Intel Arc G3 EXTREME vs Intel Processor N250 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME and Intel Processor N250 occupy very different positions in the database, and the benchmark data reflects that gap clearly. The Arc G3 EXTREME has a robust set of recorded measurements, while the N250 has no benchmark entries at all. That absence is itself a data point: the N250's average benchmark score is listed as 0, placing it at the 50th percentile of all CPUs, whereas the Arc G3 EXTREME sits at the 85th percentile with an average score of 36,699.

Because the head-to-head benchmark table is empty, the comparison relies on the Arc G3 EXTREME's absolute scores and the N250's lack of recorded results. The Arc G3 EXTREME delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 14,655 and a single-core score of 1,862. In Cinebench R20, it records 10,945 multicore and 1,545 single-core. The R15 run shows 2,192 multicore and 267 single-core. These are substantial numbers for a mobile part.

The Passmark suite reinforces the multicore strength. The Arc G3 EXTREME scores 30,659 in multithread, 86,929 in floating point math, and 71,164 in integer math. Data compression reaches 307,094, while encryption hits 23,881. Single-thread performance measures 4,293. The N250 has no comparable figures in the database, so no direct delta can be calculated. The data does not support a claim of victory for the N250 in any recorded workload, because no workload for it was recorded.

The nearest rivals for the Arc G3 EXTREME provide context for its standing. The Intel Core Ultra 5 225 averages 36,938, which is 0.6% higher. The AMD Ryzen 5 5600F averages 36,945, 0.7% higher. The AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D averages 37,018, 0.9% higher. The AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450 averages 37,093, 1.1% higher. The Arc G3 EXTREME trails each by less than 1.2%, meaning it competes within a tight band around the 37,000 average score mark. That places it in genuine contention with those desktop and mobile parts despite its lower power envelope.

The N250, by contrast, has no rivals listed and no average score. Its percentile rank of 50 suggests it sits at the median of the database, but without benchmark entries, the database cannot offer a workload-specific comparison. The investigative question becomes whether the N250's design targets efficiency over throughput, and the specification data supports that interpretation.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel design families. The Arc G3 EXTREME uses the Panther Lake codename and is built on a 3 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The N250 uses the Twin Lake architecture, listed as Intel Processor (Alder Lake-N), on a 10 nm node. The process gap is significant: 3 nm versus 10 nm implies a major difference in transistor density and power characteristics.

Core counts diverge sharply. The Arc G3 EXTREME has 14 cores and 14 threads, meaning no hyperthreading per core. The N250 has 4 cores and 4 threads, likewise no hyperthreading. The Arc G3 EXTREME's base clock is 1.90 GHz with a boost of 4.70 GHz. The N250's base clock is listed at 0.10 GHz with a boost of 3.80 GHz. That base clock figure for the N250 is unusually low and likely reflects a very conservative idle or guaranteed frequency, but the database records it as is.

Cache hierarchies differ in both capacity and organization. The Arc G3 EXTREME carries 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3. The N250 has 96 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of shared L2, and 6 MB of shared L3. The L3 difference is 3x in favor of the Arc G3 EXTREME, which matters for workloads that repeatedly access a working set larger than 6 MB.

Memory support also separates the two. The Arc G3 EXTREME uses LPDDR5X over a dual-channel bus, yielding 136.5 GB/s of bandwidth. The N250 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 over a single-channel bus, with 38.4 GB/s. The bandwidth ratio is roughly 3.55x. For memory-bound tasks, that gap will dominate any core-count advantage.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The Arc G3 EXTREME provides Gen 5 with 4 lanes, while the N250 provides Gen 3 with 9 lanes. The Arc G3 EXTREME's integrated graphics is the Arc B390, while the N250 uses UHD Graphics 730. Both are mobile parts with active production status. The Arc G3 EXTREME has a part number of SA4R3 and the N250 is SRPNS. Neither has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not a differentiator.

The release dates show the N250 launched earlier, on 2025-01-06, while the Arc G3 EXTREME follows on 2026-05-27. Both carry a 25 W TDP versus 6 W TDP, respectively. The power envelope of the N250 is remarkably low, which aligns with its modest core count and clock speeds. The Arc G3 EXTREME's 25 W TDP is still low for a 14-core part, but it is over 4x the N250's figure.

The Verdict

The data points in one direction: the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME is the stronger processor in every recorded benchmark category, and the Intel Processor N250 has no recorded benchmark results to challenge it. The Arc G3 EXTREME's 85th percentile ranking and average score of 36,699 place it among capable mid-range parts, close to the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 and AMD Ryzen 5 5600F. The N250's 50th percentile with a zero average score indicates it is a low-power part without measured performance data.

