Intel Arc G3 vs Intel Core Ultra 9 285K Comparison

# The Verdict

The database contains no recorded benchmark scores for the Intel Arc G3, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 285K has a complete benchmark profile across multiple test suites. The Arc G3 carries an average benchmark score of zero and a percentile ranking of 50, meaning the database places it at the median of all recorded CPUs despite having no performance measurements. The Core Ultra 9 285K, by contrast, holds a percentile ranking of 96, indicating it outperforms nearly all other processors in the database.

Based strictly on the recorded data, the Core Ultra 9 285K is the only one of the two with measurable performance evidence. Its benchmark results span Cinebench R15, R20, R23, Geekbench, and Passmark tests, with scores that place it firmly in the top tier of the database. The Arc G3, lacking any benchmark entries, cannot be evaluated for performance from the available information. Its production status is active and it targets the mobile segment, while the Core Ultra 9 285K is an active desktop part.

The data suggests that the Core Ultra 9 285K is the appropriate choice for anyone requiring verified multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. The Arc G3, with its 25 watt thermal design power and mobile socket, appears oriented toward low-power portable systems, but the absence of benchmark data means no performance claims can be made from the database. The Core Ultra 9 285K has a launch MSRP of $589, which is the only pricing information recorded. The Arc G3 has no launch MSRP in the database.

# FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score in the database?

A: The Core Ultra 9 285K has an average benchmark score of 83,807. The Arc G3 has an average benchmark score of zero, as no benchmark results are recorded for it.

Q: What is the percentile ranking of each processor?

A: The Arc G3 sits at the 50th percentile among all CPUs in the database. The Core Ultra 9 285K sits at the 96th percentile, meaning it outperforms 96 percent of all recorded processors.

Q: How many cores and threads does each processor have?

A: The Arc G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads. The Core Ultra 9 285K has 24 cores and 24 threads. Neither processor supports additional threads beyond its core count.

Q: What memory types do the two processors support?

A: The Arc G3 supports LPDDR5X memory with dual-channel configuration. The Core Ultra 9 285K supports DDR5 memory with dual-channel configuration. The Arc G3 has a memory bandwidth of 136.5 GB/s, while the Core Ultra 9 285K has a memory bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s.

Q: Do both processors have integrated graphics?

A: Yes. The Arc G3 includes Arc B370 integrated graphics. The Core Ultra 9 285K includes Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64 execution units.

Q: Are both processors currently in production?

A: Both processors have an active production status according to the database. The Arc G3 was released on May 27, 2026, while the Core Ultra 9 285K was released on October 23, 2024.

# Architecture Differences

The two processors represent different architectural approaches from Intel. The Arc G3 uses the Panther Lake codename and belongs to the Arc G3 generation, fabricated on a 3 nm process at Intel's own foundry. The Core Ultra 9 285K uses the Arrow Lake architecture with the Arrow Lake-S codename, part of the Core Ultra Series 2 generation, also fabricated on a 3 nm process but at TSMC. Both processors therefore share the same process node, but they differ in their manufacturing source.

The Core Ultra 9 285K has a transistor count of 17,800 million and a die size of 243 mm². The Arc G3 has no transistor count or die size recorded in the database. The Core Ultra 9 285K uses the Intel Socket 1851, while the Arc G3 uses the Intel BGA 2540 socket, indicating a soldered mobile form factor for the latter.

Cache architecture differs between the two. Both have 192 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache is 2.5 MB per core on the Arc G3 and 3 MB per core on the Core Ultra 9 285K. The L3 cache is 18 MB shared on the Arc G3 and 36 MB shared on the Core Ultra 9 285K. The Core Ultra 9 285K therefore has both a larger per-core L2 allocation and a larger shared L3 pool.

Memory support diverges as well. The Arc G3 supports LPDDR5X memory, which is typical for mobile platforms, while the Core Ultra 9 285K supports DDR5 memory for desktop systems. The Arc G3 has a higher memory bandwidth at 136.5 GB/s compared to 102.4 GB/s for the Core Ultra 9 285K, despite the latter having a larger cache hierarchy. ECC memory support is present only on the Core Ultra 9 285K; the Arc G3 does not support ECC memory.

PCI Express connectivity differs significantly. The Arc G3 provides Gen 5 with 4 lanes for the CPU only. The Core Ultra 9 285K provides Gen 5 with 20 lanes for the CPU only. This gives the desktop part substantially more expansion capability for peripherals and graphics.

The integrated graphics also differ. The Arc G3 uses Arc B370 graphics, while the Core Ultra 9 285K uses Arc Xe-LPG Graphics with 64 execution units. No further graphics specifications are recorded in the database.

# Specification Differences

The core and thread counts differ: the Arc G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads, while the Core Ultra 9 285K has 24 cores and 24 threads. The Arc G3 has a base clock of 1.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Core Ultra 9 285K has a base clock of 3.70 GHz and a boost clock of 5.70 GHz. The desktop part runs at higher clock speeds in both states.

Thermal design power differs substantially. The Arc G3 has a TDP of 25 watts, while the Core Ultra 9 285K has a TDP of 125 watts. This reflects the mobile versus desktop market segmentation.

