTREME is the better performer in nearly every recorded workload, despite its lower 25 W TDP compared to the 35 W TDP of the Core i5-14500T. For desktop users who need ECC memory support or broader PCIe connectivity, the Core i5-14500T remains a viable choice, though its benchmark scores trail across most categories.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Arc G3 EXTREME | Intel Core i5-14500T |

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

| Series | None | Core 14th Gen |

| Cores | 14 | 14 |

| Threads | 14 | 20 |

| Base Clock | 1.90 GHz | 1.70 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.70 GHz | 4.80 GHz |

| TDP | 25 W | 35 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 2540 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Architecture | Panther Lake | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Panther Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

| Process Node | 3 nm | 10 nm |

| Die Size | Not recorded | 215 mm² |

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

| L2 Cache | 2.5 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 18 MB (shared) | 24 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bandwidth | 136.5 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Memory | No | Yes |

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

| Integrated Graphics | Arc B390 | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-05-27 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | None | $232 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |

| Part Number | SA4R3 | SRN3P |