Intel Arc G3 vs Intel Core i9-14900 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core i9-14900 is the only processor in this comparison with recorded benchmark data. The Intel Arc G3 has no benchmark entries in the database, so every head-to-head comparison relies entirely on the i9-14900's measured performance against its nearest rivals.

The i9-14900 posts an average benchmark score of 58115, placing it at the 92nd percentile among all CPUs. Its nearest competitors in the database are all within a narrow band. The Intel Xeon Platinum 8260M scores 58323, which is 0.4% higher. The AMD Ryzen 7 9850X3D scores 58386, 0.5% higher. The Intel Xeon w5-2545 scores 58504, 0.7% higher. The AMD EPYC 9015 scores 57555, which is 1% lower. The spread from the lowest to the highest of these four rivals is only about 1.7%, indicating the i9-14900 sits in a tightly contested performance tier.

Looking at the multi-core workloads, the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 31070 shows strong scaling across the 24 cores and 32 threads. The Cinebench R20 multicore result of 15910 and Cinebench R15 multicore result of 4793 follow the same pattern. In single-core tests, the Cinebench R23 single-core score of 2212, R20 single-core of 2245, and R15 single-core of 315 all reflect the 5.80 GHz boost clock.

The Geekbench results show a multicore score of 18495 and a single-core score of 2488. The Passmark suite provides additional detail. The multithread score is 44578, with integer math at 175010 and floating-point math at 120262. Data compression reaches 550271, while data encryption hits 33540. Extended instructions score 30624, and random string sorting reaches 61060. The physics test scores 2486, and the single-thread test scores 4323 (listed twice in the database as both passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread, with identical values).

The Arc G3 has no recorded scores, no average benchmark score, and no nearest rivals. The database shows zero wins for either processor in head-to-head testing, which simply reflects the absence of paired measurements. The percentile placement for the Arc G3 is 50, compared to the i9-14900's 92, but without actual benchmark runs for the Arc G3, that percentile cannot be tied to measured performance data.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from entirely different design lineages. The Intel Arc G3 uses the Panther Lake codename with a 3 nm process node, fabricated by Intel. The Intel Core i9-14900 uses the Raptor Lake-R codename with a 10 nm process node, also fabricated by Intel. The process node difference is substantial: 3 nm versus 10 nm suggests a much denser transistor layout for the newer part, though the database does not list transistor counts for either chip.

Core configurations diverge sharply. The Arc G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads, meaning no hyperthreading. The i9-14900 has 24 cores and 32 threads, indicating 8 hyperthreaded cores in addition to 16 physical cores. The i9-14900's thread advantage is 18 threads over the Arc G3.

Cache hierarchies follow different design philosophies. The Arc G3 has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The i9-14900 has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3 cache. The Arc G3's per-core L1 and L2 allocations are larger, but the i9-14900 doubles the shared L3 capacity. The i9-14900 also lists a die size of 257 mm², while the Arc G3 has no die size entry.

Memory support differs completely. The Arc G3 uses LPDDR5X with a dual-channel bus and a listed memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s. The i9-14900 supports both DDR4 and DDR5, also on a dual-channel bus, but the database does not list a memory bandwidth figure for it. ECC memory is supported on the i9-14900 but not on the Arc G3.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The Arc G3 offers Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only). The i9-14900 offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), quadruple the lane count.

Integrated graphics differ: the Arc G3 includes Arc B370 graphics, while the i9-14900 includes UHD Graphics 770. The Arc G3 targets the mobile market segment, while the i9-14900 is a desktop part. The Arc G3 uses the Intel BGA 2540 socket, and the i9-14900 uses Intel Socket 1700.

The launch dates are distinct: the Arc G3 released on 2026-05-27, and the i9-14900 released on 2024-01-07. Both are listed as active production parts. The i9-14900 carries a launch MSRP of $549. The Arc G3 has no launch MSRP listed.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear split by workload type. The i9-14900 is the only processor here with measured performance, and its 92nd percentile ranking among all CPUs places it in the upper tier of the database. Its 24 cores, 32 threads, and 36 MB of L3 cache align with heavy multi-threaded workloads. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 31070, Passmark multithread score of 44578, and integer math score of 175010 all point to sustained throughput capability.

