Intel Arc G3 vs Intel Core i5-14450HX Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data for the Intel Core i5-14450HX provides a comprehensive set of benchmark scores, while the Intel Arc G3 shows no recorded benchmark entries in the database. This asymmetry means a direct comparative analysis of measured performance is impossible for the G3. The analysis must therefore focus on what the data reveals about the i5-14450HX, its recorded performance, and how its specifications position it relative to the G3.

For the Intel Core i5-14450HX, the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20108 and single-core score of 2838 indicate strong multi-threaded and respectable single-threaded performance. The Cinebench R20 results show a multicore score of 8445 and a single-core score of 1191, while Cinebench R15 records a multicore score of 2026 and a single-core score of 285. These successive Cinebench versions confirm a consistent performance profile across different rendering workloads.

PassMark results for the i5-14450HX show a multithread score of 23680 and a single-thread score of 3643. The data compression test records a score of 278538, while data encryption records 15574. Extended instructions score 17207, find prime numbers scores 98, floating-point math scores 58037, integer math scores 78330, physics scores 1475, and random string sorting scores 29565. These varied workloads demonstrate balanced performance across compression, encryption, mathematical operations, and sorting tasks.

The i5-14450HX achieves an average benchmark score of 32040 and sits at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals provide context: the Intel Core i7-13705H scores 32076, a delta of -0.1 percent relative to the i5-14450HX. The Intel Core i5-14400 scores 32115, a delta of -0.2 percent. The Intel Core i7-12800H scores 32121, a delta of -0.3 percent. The Intel Core i9-11900 scores 32226, a delta of -0.6 percent. This means the i5-14450HX sits within one percent of these four competitors, all of which score slightly higher on average, but the differences are negligible in practical terms.

The Intel Arc G3 has no benchmarks recorded, no wins attributed, and no nearest rivals listed. Its percentile vs all CPUs is 50, which is the median value, but this is a default position without any measured data to support it. The average benchmark score for the G3 is 0, confirming the absence of any recorded tests. Consequently, the head-to-head comparison cannot produce a single numeric win for either processor based on measured performance.

The Verdict

The data shows a clear distinction: the Intel Core i5-14450HX has extensive benchmark coverage and a recorded performance profile, while the Intel Arc G3 has none. For any user seeking a processor with verifiable performance in the database, the i5-14450HX is the only option with evidence. The i5-14450HX delivers a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20108, a single-core score of 2838, and an average benchmark score of 32040, placing it at the 82nd percentile. Its nearest rivals, all scoring between 32076 and 32226, confirm that the i5-14450HX performs within a tight band of comparable mobile and desktop chips.

The Intel Arc G3, despite its Panther Lake architecture and 14 cores, presents no measured outcomes. The percentile of 50 is an unverified placeholder, not a result of testing. The verdict from the recorded data is that the i5-14450HX is the only processor with proven benchmark results, making it the defensible choice for anyone relying on database evidence. The G3's specifications exist, but without scores, no performance claim can be made.

For users who prioritize multitasking and threaded workloads, the i5-14450HX's 16 threads and Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20108 indicate strong parallel capability. For single-threaded responsiveness, the single-core scores across Cinebench and PassMark, including 3643 in PassMark single-thread, show solid performance. The G3, with 14 threads and no scores, cannot be evaluated on the same basis.

Where Each One Wins

Based strictly on the recorded data, the Intel Core i5-14450HX wins in every measurable category because it has measurements. It wins in multi-core rendering, evidenced by the Cinebench R20 multicore score of 8445 and Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20108. It wins in single-core tasks, with Cinebench R23 single-core at 2838 and PassMark single-thread at 3643. It wins in specialized workloads such as data compression at 278538, data encryption at 15574, and integer math at 78330. The i5-14450HX also wins in floating-point math at 58037, physics at 1475, and random string sorting at 29565.

The Intel Arc G3 has no wins recorded in the database. Its winsA field is 0, and its benchmarks array is empty. Therefore, the G3 cannot claim superiority in any tested workload, because no test results exist for it. The i5-14450HX's winsB field is 0 as well, but that is because the head-to-head benchmarks array is empty, not because the G3 outperformed it. The absence of head-to-head tests means no direct comparison was recorded, but the i5-14450HX's standalone scores provide all available performance evidence.

Use-case split: for rendering, video encoding, software compilation, or any multi-threaded application, the i5-14450HX's 16 threads and Cinebench R23 multicore score of 20108 make it the data-supported option. For single-threaded tasks like web browsing, office applications, or legacy software, the i5-14450HX's single-core scores again lead. For the G3, no use case can be validated from the database, as no scores exist to support any workload claim.