The sockets are different: Intel BGA 2540 for the Arc G3 and Intel Socket 1851 for the Core Ultra 9 285K. The multiplier is unlocked on the Core Ultra 9 285K, allowing overclocking, while the Arc G3 has a locked multiplier.

The part numbers differ: SA4QZ for the Arc G3 and SRQD5 for the Core Ultra 9 285K. The release dates are different as well, with the Core Ultra 9 285K released on October 23, 2024, and the Arc G3 released on May 27, 2026. The market segment is mobile for the Arc G3 and desktop for the Core Ultra 9 285K. The launch MSRP is recorded only for the Core Ultra 9 285K at $589; the Arc G3 has no launch MSRP in the database.

# Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no head-to-head benchmark entries comparing the Arc G3 and the Core Ultra 9 285K, and the Arc G3 has no individual benchmark results. The Core Ultra 9 285K, however, has a full suite of recorded scores.

In Cinebench R15, the Core Ultra 9 285K scores 6,494 in multi-core and 359 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 24,003 in multi-core and 3,388 in single-core. In Cinebench R23, the multi-core score is 42,522 and the single-core score is 2,377. These results show a strong scaling from the 24-core configuration across all three Cinebench versions.

Geekbench results show a multi-core score of 26,702 and a single-core score of 2,870. The Passmark suite provides more granular data. In data compression, the Core Ultra 9 285K scores 790,052. Data encryption scores 57,745. Extended instructions score 62,277. Finding prime numbers scores 541. Floating point math scores 224,324. Integer math scores 172,379. The multi-thread test scores 67,260. Physics scores 3,938. Random string sorting scores 94,927. Single-thread performance scores 5,087, recorded in both the passmark_single_thread and passmark_singlethread tests with identical values.

The average benchmark score for the Core Ultra 9 285K is 83,807. Its nearest rivals in the database are the Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus with an average score of 84,003, placing the 285K 0.2 percent behind. The AMD EPYC 4584PX has an average score of 83,090, with the 285K ahead by 0.9 percent. The AMD EPYC 9135 has an average score of 82,980, with the 285K ahead by 1 percent. The AMD EPYC 7F72 has an average score of 85,072, placing the 285K 1.5 percent behind. These deltas indicate that the Core Ultra 9 285K sits in a tightly contested performance band among high-end server and desktop parts.

Because the Arc G3 has no benchmark scores, no direct comparison can be made between the two processors in any test. The wins column in the database shows zero wins for the Arc G3 and zero wins for the Core Ultra 9 285K in head-to-head tests, reflecting the absence of paired benchmark data.

# Where Each One Wins

The Core Ultra 9 285K wins in every measurable category in the database, simply because it is the only one with recorded performance data. Its 24 cores and 24 threads provide the foundation for its multi-threaded scores, which range from 6,494 in Cinebench R15 to 42,522 in Cinebench R23 and 67,260 in Passmark multi-thread. The single-thread scores are also strong, with 5,087 in Passmark, 2,870 in Geekbench, and 359 in Cinebench R15. The 5.70 GHz boost clock and 3.70 GHz base clock support these results. The unlocked multiplier allows further frequency adjustment for users who choose to overclock.

The Arc G3 wins in power efficiency and mobility. Its 25 watt TDP is a fraction of the 125 watt TDP of the Core Ultra 9 285K. The BGA 2540 socket and mobile market segment indicate a soldered, low-power design suitable for compact portable systems. The LPDDR5X memory support and 136.5 GB/s memory bandwidth exceed the Core Ultra 9 285K's DDR5 bandwidth of 102.4 GB/s, which could benefit memory-bandwidth-sensitive workloads in a mobile context. The Arc G3 also has a newer release date of May 27, 2026, compared to October 23, 2024 for the Core Ultra 9 285K.

For users seeking verified performance, the Core Ultra 9 285K is the only option with benchmark evidence. Its 96th percentile ranking places it among the fastest processors in the database. The Arc G3, at the 50th percentile with no benchmark scores, has no performance validation recorded. The Core Ultra 9 285K supports ECC memory, has a larger L3 cache at 36 MB versus 18 MB, and provides 20 PCIe Gen 5 lanes versus 4 lanes on the Arc G3. These factors make the desktop part the clear choice for compute-heavy workloads, server-adjacent tasks, and systems requiring extensive expansion.

The Arc G3, meanwhile, targets a different use case entirely. With its low 25 watt TDP, mobile socket, and LPDDR5X memory, it aligns with thin-and-light laptops or low-power embedded systems. The higher memory bandwidth could benefit integrated graphics workloads, particularly given the Arc B370 graphics solution. The absence of ECC support and the limited PCIe lane count restrict its role in workstation or server environments. The locked multiplier further limits enthusiast adjustments.

The database does not record any benchmark results for the Arc G3, so any performance assessment for that part must remain qualitative. The Core Ultra 9 285K, with its complete benchmark profile and high percentile ranking, demonstrates strong multi-threaded and single-threaded capabilities across Cinebench, Geekbench, and Passmark tests. Its nearest rivals show it within a narrow performance band, with the largest gap being 1.5 percent behind the AMD EPYC 7F72 and the smallest gap being 0.2 percent behind the Intel Core Ultra 9 290K Plus. This places the Core Ultra 9 285K in a competitive position among top-tier processors, while the Arc G3 remains a mobile part whose performance is unverified in the database.