Intel Arc G3 vs Intel Core Ultra 9 288V Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database currently holds no head-to-head benchmark results for the Intel Arc G3 versus the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V. The head-to-head field is empty, and the wins counters for both processors are zero. This means there are no direct comparative measurements recorded for these two mobile processors. The Intel Arc G3 also has no individual benchmark scores in the database, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V has a full suite of results across Cinebench and Passmark tests. Consequently, a direct numerical comparison is impossible from the recorded data. The only benchmark data available belongs to the Core Ultra 9 288V, and its performance can be contextualized against its nearest rivals. The Core Ultra 9 288V has an average benchmark score of 23219, placing it at the 76th percentile among all CPUs. It sits within 0.3% of several rivals: it is 0.2% behind the Intel Core i9-11900F (average score 23254), 0.2% ahead of the AMD EPYC 4124P (average score 23167), 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H (average score 23277), and 0.3% behind the Intel Core Ultra 7 266V (average score 23297). These deltas are all within a fraction of a percentage point, indicating very tight grouping around the 23200 to 23300 average score range.

Looking at the Core Ultra 9 288V's individual results, the Cinebench R23 multi-core score is 10178 and the single-core score is 1950. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core score is 7069 and the single-core score is 997. The Cinebench R15 results show a multi-core score of 1583 and a single-core score of 301.5. The Passmark suite shows a multithread score of 19810 and a single-thread score of 4274. The data compression test produced a score of 186521, while data encryption scored 14141. The extended instructions score is 15613, and the find prime numbers test scored 195. Floating point math scored 59536, integer math scored 44019, physics scored 1637, and random string sorting scored 22622. These results define the Core Ultra 9 288V as a mid-pack performer relative to the broader CPU landscape, with the 76th percentile placement indicating it outperforms roughly three quarters of all CPUs in the database.

The Intel Arc G3, by contrast, has an average benchmark score of 0 and sits at the 50th percentile in the database. This percentile is a default placement rather than a measured result, as no benchmark data has been recorded for it. The Arc G3's nearest rival list is empty, so there is no comparative anchor for its expected performance. The situation is straightforward: the Core Ultra 9 288V has extensive measurements, and the Arc G3 has none. Any attempt to declare a winner between these two processors from the benchmark data alone would be unsupported. The only valid conclusion from the head-to-head section is that direct data does not exist, and the Core Ultra 9 288V's performance profile is documented while the Arc G3's is not.

Where Each One Wins

Without head-to-head benchmarks, the "wins" for each processor must be assessed differently. For the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V, the recorded benchmarks show strengths in specific workload types. The Passmark multithread score of 19810 and the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 10178 indicate solid multi-threaded capability. The single-thread results are also notable: 4274 in Passmark single-thread and 1950 in Cinebench R23 single-core. The data compression score of 186521 is by far the highest individual result in its suite, suggesting strong performance in compression workloads. The floating point math score of 59536 also shows strong computational throughput. The integer math score of 44019 is lower but still substantial. The extended instructions score of 15613 indicates capable SIMD and instruction-heavy workloads. The random string sorting score of 22622 and data encryption score of 14141 round out the suite. The physics score of 1637 and the find prime numbers score of 195 are the lowest results, indicating relative weakness in those specific tests.

Against its nearest rivals, the Core Ultra 9 288V is effectively tied in average score. It is 0.2% behind the Intel Core i9-11900F, 0.2% ahead of the AMD EPYC 4124P, 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H, and 0.3% behind the Intel Core Ultra 7 266V. These margins are negligible in practical terms. The Core Ultra 9 288V does not clearly win against any of these rivals in aggregate score, nor does it clearly lose. It occupies a narrow band of performance where all four comparison points sit within 23254 and 23167. The 76th percentile placement confirms it is a respectable performer among all CPUs, but not an outlier at the top.

For the Intel Arc G3, there are no recorded wins because there are no recorded benchmarks. The database shows zero benchmark scores and an empty rival list. The processor's production status is active, and its release date is set for 2026, but measured performance data is absent. The Arc G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads, which suggests it could handle multi-threaded workloads, but without scores, no workload-specific claim can be made. The integrated graphics are Arc B370, which is a different GPU than the Core Ultra 9 288V's Arc 140V, but no graphics benchmarks are recorded for either. The data does not support declaring any wins for the Arc G3. Its 50th percentile placement is a default value, not a measurement.

Architecture Differences

The two processors differ substantially in their core configurations. The Intel Arc G3, codenamed Panther Lake, has 14 cores and 14 threads. The Intel Core Ultra 9 288V, codenamed Lunar Lake, has 8 cores and 8 threads. The Arc G3 therefore has 6 more cores and 6 more threads than the Core Ultra 9 288V. Both processors use a 3 nm process node, but the foundries differ. The Arc G3 is fabricated by Intel, while the Core Ultra 9 288V is fabricated by TSMC. The Arc G3 has a base clock of 1.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Core Ultra 9 288V has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Core Ultra 9 288V has a significantly higher base clock, 1.40 GHz higher, and a boost clock that is 0.50 GHz higher. The thermal design power also differs: the Arc G3 is rated at 25 watts, while the Core Ultra 9 288V is rated at 30 watts. The Core Ultra 9 288V draws 5 watts more under its TDP specification.

