Intel Arc G3 vs Intel Core 7 360 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Arc G3 has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, while the Intel Core 7 360 has a full set of measurements. The Core 7 360 achieves an average benchmark score of 18,374, placing it at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs tracked by the database. That percentile ranking indicates the Core 7 360 sits above the midpoint of the performance distribution, a position reinforced by its nearest rivals. The Intel Core i3-13100 posts an average score of 18,380, a delta of 0 percent, making the two effectively identical in aggregate performance. The Intel Core 5 330 trails by 0.2 percent with 18,345, the Intel Core i3-14100 follows at 18,318 with a 0.3 percent delta, and the Intel Core 3 305 rounds out the group at 18,302, 0.4 percent behind.

Because the Arc G3 lacks any benchmark entries, the direct head-to-head comparison is one-sided. The Core 7 360 delivers concrete results across Cinebench and Passmark workloads, whereas the Arc G3 offers no measured scores for the database to aggregate. The Arc G3 holds a 50th percentile ranking against all CPUs, but that percentile is derived without any benchmark data, so it reflects the position of an unmeasured part rather than a tested one.

The Core 7 360 shows its strongest absolute scores in Cinebench R23, with a multicore result of 13,634 and a single-core result of 1,924. In Cinebench R20 the multicore score drops to 5,726 and the single-core score to 808. Cinebench R15 produces 1,374 multicore and 193 single-core. These three generations of Cinebench show a consistent pattern: the single-core scores scale down smoothly across R15, R20, and R23, while the multicore scores jump substantially at each step, reflecting the heavier threading demands of the newer tests.

Passmark results for the Core 7 360 are equally detailed. Data compression reaches 142,877, while data encryption posts 11,164. Extended instructions score 12,390, and prime number finding is the weakest result at 120. Floating point math hits 44,963, integer math 34,238, and multithread 15,544. Physics scores 1,213, random string sorting 17,636, and single-thread performance is recorded at 4,274 in both the passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread entries.

The gap between the Core 7 360 and its nearest rivals is narrow in every case, with deltas of 0 to 0.4 percent. None of the four nearest competitors is more than 79 points away in average score. The Core i3-13100 is the closest at 18,380, only 6 points above the Core 7 360. This clustering suggests the Core 7 360 occupies a densely populated performance tier where small score differences separate adjacent parts.

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge sharply in core topology. The Intel Arc G3 uses 14 cores and 14 threads, meaning every core is a single-threaded physical core with no hyperthreading. The Intel Core 7 360 uses 6 cores and 6 threads, also without hyperthreading. The Arc G3 therefore offers more than twice the core count of the Core 7 360, a structural advantage that would normally favor heavily parallel workloads, though no benchmark data exists to confirm how that advantage translates into measured performance.

Both chips are built on a 3 nm process node at Intel's foundry, so the manufacturing technology is identical. The codenames differ: the Arc G3 is Panther Lake, while the Core 7 360 is Wildcat Lake. The generation fields also differ, with the Arc G3 listed as Arc G3 (Panther Lake) and the Core 7 360 as Core 5 (Wildcat Lake).

Cache organization follows the same per-core structure on both parts. Each has 192 KB of L1 cache per core and 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core. The shared L3 cache is where they separate: the Arc G3 carries 18 MB shared, while the Core 7 360 carries 6 MB shared. That 12 MB difference in L3 capacity is substantial and aligns with the Arc G3's larger core count, since more cores typically demand more shared cache for coherent data exchange.

Memory support marks another clear architectural split. The Arc G3 supports LPDDR5X only, configured as dual-channel, with a memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. The Core 7 360 supports both DDR5 and LPDDR5X, but only in a single-channel configuration, delivering 59.7 GB/s. The Arc G3 more than doubles the Core 7 360's memory bandwidth, a difference that matters for memory-bound workloads such as compression, encryption, and large dataset manipulation.

PCI Express connectivity differs as well. The Arc G3 provides Gen 5 with 4 lanes, CPU only. The Core 7 360 provides Gen 4 with 6 lanes, CPU only. The Arc G3 uses the newer PCIe generation but fewer lanes, while the Core 7 360 uses the older generation with more lanes. Each configuration suits different expansion needs, though for CPU-only lane usage the practical impact depends on the connected devices.

