Intel Core 3 201TE vs Intel Core 3 304 Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 3 201TE and Intel Core 3 304 occupy different positions in the benchmark database, and the recorded data shows a clear but narrow overall advantage for the Core 3 304. The Core 3 304 holds a 68th percentile ranking across all CPUs, while the Core 3 201TE sits at the 50th percentile. That 18-point percentile gap reflects a meaningful difference in overall capability, but the benchmark suite for the 304 shows it is not a dominant performer in every category.

The Intel Core 3 201TE is a desktop-oriented processor built for sustained workloads on the Intel Socket 1700 platform. Its 45 W TDP and 4-core, 8-thread configuration with a 4.60 GHz boost clock position it as a solid mainstream desktop part. The Core 3 304, by contrast, is a mobile chip with a 15 W TDP, 5 cores, 5 threads, and a 4.30 GHz boost clock. The 304 trades thread count for physical cores and power efficiency, which shows in its benchmark profile: it wins in multi-core tests that scale with core count, while the 201TE's higher boost clock and hyper-threading support would naturally give it a single-thread edge, though the database does not include direct benchmark scores for the 201TE to confirm this.

The recorded benchmarks for the Core 3 304 show its strongest results in multi-threaded workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 5,263 points, and in Cinebench R20 multi-core it reaches 4,160. PassMark multi-thread testing produces 11,625 points. These are respectable numbers for a 15 W mobile processor. The single-core results are less impressive by comparison: Cinebench R23 single-core scores 1,765 points, and PassMark single-thread scores 3,614. The data suggests the 304 is built for efficiency-first mobile environments where multi-core throughput matters more than raw clock speed.

The nearest rivals in the database for the Core 3 304 include the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX, which scores 13,786 on average, a delta of -0.3% relative to the 304's 13,745 average benchmark score. The Intel Core i7-8750H comes in at 13,868, a -0.9% delta, and the AMD EPYC 7443 scores 13,936, a -1.4% delta. The only rival ahead of the 304 is the Intel Core 5 120UL at 13,594, a +1.1% delta in favor of the 304. This places the 304 in a competitive band with high-end workstation and older mobile processors, despite its low power envelope.

The Intel Core 3 201TE has no benchmark scores, average score, or nearest rival data recorded in the database. Its wins cannot be quantified directly, but its specification profile indicates strengths in single-threaded responsiveness and desktop productivity. The 4.60 GHz boost clock is the highest clock speed between the two chips, and the 12 MB shared L3 cache is double the 304's 6 MB. For desktop users running lightly threaded applications, the 201TE's higher clock and larger cache would be the deciding factors, though the database does not provide direct measurements.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from entirely different design lineages. The Intel Core 3 201TE uses the Bartlett Lake architecture, built on Intel's 10 nm process node with a 163 mm² die size. The Intel Core 3 304 uses the Wildcat Lake architecture on a 3 nm process node. The process node difference is substantial: 10 nm versus 3 nm represents a multi-generation manufacturing gap, which explains the 304's dramatically lower 15 W TDP despite having one more physical core.

Core and thread counts differ significantly. The 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads, indicating hyper-threading support. The 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads, meaning no hyper-threading and a 1:1 core-to-thread ratio. The 304's extra physical core helps in multi-threaded workloads that scale with core count, while the 201TE's thread doubling helps in workloads that benefit from additional logical processors.

Cache hierarchies are organized differently. The 201TE uses a per-core L1 cache of 80 KB, a per-core L2 cache of 1.25 MB, and a shared 12 MB L3 cache. The 304 uses a single L1 cache of 192 KB and a single L2 cache of 2.5 MB, with a shared 6 MB L3 cache. The 201TE's larger total cache footprint, especially the 12 MB L3, gives it a distinct advantage in data-heavy workloads where cache hit rates matter. The 304's smaller cache is a trade-off for lower power consumption and a smaller physical footprint.

Memory support diverges sharply. The 201TE supports both DDR4 and DDR5 through a dual-channel memory bus with 76.8 GB/s of bandwidth. The 304 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X through a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth. The 201TE's dual-channel configuration provides 28.6% more theoretical memory bandwidth, which benefits memory-intensive applications. The 304's support for LPDDR5X indicates a focus on mobile and low-power designs where soldered memory is common.