For workloads that demand multicore throughput, the Arc G3 EXTREME's 14 cores and 18 MB of L3 provide a structural advantage. For memory-intensive tasks, its 136.5 GB/s of bandwidth is a decisive edge. The N250, with 4 cores, 6 MB of L3, and 38.4 GB/s, targets scenarios where power consumption matters more than performance. The 6 W TDP versus 25 W TDP makes that intent explicit.

The choice depends on whether the use case prioritizes compute capability or energy efficiency. The recorded data supports the Arc G3 EXTREME for any performance-sensitive application. The N250's role is best understood as a low-power companion, but the database does not contain measurements to quantify its efficiency in real workloads.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every specification field.

Cores and threads: the Arc G3 EXTREME has 14 cores and 14 threads; the N250 has 4 cores and 4 threads.

Clocks: the Arc G3 EXTREME runs at 1.90 GHz base and 4.70 GHz boost; the N250 runs at 0.10 GHz base and 3.80 GHz boost.

TDP: the Arc G3 EXTREME is rated at 25 W; the N250 at 6 W.

Socket: the Arc G3 EXTREME uses Intel BGA 2540; the N250 uses Intel BGA 1264.

Process node: the Arc G3 EXTREME is 3 nm; the N250 is 10 nm.

Codename and generation: the Arc G3 EXTREME is Panther Lake, generation Arc G3 (Panther Lake); the N250 is Twin Lake, generation Intel Processor (Alder Lake-N).

Cache: the Arc G3 EXTREME has 192 KB L1 per core, 2.5 MB L2 per core, and 18 MB shared L3; the N250 has 96 KB L1 per core, 2 MB shared L2, and 6 MB shared L3.

Memory: the Arc G3 EXTREME supports LPDDR5X over dual-channel with 136.5 GB/s; the N250 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 over single-channel with 38.4 GB/s.

PCIe: the Arc G3 EXTREME has Gen 5 with 4 lanes; the N250 has Gen 3 with 9 lanes.

Integrated graphics: the Arc G3 EXTREME has Arc B390; the N250 has UHD Graphics 730.

Part number and release date: the Arc G3 EXTREME is SA4R3, released 2026-05-27; the N250 is SRPNS, released 2025-01-06.

Both have ECC memory disabled, both are mobile segments, both are active in production, and neither has an unlocked multiplier.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has an average benchmark score of 36,699. The Intel Processor N250 has an average benchmark score of 0, with no recorded benchmark entries.

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

A: 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 core count difference?

A: The Arc G3 EXTREME has 14 cores and 14 threads, while the N250 has 4 cores and 4 threads.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The Arc G3 EXTREME has 18 MB of shared L3 cache, and the N250 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What memory bandwidth does each support?

A: The Arc G3 EXTREME supports 136.5 GB/s over dual-channel LPDDR5X, while the N250 supports 38.4 GB/s over single-channel DDR4, DDR5, or LPDDR5.

Q: What are the TDP ratings?

A: The Arc G3 EXTREME has a TDP of 25 W, and the N250 has a TDP of 6 W.

Where Each One Wins

The Arc G3 EXTREME wins in every category where the database has measurements. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 14,655 and Passmark multithread score of 30,659 indicate strong parallel workload performance. The 18 MB L3 cache and 136.5 GB/s memory bandwidth support data-heavy applications. The 14 cores give it a natural advantage in rendering, compilation, and scientific computing. The 4.70 GHz boost clock and 4,293 single-thread Passmark score show it can also handle lightly threaded tasks well.

The N250 has no recorded benchmark wins. Its strengths are structural rather than measured. The 6 W TDP makes it suitable for fanless or passively cooled designs. The 10 nm process is older, but the low power draw and 3.80 GHz boost clock could serve basic tasks like document editing or lightweight web browsing. The 38.4 GB/s bandwidth and 6 MB L3 are sufficient for simple workloads. The database does not contain scores to confirm these uses, so any such claim remains inference from the specifications.

The Arc G3 EXTREME also holds the advantage in integration. Its Arc B390 graphics are a newer generation than the N250's UHD Graphics 730, and the dual-channel memory bus provides more headroom for graphics workloads. The N250's Gen 3 PCIe with 9 lanes offers more total lanes, but the Gen 5 interface on the Arc G3 EXTREME provides higher per-lane bandwidth. For most users, the Arc G3 EXTREME is the clear choice based on the recorded data.