Intel Arc G3 vs Intel Core 5 120 Comparison
Intel Arc G3
Core 5 120
PERFORMANCE BENCHMARKS
Analysis: Intel Arc G3 vs Intel Core 5 120
The Verdict
The database comparison between the Intel Arc G3 and the Intel Core 5 120 is defined by two distinct market positions. The Intel Core 5 120 is a desktop processor with a recorded benchmark suite, while the Intel Arc G3 has no benchmark scores in the database. As such, the Core 5 120 is the only part with measurable performance data. Its average benchmark score is 25362, placing it in the 77th percentile of all CPUs. The Arc G3 sits in the 50th percentile with an average score of zero, meaning no recorded measurements exist for it. For any workload where performance is required, the Core 5 120 is the only option with verified results. The Arc G3, with its 14 cores and 14 threads, offers a higher core count but no data to substantiate its capabilities. The Core 5 120, with 6 cores and 12 threads, delivers a 77th percentile standing, which indicates strong multi-threaded and single-threaded performance relative to the broader database. The Arc G3 targets the mobile segment with a 25 TDP and a 3 nm process node, while the Core 5 120 is a 65 TDP desktop part on a 10 nm node. The Core 5 120 is the clear pick for any user needing measured performance; the Arc G3 remains an unverified option.
FAQ
Q: Which processor has a higher core count?
A: The Intel Arc G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads, while the Intel Core 5 120 has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Arc G3 offers more physical cores but lacks benchmark data.
Q: How does the Intel Core 5 120 compare to its nearest rivals?
A: The Core 5 120's average benchmark score is 25362. Its nearest rivals include the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D with a score of 25365 (a 0 percent delta), the Intel Core i7-11700KF with 25423 (a -0.2 percent delta), the Intel Core i5-13400F with 25292 (a 0.3 percent delta), and the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U with 25432 (a -0.3 percent delta). These deltas are essentially negligible, placing the Core 5 120 in a tight performance band.
Q: What memory types does each processor support?
A: The Intel Arc G3 supports LPDDR5X memory with a dual-channel bus and a memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. The Intel Core 5 120 supports both DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus; its memory bandwidth is not recorded in the database.
Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?
A: The Intel Arc G3 has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, while the Intel Core 5 120 has a boost clock of 4.50 GHz. The difference is 0.10 GHz in favor of the Arc G3.
Q: What is the process node for each processor?
A: The Intel Arc G3 uses a 3 nm process node, while the Intel Core 5 120 uses a 10 nm process node. The Arc G3 is fabricated on a more advanced node.
Q: Does the Intel Core 5 120 have a launch MSRP?
A: Yes, the Intel Core 5 120 has a launch MSRP of $211. The Intel Arc G3 has no recorded launch MSRP.
Architecture Differences
The Intel Arc G3 and the Intel Core 5 120 come from different architectural lineages. The Arc G3 is based on the Panther Lake codename and belongs to the Arc G3 generation, also labeled Panther Lake. The Core 5 120 is built on the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-R codename, and belongs to the Core 5 generation described as Raptor Lake Refresh. The process nodes differ substantially: the Arc G3 uses a 3 nm node, while the Core 5 120 uses a 10 nm node. Both are manufactured by Intel. The Arc G3 has no recorded die size, whereas the Core 5 120 has a die size of 163 mm². The cache hierarchies are distinct in their per-core allocations. The Arc G3 has 192 KB of L1 cache per core and 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core. The Core 5 120 has 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core. Both processors share 18 MB of L3 cache. The memory support differs: the Arc G3 uses LPDDR5X, while the Core 5 120 supports both DDR4 and DDR5. The PCIe configurations are also different: the Arc G3 has Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only), while the Core 5 120 has Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). Each integrates a different graphics solution: the Arc G3 includes Arc B370 graphics, while the Core 5 120 includes UHD Graphics 730. The market segments are distinct, with the Arc G3 being a mobile processor and the Core 5 120 being a desktop processor.
Specification Differences
The recorded specifications reveal several differences between the two processors. The core count differs: the Arc G3 has 14 cores, the Core 5 120 has 6 cores. Thread counts are 14 for the Arc G3 and 12 for the Core 5 120. The base clocks are 1.90 GHz for the Arc G3 and 2.50 GHz for the Core 5 120. Boost clocks are 4.60 GHz for the Arc G3 and 4.50 GHz for the Core 5 120. The TDP values are 25 for the Arc G3 and 65 for the Core 5 120. Sockets are Intel BGA 2540 for the Arc G3 and Intel Socket 1700 for the Core 5 120. The process nodes are 3 nm and 10 nm, respectively. The die sizes are not recorded for the Arc G3, but the Core 5 120 has a die size of 163 mm². L1 cache per core is 192 KB for the Arc G3 and 80 KB for the Core 5 120. L2 cache per core is 2.5 MB for the Arc G3 and 1.25 MB for the Core 5 120. L3 cache is 18 MB for both. Memory support differs as noted, with the Arc G3 supporting LPDDR5X and the Core 5 120 supporting DDR4 and DDR5. Memory bandwidth is recorded as 136.5 GB/s for the Arc G3, while no bandwidth is recorded for the Core 5 120. PCIe lanes differ: 4 lanes for the Arc G3 versus 16 lanes for the Core 5 120. Integrated graphics are Arc B370 for the Arc G3 and UHD Graphics 730 for the Core 5 120. The market segments are mobile for the Arc G3 and desktop for the Core 5 120. Release dates are 2026-05-27 for the Arc G3 and 2025-07-30 for the Core 5 120. The Core 5 120 has a launch MSRP of $211; the Arc G3 has none. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The part numbers are SA4QZ for the Arc G3 and SA35V for the Core 5 120.
Head-to-Head Benchmarks
The database contains benchmark results only for the Intel Core 5 120. The Intel Arc G3 has no recorded benchmark scores, so no direct comparison of measured performance is possible. The Core 5 120's benchmark suite covers Cinebench and Passmark tests. In Cinebench R15, the Core 5 120 scores 1840 in multi-core and 259 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 7667 in multi-core and 1082 in single-core. In Cinebench R23, it scores 18255 in multi-core and 2577 in single-core. Passmark results include data compression at 219535, data encryption at 11131, extended instructions at 14264, find prime numbers at 77, floating point math at 45383, integer math at 60462, multithread at 18597, physics at 1333, random string sorting at 21499, and single-thread at 3595. The single-thread test appears twice in the data with the same score of 3595. The Core 5 120's average benchmark score is 25362. Its percentile versus all CPUs is 77. The nearest rivals show a tight grouping: the AMD Ryzen 5 5600X3D scores 25365 with a 0 percent delta, the Intel Core i7-11700KF scores 25423 with a -0.2 percent delta, the Intel Core i5-13400F scores 25292 with a 0.3 percent delta, and the AMD Ryzen 7 7840U scores 25432 with a -0.3 percent delta. These deltas are within a fraction of a percent, indicating the Core 5 120 performs essentially at parity with all four rivals. The Arc G3 has zero benchmark scores and an average benchmark score of zero, so its performance cannot be assessed. The data confirms that the Core 5 120 is a competitive desktop processor in its class, while the Arc G3 lacks any measurable performance metrics in the database.