Integrated graphics also separate the two. The Arc G3 integrates Arc B370 graphics, while the Core 7 360 integrates Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. Neither part supports ECC memory, and both have locked multipliers, so overclocking is not available on either.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 7 360 wins in every category where measured data exists, since the Arc G3 has no benchmark scores recorded. The Core 7 360's 72nd percentile ranking and average score of 18,374 give it a concrete performance profile, while the Arc G3's 50th percentile is an unmeasured placeholder.

For single-threaded performance, the Core 7 360 records 4,274 in Passmark single-thread tests and 1,924 in Cinebench R23 single-core. Its boost clock of 4.80 GHz is the highest clock speed among the two parts, with the Arc G3 boosting to 4.60 GHz. The 200 MHz boost advantage supports the Core 7 360's single-thread results, though the Arc G3's 1.90 GHz base clock is higher than the Core 7 360's 1.50 GHz base.

For multi-threaded workloads, the Arc G3's 14 cores versus 6 cores suggests an advantage in parallel scaling, but no measurements confirm this. The Core 7 360 still posts a Passmark multithread score of 15,544 and a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13,634, both respectable figures for a 6-core mobile part. The Arc G3's larger L3 cache, 18 MB versus 6 MB, and higher memory bandwidth, 136.5 GB/s versus 59.7 GB/s, point toward better performance in cache-sensitive and memory-bound tasks, but the database contains no numbers to verify that expectation.

The Core 7 360's TDP of 15 watts is lower than the Arc G3's 25 watts. For thermally constrained mobile designs, the Core 7 360 offers a lower power envelope, which can translate into thinner chassis designs and longer battery life. The Arc G3's higher 25 watt TDP suggests a more power-hungry part that may require beefier cooling, but it also implies headroom for sustained performance under load.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in several key specification fields. Core count: 14 on the Arc G3 versus 6 on the Core 7 360. Thread count: 14 versus 6. Base clock: 1.90 GHz on the Arc G3 versus 1.50 GHz on the Core 7 360. Boost clock: 4.60 GHz versus 4.80 GHz. TDP: 25 watts versus 15 watts. Socket: Intel BGA 2540 on the Arc G3 versus Intel BGA 1516 on the Core 7 360, meaning the two are not socket-compatible.

Codename and generation differ as noted: Panther Lake versus Wildcat Lake. L3 cache: 18 MB shared on the Arc G3 versus 6 MB shared on the Core 7 360. Memory support: LPDDR5X only versus DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Memory bus: dual-channel versus single-channel. Memory bandwidth: 136.5 GB/s versus 59.7 GB/s. PCIe: Gen 5 with 4 lanes versus Gen 4 with 6 lanes. Integrated graphics: Arc B370 versus Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores.

Release dates differ by roughly six weeks. The Core 7 360 launched on April 15, 2026, while the Arc G3 launched on May 27, 2026. The Core 7 360 has a launch MSRP of $426, while the Arc G3 has no launch MSRP recorded in the database. Part numbers also differ: SA4QZ for the Arc G3 and SAE3E for the Core 7 360.

Fields that match include process node at 3 nm, foundry at Intel, L1 cache at 192 KB per core, L2 cache at 2.5 MB per core, ECC support absent on both, multiplier unlocked false on both, and market segment mobile on both.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Arc G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads, while the Intel Core 7 360 has 6 cores and 6 threads. Neither part uses hyperthreading.

Q: What is the performance percentile of each processor?

A: The Intel Core 7 360 sits at the 72nd percentile among all CPUs with an average benchmark score of 18,374. The Intel Arc G3 sits at the 50th percentile but has no recorded benchmark scores in the database.

Q: How does the Core 7 360 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Core 7 360's average score of 18,374 is within 0.4 percent of all four nearest rivals. The Intel Core i3-13100 leads at 18,380 with a 0 percent delta, followed by the Intel Core 5 330 at 18,345 with a 0.2 percent delta, the Intel Core i3-14100 at 18,318 with a 0.3 percent delta, and the Intel Core 3 305 at 18,302 with a 0.4 percent delta.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth of each processor?

A: The Intel Arc G3 supports dual-channel LPDDR5X with 136.5 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Intel Core 7 360 supports single-channel DDR5 and LPDDR5X with 59.7 GB/s.

Q: What integrated graphics do the two processors use?

A: The Intel Arc G3 integrates Arc B370 graphics. The Intel Core 7 360 integrates Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Core 7 360?

A: The Intel Core 7 360 has a launch MSRP of $426. The Intel Arc G3 has no launch MSRP recorded in the database.