The cache hierarchies are partially shared. Both processors have 192 KB of L1 cache per core and 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core. The L3 cache differs: the Arc G3 has 18 MB shared, while the Core Ultra 9 288V has 12 MB shared. The Arc G3 has 6 MB more L3 cache. Memory support is identical in type and bandwidth: both support LPDDR5X memory over a dual-channel bus with 136.5 GB/s bandwidth. Neither supports ECC memory. Both use PCIe Gen 5 with 4 lanes, CPU only. The sockets differ: the Arc G3 uses Intel BGA 2540, while the Core Ultra 9 288V uses Intel BGA 2833. The integrated graphics differ as well: the Arc G3 uses Arc B370, and the Core Ultra 9 288V uses Arc 140V. Both processors are for the mobile market segment and both are marked as active production. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

The generation labels differ. The Arc G3 is listed as "Arc G3 (Panther Lake)" while the Core Ultra 9 288V is listed as "Ultra 9 (Lunar Lake)" and belongs to the Core Ultra Series 2. The release dates are far apart: the Core Ultra 9 288V was released in 2024, while the Arc G3 is slated for 2026. The part number for the Core Ultra 9 288V is a long string, SRPMSSRPMWQ5JTQ5JUQ5KW, while the Arc G3 has the simpler part number SA4QZ.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Arc G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V has 8 cores and 8 threads. The Arc G3 has 6 more cores and 6 more threads.

Q: What is the difference in clock speeds?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 9 288V has a base clock of 3.30 GHz and a boost clock of 5.10 GHz. The Intel Arc G3 has a base clock of 1.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Core Ultra 9 288V is 1.40 GHz higher in base clock and 0.50 GHz higher in boost clock.

Q: How do the thermal design power ratings compare?

A: The Intel Arc G3 has a TDP of 25 watts, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V has a TDP of 30 watts. The Core Ultra 9 288V is rated 5 watts higher.

Q: Do these processors use the same cache configuration?

A: No. Both have 192 KB L1 per core and 2.5 MB L2 per core, but the L3 cache differs. The Intel Arc G3 has 18 MB shared L3, while the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V has 12 MB shared L3.

Q: What are the benchmark scores for the Intel Arc G3?

A: The database has no benchmark scores recorded for the Intel Arc G3. Its average benchmark score is 0 and its percentile placement is 50, which is a default value.

Q: What is the benchmark performance of the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V relative to its rivals?

A: The Core Ultra 9 288V has an average benchmark score of 23219. It is 0.2% behind the Intel Core i9-11900F (23254), 0.2% ahead of the AMD EPYC 4124P (23167), 0.2% behind the AMD Ryzen 7 5800H (23277), and 0.3% behind the Intel Core Ultra 7 266V (23297). It sits at the 76th percentile among all CPUs.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the Intel Arc G3 and the Intel Core Ultra 9 288V. The Arc G3 has 14 cores and 14 threads, while the Core Ultra 9 288V has 8 cores and 8 threads. The base clock is 1.90 GHz for the Arc G3 and 3.30 GHz for the Core Ultra 9 288V. The boost clock is 4.60 GHz for the Arc G3 and 5.10 GHz for the Core Ultra 9 288V. The TDP is 25 watts for the Arc G3 and 30 watts for the Core Ultra 9 288V. The socket is Intel BGA 2540 for the Arc G3 and Intel BGA 2833 for the Core Ultra 9 288V. The codename is Panther Lake for the Arc G3 and Lunar Lake for the Core Ultra 9 288V. The generation line reads "Arc G3 (Panther Lake)" for the Arc G3 and "Ultra 9 (Lunar Lake)" for the Core Ultra 9 288V. The foundry is Intel for the Arc G3 and TSMC for the Core Ultra 9 288V. The L3 cache is 18 MB shared for the Arc G3 and 12 MB shared for the Core Ultra 9 288V. The integrated graphics are Arc B370 for the Arc G3 and Arc 140V for the Core Ultra 9 288V. The release date is 2026 for the Arc G3 and 2024 for the Core Ultra 9 288V. The part number is SA4QZ for the Arc G3 and SRPMSSRPMWQ5JTQ5JUQ5KW for the Core Ultra 9 288V. The series field is null for the Arc G3 and Core Ultra Series 2 for the Core Ultra 9 288V. The architecture field is null for the Arc G3 and Lunar Lake for the Core Ultra 9 288V. The Core Ultra 9 288V also has a set of 17 recorded benchmark scores, while the Arc G3 has none. The percentile versus all CPUs is 50 for the Arc G3 and 76 for the Core Ultra 9 288V. The average benchmark score is 0 for the Arc G3 and 23219 for the Core Ultra 9 288V. The nearest rival list is empty for the Arc G3 and contains four entries for the Core Ultra 9 288V.