Intel Arc G3 vs Intel Core 7 150HL Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded database contains no head-to-head benchmark results for the Intel Arc G3 and Intel Core 7 150HL. Neither processor has any individual benchmark scores, average benchmark scores, or comparative win counts in the head-to-head table. The wins tally is zero for both parts, and the nearest rival lists are empty. This means no direct performance comparison can be drawn from measured data at this time. The percentile ranking for both CPUs is identical at 50, indicating both sit at the median of all processors tracked in the database. Without benchmark numbers, any quantitative performance delta between the two is unavailable. The data confirms only that both are active production parts, but their relative speed remains unquantified.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge sharply in their underlying designs. The Intel Arc G3 uses the Panther Lake architecture, manufactured on a 3 nm process node, with the codename Panther Lake. The Intel Core 7 150HL uses the Raptor Lake architecture, built on a 10 nm process node, with the codename Raptor Lake-PS. Intel fabricates both chips at its own foundry. The process node difference is substantial: 3 nm versus 10 nm indicates a generational leap in transistor density and efficiency for the Arc G3.

Core and thread counts also differ. The Arc G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads, meaning every core is a single-threaded physical core. The Core 7 150HL has 14 cores and 20 threads, implying a hybrid layout with performance and efficiency cores where some cores handle two threads. This gives the Core 7 150HL a 6-thread advantage in multi-threaded workloads.

Clock speeds favor the Core 7 150HL. Its base clock is 2.40 GHz and boost clock is 5.00 GHz, while the Arc G3 runs at 1.90 GHz base and 4.60 GHz boost. The Core 7 150HL holds a 0.50 GHz higher base clock and a 0.40 GHz higher boost clock.

Cache hierarchies are markedly different. The Arc G3 provides 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 7 150HL provides 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Arc G3 has more per-core L1 and L2 cache, while the Core 7 150HL has 6 MB more shared L3 cache. Total L3 cache figures are not listed for either processor.

Memory support differs by generation. The Arc G3 supports LPDDR5X memory on a dual-channel bus with a recorded bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. The Core 7 150HL supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory on a dual-channel bus, but no bandwidth figure is recorded. The Arc G3 has a fixed memory bandwidth specification, while the Core 7 150HL's bandwidth depends on the memory type installed.

PCI Express connectivity also differs. The Arc G3 provides PCIe Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only), while the Core 7 150HL provides PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). The Arc G3 uses the newer PCIe standard with fewer lanes, while the Core 7 150HL uses the older standard with double the lane count.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Arc G3 includes Arc B370 graphics, while the Core 7 150HL includes Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units. Neither processor supports ECC memory.

The socket and market segment are distinct. The Arc G3 uses Intel BGA 2540 and targets mobile devices. The Core 7 150HL uses Intel Socket 1700 and targets desktop systems. The Arc G3 has a thermal design power of 25 watts, while the Core 7 150HL has a thermal design power of 45 watts. The Core 7 150HL draws 20 watts more under load.

Release dates differ by over two years. The Arc G3 was released on 2026-05-27, while the Core 7 150HL was released on 2024-04-07. The production status for both is listed as Active.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 150HL has 20 threads, while the Intel Arc G3 has 14 threads. The Core 7 150HL offers 6 additional threads from the same 14-core count.

Q: What is the thermal design power difference?

A: The Intel Arc G3 has a thermal design power of 25 watts, while the Intel Core 7 150HL has a thermal design power of 45 watts. The Core 7 150HL consumes 20 watts more power.

Q: Which processor has a larger shared L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 7 150HL has 24 MB of shared L3 cache, while the Intel Arc G3 has 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 7 150HL has 6 MB more L3 cache.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Intel Arc G3 supports LPDDR5X memory only, with a recorded bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. The Intel Core 7 150HL supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory, but no bandwidth figure is recorded.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 7 150HL has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz, while the Intel Arc G3 has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Core 7 150HL boosts 0.40 GHz higher.

Q: What are the socket and market segment differences?

A: The Intel Arc G3 uses Intel BGA 2540 and is a mobile processor. The Intel Core 7 150HL uses Intel Socket 1700 and is a desktop processor.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Arc G3 | Intel Core 7 150HL |

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

| Architecture | Panther Lake | Raptor Lake |

| Codename | Panther Lake | Raptor Lake-PS |

| Process Node | 3 nm | 10 nm |

| Threads | 14 | 20 |

| Base Clock | 1.90 GHz | 2.40 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.60 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| Thermal Design Power | 25 W | 45 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 2540 | Intel Socket 1700 |

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

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

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

| Memory Support | LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

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

| PCI Express | Gen 5, 4 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | Arc B370 | Iris Xe Graphics 96EU |

| Market Segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release Date | 2026-05-27 | 2024-04-07 |

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Arc G3 wins in areas tied to its newer manufacturing process and mobile design. The 3 nm process node versus 10 nm indicates significantly higher transistor density and potential power efficiency. Its thermal design power of 25 watts is 20 watts lower than the Core 7 150HL, making it better suited for power-constrained mobile devices. The LPDDR5X memory support with a recorded bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s gives it a fixed, high-speed memory pathway. The PCIe Gen 5 interface, while limited to 4 lanes, offers the newer standard for faster per-lane bandwidth. The larger per-core L1 cache of 192 KB and per-core L2 cache of 2.5 MB provide more immediate data storage for each core. Its release date of 2026-05-27 makes it the more recent design.

The Intel Core 7 150HL wins in raw clock speed and multi-threading capability. The 5.00 GHz boost clock is 0.40 GHz higher than the Arc G3's 4.60 GHz. The 20 threads versus 14 threads give it a 6-thread advantage for parallel workloads. The 24 MB of shared L3 cache is 6 MB larger than the Arc G3's 18 MB. The dual memory support for DDR4 and DDR5 offers flexibility in memory selection, though no bandwidth is recorded. The PCIe Gen 4 interface with 8 lanes provides double the lane count for connectivity. Its desktop segment positioning with Intel Socket 1700 suggests a traditional desktop form factor. The 45 watt thermal design power indicates a higher power envelope for sustained performance.

The Verdict

The data shows two processors designed for different purposes with no overlapping benchmark results. The Intel Arc G3 is a mobile processor built on a newer 3 nm process with a 25 watt thermal design power, LPDDR5X memory, PCIe Gen 5, and Arc B370 integrated graphics. The Intel Core 7 150HL is a desktop processor on a 10 nm process with a 45 watt thermal design power, DDR4/DDR5 memory, PCIe Gen 4, and Iris Xe Graphics 96EU.

For mobile applications where power efficiency and compact design matter, the Arc G3's lower thermal design power and newer process node make it the logical choice based on the recorded specifications. Its 136.5 GB/s memory bandwidth is a concrete advantage for memory-heavy mobile workloads. For desktop systems where clock speed and multi-threading are priorities, the Core 7 150HL's higher base and boost clocks, 6 additional threads, and larger shared L3 cache point to stronger peak performance. The 5.00 GHz boost clock is the highest clock speed recorded between the two.

The percentile rankings are identical at 50 for both processors, which indicates no measured performance edge in the database. The empty benchmark tables and empty nearest rival lists mean the database currently holds no evidence of one outperforming the other. Selection between the two should be guided by the specification differences: the Arc G3 for mobile, power-sensitive builds, and the Core 7 150HL for desktop, throughput-oriented systems. The release date gap, with the Arc G3 arriving on 2026-05-27 versus the Core 7 150HL on 2024-04-07, also positions the Arc G3 as the newer platform. Without benchmark scores, the verdict rests on architectural and specification advantages rather than measured performance.