Intel Arc G3 vs Intel Core Ultra 7 265 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data for the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 is extensive, covering 17 benchmark tests. The Intel Arc G3 has no benchmark entries in the database, which means all comparisons in this analysis are based on the Ultra 7 265's absolute performance and its position among the CPUs tracked in the database.

The Core Ultra 7 265 delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 42,216 points and a single-core score of 5,960 points. These results place the processor at the 93rd percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 64,640. The closest rival in the database is the AMD EPYC 4464P, which scores 64,823, putting it 0.3% ahead of the Ultra 7 265. Conversely, the Intel Core Ultra 7 265F trails by just 0.3% with a score of 64,438, while the AMD EPYC 7343 sits 0.7% behind at 64,202, and the AMD EPYC 9124 leads by 0.7% at 65,104.

Looking at specific workloads, data compression performance reaches 522,983 in PassMark's compression test. Data encryption completes with a score of 40,456, while extended instruction handling scores 41,478. Prime number computation, a heavily single-threaded integer task, records 418. Floating point math achieves 172,776, and integer math reaches 134,773. The PassMark multi-thread score is 49,682, with physics simulation at 2,923. Random string sorting produces 63,833, and single-thread performance is measured at 4,689 in both PassMark single-thread tests.

In Cinebench R15, the multi-core score is 4,255 and single-core is 600. Cinebench R20 results show 6,268 for multi-core and 884 for single-core. The progression from R15 to R23 demonstrates scaling: multi-core performance rises from 4,255 to 6,268 to 42,216 across the three Cinebench versions, while single-core goes from 600 to 884 to 5,960.

Since the Arc G3 has no recorded scores, the head-to-head comparison is strictly one-sided. The database shows zero benchmark wins for the Arc G3 and 17 wins for the Core Ultra 7 265 across all recorded tests.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 wins every measured category in the database. The strongest relative performances appear in multi-threaded rendering workloads. Cinebench R23 multi-core at 42,216 shows the processor's ability to sustain heavy parallel loads, and PassMark multi-thread at 49,682 confirms this pattern. Data compression at 522,983 is the single highest raw score in the entire benchmark suite, indicating strong memory subsystem and cache utilization for data-dense tasks.

The single-thread results are equally decisive. Cinebench R23 single-core at 5,960 and PassMark single-thread at 4,689 place the processor well above typical desktop CPUs in the 93rd percentile. The physics score of 2,923 reflects the combination of integer and floating-point throughput needed for simulation workloads.

The Arc G3's absence from the benchmark database means it cannot claim wins in any recorded category. Its specifications, however, suggest a different operational profile. The Arc G3 uses 14 cores and 14 threads with a base clock of 1.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Core Ultra 7 265 uses 20 cores and 20 threads with a 2.40 GHz base and 5.30 GHz boost. The data shows the Ultra 7 265 has a 6-core advantage and higher clocks on both ends.

The Arc G3's thermal envelope is 25 watts, while the Core Ultra 7 265 runs at 65 watts. This 40-watt gap indicates the Arc G3 is designed for constrained power environments, likely mobile platforms given its BGA 2540 socket and mobile market segment. The Core Ultra 7 265 targets desktop use with Socket 1851.

The memory configurations differ meaningfully. The Arc G3 supports LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory and 136.5 GB/s bandwidth. The Core Ultra 7 265 uses DDR5 with dual-channel memory and 102.4 GB/s bandwidth. The Arc G3 has a 34.1 GB/s bandwidth advantage, which could offset some core count differences in memory-bound workloads, though no benchmark data confirms this.

The Verdict

The data directs each processor toward a distinct audience. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 is the clear performance choice. Its 93rd percentile ranking, 20 cores, and 5.30 GHz boost clock deliver top-tier results across all 17 recorded benchmarks. The 42,216 Cinebench R23 multi-core score and 5,960 single-core score place it among the fastest desktop processors tracked in the database. Users seeking maximum throughput in rendering, compression, encryption, and physics simulation should select the Core Ultra 7 265.

The Intel Arc G3 serves a different purpose entirely. With 14 cores, a 25-watt TDP, and LPDDR5X memory support, it is built for mobile efficiency rather than raw performance. The 4.60 GHz boost clock is respectable, and the 136.5 GB/s memory bandwidth exceeds the Ultra 7 265's figure. But without benchmark scores, the database cannot validate its actual performance. The 50th percentile ranking for the Arc G3, compared with the 93rd for the Ultra 7 265, suggests the Arc G3 performs near the median of all CPUs while the Ultra 7 265 operates near the top.