FAQ

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

A: No. The database shows an empty benchmarks array for the Intel Arc G3, an average benchmark score of 0, and no wins in head-to-head comparisons.

Q: What is the average benchmark score for the Intel Core i5-14450HX?

A: The recorded average benchmark score for the Intel Core i5-14450HX is 32040, placing it at the 82nd percentile among all CPUs.

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-14450HX compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The nearest rivals are the Intel Core i7-13705H with a delta of -0.1 percent, the Intel Core i5-14400 with -0.2 percent, the Intel Core i7-12800H with -0.3 percent, and the Intel Core i9-11900 with -0.6 percent. All four score slightly higher on average, but the differences are under one percent.

Q: What are the core and thread counts for each processor?

A: The Intel Arc G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads. The Intel Core i5-14450HX has 10 cores and 16 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core i5-14450HX has a boost clock of 4.80 GHz, while the Intel Arc G3 has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The Intel Arc G3 uses a 3 nm process node, while the Intel Core i5-14450HX uses a 10 nm process node.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Arc G3 is built on the Panther Lake codename and belongs to the Arc G3 generation. It uses a 3 nm process node fabricated by Intel. The Intel Core i5-14450HX is built on the Raptor Lake-HX codename, specifically the Raptor Lake-HX Refresh architecture, and uses a 10 nm process node, also fabricated by Intel. The die size for the i5-14450HX is 257 mm², while the G3 has no recorded die size.

The G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads, indicating a lack of hyper-threading for its core count. The i5-14450HX has 10 cores and 16 threads, meaning it uses hyper-threading to exceed its physical core count. The G3's cache structure includes 192 KB of L1 per core, 2.5 MB of L2 per core, and 18 MB of shared L3. The i5-14450HX has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 20 MB of shared L3. The i5-14450HX has a larger total L3 cache at 20 MB compared to the G3's 18 MB.

The G3 supports LPDDR5X memory, while the i5-14450HX supports DDR4 and DDR5. The G3 has a recorded memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s, while the i5-14450HX has no recorded memory bandwidth. Both use a dual-channel memory bus. The G3 does not support ECC memory, while the i5-14450HX does support ECC memory.

The integrated graphics differ significantly: the G3 uses Arc B370 graphics, while the i5-14450HX uses UHD Graphics 710. The G3's PCIe configuration is Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only), while the i5-14450HX uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The G3 has an unlocked multiplier set to false, meaning it is not unlocked, while the i5-14450HX has an unlocked multiplier set to true, meaning it is unlocked for overclocking.

Specification Differences

The Intel Arc G3 and Intel Core i5-14450HX differ in several key specifications. The G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads, while the i5-14450HX has 10 cores and 16 threads. The base clock for the G3 is 1.90 GHz, while the i5-14450HX has a base clock of 2.40 GHz. The boost clock for the G3 is 4.60 GHz, while the i5-14450HX reaches 4.80 GHz.

The thermal design power (TDP) differs: the G3 is rated at 25 watts, while the i5-14450HX is rated at 55 watts. The socket differs as well: the G3 uses Intel BGA 2540, while the i5-14450HX uses Intel BGA 1964. The release dates differ: the G3 was released on 2026-05-27, while the i5-14450HX was released on 2024-01-07.

The process node differs: the G3 uses 3 nm, while the i5-14450HX uses 10 nm. The i5-14450HX has a recorded die size of 257 mm², while the G3 has no die size recorded. The cache sizes differ: the G3 has 192 KB L1 per core, 2.5 MB L2 per core, and 18 MB shared L3, while the i5-14450HX has 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 20 MB shared L3.

Memory support differs: the G3 supports only LPDDR5X, while the i5-14450HX supports DDR4 and DDR5. The G3 has a recorded memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s, while the i5-14450HX has no such record. ECC memory support differs: the G3 does not support ECC, while the i5-14450HX does. The PCIe lanes differ: the G3 has Gen 5 with 4 lanes, while the i5-14450HX has Gen 5 with 16 lanes.

The integrated graphics differ: the G3 features Arc B370, while the i5-14450HX features UHD Graphics 710. The multiplier unlock status differs: the G3 is locked, while the i5-14450HX is unlocked. The part numbers differ: the G3 is SA4QZ, while the i5-14450HX is SRMXK. The market segment is mobile for both, and both are active in production.