The Arc G3, by contrast, has no benchmark data at all. Its 50th percentile ranking is the only placement signal, and it should be treated as an unverified position rather than a measured outcome. The 3 nm process node and 136.5 GB/s memory bandwidth indicate a modern mobile design, but the database provides no performance evidence to support any comparative claim.

For users selecting a desktop processor for measured multi-threaded performance, the i9-14900 is the only option in this comparison with recorded results. Its nearest rivals are all within 1% of its average score, meaning it competes at parity with those parts. For users needing a mobile processor with a 3 nm node, LPDDR5X memory support, and integrated Arc B370 graphics, the Arc G3 is the only option, but its performance profile remains undefined in the database.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Arc G3 | Intel Core i9-14900 |

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

| Cores | 14 | 24 |

| Threads | 14 | 32 |

| Base clock | 1.90 GHz | 2.00 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.60 GHz | 5.80 GHz |

| TDP | 25 W | 65 W |

| Socket | Intel BGA 2540 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Panther Lake | Raptor Lake-R |

| Process node | 3 nm | 10 nm |

| Die size | Not listed | 257 mm² |

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

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

| L3 cache | 18 MB (shared) | 36 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | LPDDR5X | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory bandwidth | 136.5 GB/s | Not listed |

| ECC memory | No | Yes |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 4 lanes | Gen 5, 16 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | Arc B370 | UHD Graphics 770 |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release date | 2026-05-27 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | Not listed | $549 |

| Unlocked multiplier | No | No |

| Part number | SA4QZ | SRN3V |

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core i9-14900 has 24 cores and 32 threads. The Intel Arc G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads.

Q: How do the boost clocks compare?

A: The i9-14900 boosts to 5.80 GHz, while the Arc G3 boosts to 4.60 GHz. The base clocks are 2.00 GHz and 1.90 GHz, respectively.

Q: What is the process node difference?

A: The Arc G3 is built on a 3 nm process, and the i9-14900 is built on a 10 nm process. Both are fabricated by Intel.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The i9-14900 supports ECC memory, while the Arc G3 does not.

Q: What are the market segments for these processors?

A: The Arc G3 targets the mobile segment, and the i9-14900 targets the desktop segment.

Q: What integrated graphics does each processor include?

A: The Arc G3 includes Arc B370 graphics, and the i9-14900 includes UHD Graphics 770.

Where Each One Wins

The i9-14900 wins on measured multi-threaded performance. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 31070 and Passmark multithread score of 44578 provide concrete evidence of throughput capability. The 32 threads, 36 MB of L3 cache, and 5.80 GHz boost clock support both parallel workloads and single-thread responsiveness. The ECC memory support adds a reliability feature absent from the Arc G3. The 16 PCIe Gen 5 lanes offer more expansion bandwidth than the Arc G3's 4 lanes. The 92nd percentile ranking confirms it sits high among all CPUs in the database.

The Arc G3 wins on power efficiency on paper. Its 25 W TDP is 40 W lower than the i9-14900's 65 W TDP. The 3 nm process node is two generations ahead of the i9-14900's 10 nm node in the database's listing. The per-core L1 cache of 192 KB and per-core L2 cache of 2.5 MB exceed the i9-14900's 80 KB and 2 MB allocations. The LPDDR5X memory support with 136.5 GB/s bandwidth gives it a defined memory bandwidth figure, which the i9-14900 lacks. The integrated Arc B370 graphics are a newer GPU generation than the UHD Graphics 770.

The data does not support any claim of benchmark superiority for the Arc G3, because no benchmark scores exist for it. The i9-14900's wins are all measured; the Arc G3's advantages are architectural and specification-based only. For mobile deployment with low power draw and a compact BGA socket, the Arc G3 has the relevant specifications. For desktop workloads where measured multi-threaded performance matters, the i9-14900 has the only recorded evidence.