The production status for both is active, with the Arc G3 released on 2026-05-27 and the Core Ultra 7 265 released on 2025-01-06. The launch MSRP for the Core Ultra 7 265 is $394. The Arc G3 has no recorded launch MSRP.

The core and thread counts are equal within each processor, indicating no hyper-threading or SMT support for either. The Ultra 7 265's 20 physical cores give it a 43% core advantage over the Arc G3's 14 physical cores. The Ultra 7 265 also boosts 0.70 GHz higher and runs at a 2.40 GHz base clock versus 1.90 GHz.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 265 has 20 cores and 20 threads. The Intel Arc G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads.

Q: What is the highest recorded benchmark score for the Core Ultra 7 265?

A: The highest raw score is 522,983 in the PassMark data compression test. The highest rendering score is 42,216 in Cinebench R23 multi-core.

Q: How does the Core Ultra 7 265 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The AMD EPYC 4464P scores 64,823, which is 0.3% higher. The Intel Core Ultra 7 265F scores 64,438, 0.3% lower. The AMD EPYC 7343 scores 64,202, 0.7% lower. The AMD EPYC 9124 scores 65,104, 0.7% higher.

Q: What memory types do the two processors support?

A: The Arc G3 supports LPDDR5X with dual-channel memory and 136.5 GB/s bandwidth. The Core Ultra 7 265 supports DDR5 with dual-channel memory and 102.4 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Are both processors currently in production?

A: Yes, both the Intel Arc G3 and the Intel Core Ultra 7 265 have an active production status.

Q: What is the thermal design power difference?

A: The Arc G3 has a TDP of 25 watts, while the Core Ultra 7 265 has a TDP of 65 watts.

Architecture Differences

The two processors represent different generations and design philosophies within Intel's lineup. The Arc G3 uses the Panther Lake codename and belongs to the Arc G3 generation. The Core Ultra 7 265 uses the Arrow Lake architecture with the Arrow Lake-S codename and belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2.

The manufacturing process is 3 nm for both, but the foundries differ. The Arc G3 is fabricated by Intel, while the Core Ultra 7 265 is fabricated by TSMC. The Core Ultra 7 265 has a transistor count of 17,800 million and a die size of 243 mm². The Arc G3 has no recorded transistor or die size data.

Cache hierarchies share the same L1 size at 192 KB per core. The L2 cache differs: the Arc G3 provides 2.5 MB per core, while the Core Ultra 7 265 provides 3 MB per core. The L3 cache is 18 MB shared for the Arc G3 and 30 MB shared for the Core Ultra 7 265, a 12 MB difference favoring the desktop part.

PCI Express connectivity shows a major distinction. The Arc G3 offers Gen 5 with 4 lanes (CPU only), while the Core Ultra 7 265 offers Gen 5 with 20 lanes (CPU only). The 16-lane advantage for the Core Ultra 7 265 supports more expansion devices and graphics bandwidth.

Integrated graphics differ substantially. The Arc G3 includes Arc B370 graphics, while the Core Ultra 7 265 includes Arc Xe-LPG Graphics 32EU. Both are Intel Arc products but target different performance levels.

Sockets and market segments align with the intended usage. The Arc G3 uses Intel BGA 2540 and is classified as a mobile processor. The Core Ultra 7 265 uses Intel Socket 1851 and is a desktop processor. Neither has an unlocked multiplier, and neither supports ECC memory.

The release dates show the Core Ultra 7 265 arrived first on 2025-01-06, followed by the Arc G3 on 2026-05-27. The part numbers are SRQCX for the Core Ultra 7 265 and SA4QZ for the Arc G3.

Clock speeds favor the Core Ultra 7 265 on both ends: 2.40 GHz base versus 1.90 GHz, and 5.30 GHz boost versus 4.60 GHz. The Arc G3 compensates with higher memory bandwidth at 136.5 GB/s versus 102.4 GB/s, and a much lower 25-watt TDP versus 65 watts.

The database positions the Core Ultra 7 265 at the 93rd percentile with an average benchmark score of 64,640, while the Arc G3 sits at the 50th percentile with an average benchmark score of 0 due to missing benchmark data. The Core Ultra 7 265's nearest rivals are all AMD EPYC server processors plus the Intel Core Ultra 7 265F, with deltas ranging from -0.7% to +0.7%.