ECC memory support is another differentiator. The 201TE supports ECC memory, making it suitable for entry-level workstation and server use cases. The 304 does not support ECC. PCIe connectivity also differs: the 201TE offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the 304 offers Gen 4 with only 6 lanes. Desktop platforms get the full PCIe 5.0 complement, while the mobile chip is limited to fewer, slower lanes.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The 201TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the 304 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core. The Xe3 architecture is newer and designed for improved media and compute performance, but the database does not include graphics benchmarks for either chip.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between the Intel Core 3 201TE and the Intel Core 3 304. The winsA and winsB fields are both zero, and the headToHeadBenchmarks array is empty. The only recorded benchmarks belong to the 304, which has 17 individual test scores across Cinebench R15, R20, R23, and PassMark suites.

The Core 3 304's most impressive results come from PassMark data compression and encryption tests. It scores 114,775 in data compression and 8,501 in data encryption. Extended instructions score 9,686, and floating point math reaches 29,722. Integer math scores 24,640, random string sorting scores 13,659, and prime number finding scores 68. Physics tests produce 868 points. These numbers paint a picture of a processor that handles compression and encryption workloads efficiently, likely due to its newer architecture and dedicated instruction support.

In Cinebench tests, the 304 shows a clear multi-core versus single-core split. Cinebench R15 multi-core scores 849 versus 264 single-core, a ratio of roughly 3.2:1. Cinebench R20 multi-core scores 4,160 versus 587 single-core, a ratio of about 7.1:1. Cinebench R23 multi-core scores 5,263 versus 1,765 single-core, a ratio of about 3.0:1. The variation in these ratios reflects different workload scaling across Cinebench versions. The R20 multi-core result stands out as particularly strong relative to its single-core score.

PassMark single-thread testing records 3,614 points, and the multithread test records 11,625 points, a ratio of roughly 3.2:1. This aligns with the Cinebench R15 and R23 ratios, suggesting that the 304's five physical cores provide consistent scaling across most multi-threaded workloads. The average benchmark score for the 304 is 13,745, with rivals within 1.4% either way, indicating that the 304 performs in the same class as the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX, Intel Core i7-8750H, AMD EPYC 7443, and Intel Core 5 120UL despite its far lower power draw.

The 201TE's absence from the benchmark database means no direct score comparisons can be made. Its 50th percentile ranking suggests it sits at the median of all CPUs, while the 304's 68th percentile places it well above average. The 201TE's higher boost clock and larger cache would likely give it an advantage in single-threaded tests, but the database does not provide the numbers to confirm this.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 has 5 physical cores, while the Intel Core 3 201TE has 4 cores. However, the 201TE has 8 threads due to hyper-threading, while the 304 has only 5 threads.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE has a 45 W TDP, while the Intel Core 3 304 has a 15 W TDP. The 304 consumes significantly less power, consistent with its mobile market segment.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE supports ECC memory. The Intel Core 3 304 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 through a dual-channel memory bus with 76.8 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Core 3 304 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X through a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of each processor?

A: The Intel Core 3 201TE has a launch MSRP of $134. The Intel Core 3 304 has a launch MSRP of $309.

Q: How does the Core 3 304 compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Core 3 304 has an average benchmark score of 13,745. It trails the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX by 0.3%, the Intel Core i7-8750H by 0.9%, and the AMD EPYC 7443 by 1.4%. It leads the Intel Core 5 120UL by 1.1%.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ in nearly every major specification category. The table below summarizes only the fields where the two chips diverge.

| Specification | Intel Core 3 201TE | Intel Core 3 304 |

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

| Cores | 4 | 5 |

| Threads | 8 | 5 |

| Base clock | 2.90 GHz | 1.50 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.60 GHz | 4.30 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 15 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel BGA 1516 |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Wildcat Lake |

| Process node | 10 nm | 3 nm |

| Die size | 163 mm² | Not recorded |

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

| L2 cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 2.5 MB |

| L3 cache | 12 MB (shared) | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR5, LPDDR5X |

| Memory bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | 59.7 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 lanes | Gen 4, 6 lanes |

| Integrated graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe) |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release date | 2025-01-12 | 2026-04-15 |

| Launch MSRP | $134 | $309 |

| Part number | SRPKDQ5CK | SAE3K |

Both processors are active in production, neither has an unlocked multiplier, and both are manufactured by Intel. The 201TE uses a 10 nm process with a 163 mm² die, while the 304 uses a 3 nm process with no recorded die size. The 304's smaller process node enables its 15 W TDP and mobile form factor, while the 201TE's larger die and higher power envelope support its desktop role. The 304's newer release date and higher launch MSRP reflect its more advanced manufacturing process and mobile engineering, while the 201TE offers a lower launch MSRP with a more conventional desktop feature set including ECC support, dual-channel memory, and PCIe Gen 5 connectivity.