Intel Arc G3 vs Intel Core 9 273PTE Comparison

The Verdict

The recorded data presents an unusual comparison: the Intel Arc G3 is a mobile processor with no benchmark scores in the database, while the Intel Core 9 273PTE is a desktop part with a full suite of measurements. The Arc G3 holds a 50th percentile ranking among all CPUs, but its average benchmark score is zero because no tests have been recorded for it. The Core 9 273PTE, by contrast, sits at the 82nd percentile with an average benchmark score of 31,143. Any user needing measured performance data must rely on the Core 9 273PTE, as the Arc G3 offers no empirical results to compare.

The Arc G3 belongs to the Panther Lake generation, uses a 3 nm process, and integrates Arc B370 graphics. It targets the mobile market with a 25 W TDP and a dual-channel LPDDR5X memory bus delivering 136.5 GB/s. The Core 9 273PTE belongs to the Bartlett Lake generation, uses a 10 nm process, and targets desktops with a 45 W TDP, DDR4 and DDR5 support, and 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth. The Core 9 273PTE also supports ECC memory and carries a launch MSRP of $549.

The data indicates that the Arc G3 is positioned for power-conscious mobile systems where integrated graphics and process efficiency matter more than raw compute throughput. The Core 9 273PTE is the only part in this pair with recorded benchmark scores, and those scores place it near several established desktop and mobile processors. The Arc G3 cannot be evaluated for performance from the database, so the Core 9 273PTE is the only defensible choice for any workload requiring verified multi-threaded or single-threaded results.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Arc G3 have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No. The database lists zero benchmarks for the Arc G3, and its average benchmark score is 0. The Core 9 273PTE has 17 recorded benchmark entries.

Q: How does the Core 9 273PTE compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Core 9 273PTE averages 31,143 points, which is 0.2% above the Intel Core i7-12700F (31,081) and 0.2% above the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS (31,074). It is 0.4% above the Intel Core i7-13700TE (31,028) and 0.5% below the Intel Core i7-12650HX (31,290).

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Core 9 273PTE supports ECC memory. The Arc G3 does not.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Arc G3 supports LPDDR5X across a dual-channel bus. The Core 9 273PTE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 across a dual-channel bus.

Q: What is the process node difference between the two?

A: The Arc G3 uses a 3 nm process, while the Core 9 273PTE uses a 10 nm process. Both are manufactured by Intel.

Q: Which processor has more PCIe lanes?

A: The Core 9 273PTE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the Arc G3 provides Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only).

Architecture Differences

The two processors diverge sharply in their fundamental architecture. The Arc G3 is built on the Panther Lake generation and uses a 3 nm process, the smaller node of the pair. The Core 9 273PTE belongs to the Bartlett Lake generation and uses a 10 nm process. Both parts are manufactured by Intel, but the process gap indicates different design goals: the Arc G3 prioritizes efficiency for mobile systems, while the Core 9 273PTE targets desktop performance.

Core and thread counts differ substantially. The Arc G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads, meaning it does not use simultaneous multithreading. The Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads, which indicates Hyper-Threading support. Despite having two fewer physical cores, the Core 9 273PTE can process twice as many threads, a significant advantage in heavily threaded workloads.

Cache hierarchies also differ. The Arc G3 allocates 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 9 273PTE allocates 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 9 273PTE has double the shared L3 capacity, which benefits workloads that repeatedly access large data sets. The Arc G3 has larger per-core L1 and L2 allocations, which can reduce latency for single-core tasks, though no benchmark data exists to confirm this effect.

Integrated graphics present another architectural split. The Arc G3 integrates an Arc B370 GPU, while the Core 9 273PTE integrates UHD Graphics 730. The Arc B370 represents a more capable graphics solution, consistent with the Arc G3's mobile positioning. The Core 9 273PTE's UHD Graphics 730 is a more basic integrated solution, appropriate for a desktop part that may pair with a discrete GPU.

Memory support reinforces the architectural divide. The Arc G3 uses LPDDR5X, a low-power memory standard suited to laptops, with a dual-channel bus and 136.5 GB/s of bandwidth. The Core 9 273PTE supports both DDR4 and DDR5, giving desktop builders flexibility, but its dual-channel bus delivers only 89.6 GB/s. The Arc G3's higher memory bandwidth could benefit integrated graphics workloads, though the Core 9 273PTE's ECC support targets reliability-sensitive environments.

PCIe connectivity differs as well. The Arc G3 provides Gen 5 with 4 lanes, while the Core 9 273PTE provides Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The additional lanes on the Core 9 273PTE support more expansion options, such as discrete GPUs and NVMe storage, while the Arc G3's limited lane count suits a compact mobile platform.

Specification Differences

The base clock rates separate the two parts. The Arc G3 runs at 1.90 GHz, while the Core 9 273PTE runs at 1.40 GHz. The boost clocks reverse this relationship: the Arc G3 boosts to 4.60 GHz, while the Core 9 273PTE boosts to 5.50 GHz. The Core 9 273PTE has a higher maximum clock, which supports its strong single-thread scores.

Thermal design power differs by 20 W. The Arc G3 has a 25 W TDP, while the Core 9 273PTE has a 45 W TDP. This aligns with their market segments: mobile versus desktop.

The socket assignments are incompatible. The Arc G3 uses Intel BGA 2540, a soldered mobile socket, while the Core 9 273PTE uses Intel Socket 1700, a desktop socket. The release dates also differ: the Arc G3 launched on May 27, 2026, while the Core 9 273PTE launched on March 8, 2026. Both parts remain in active production.

The Core 9 273PTE has a recorded launch MSRP of $549. The Arc G3 has no launch MSRP in the database. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier. The part numbers are SA4QZ for the Arc G3 and SA4QJ for the Core 9 273PTE.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Arc G3 has no recorded benchmark scores, so the head-to-head analysis relies entirely on the Core 9 273PTE's measured results. The Core 9 273PTE shows strength across both multi-threaded and single-threaded workloads.

In Cinebench R15, the Core 9 273PTE scores 2,060 in multi-core and 290 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 8,586 multi-core and 1,212 single-core. In Cinebench R23, it scores 20,445 multi-core and 2,886 single-core. These results show a consistent balance between parallel throughput and single-thread responsiveness.

PassMark tests provide additional detail. The Core 9 273PTE scores 258,704 in data compression, 14,253 in data encryption, 15,952 in extended instructions, 142 in prime number finding, 60,673 in floating point math, 82,411 in integer math, 24,054 in multithread, 1,917 in physics, 28,973 in random string sorting, and 3,433 in single-thread tests. The multithread score of 24,054 and single-thread score of 3,433 both exceed the Cinebench results in their respective categories, reflecting different workload characteristics.

The nearest rivals confirm the Core 9 273PTE's competitive position. It edges the Intel Core i7-12700F by 0.2% and the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS by 0.2%. It also leads the Intel Core i7-13700TE by 0.4%. The only rival ahead of it is the Intel Core i7-12650HX, which leads by 0.5%. These margins are narrow, placing the Core 9 273PTE in a tight cluster of high-performing processors.

The absence of Arc G3 scores means no direct comparison is possible. The Arc G3's 50th percentile ranking versus the Core 9 273PTE's 82nd percentile ranking suggests the Core 9 273PTE sits much higher in the overall performance distribution, but the Arc G3's zero-score status leaves that interpretation unverified. The Core 9 273PTE is the only processor in this pair with measurable performance, and its data indicates a well-rounded desktop part with competitive scores against several recent Intel and AMD offerings.