Intel Core 3 201TE vs Intel Core 3 305 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no overlapping benchmark results for the Intel Core 3 201TE and the Intel Core 3 305. The 201TE has no recorded benchmark scores, while the 305 has 17 recorded scores across Cinebench and Passmark tests. This makes a direct head-to-head numerical comparison impossible. The 305's average benchmark score is 18302, placing it at the 72nd percentile of all CPUs in the database. Its nearest rivals, all within a narrow band, are the Intel Core i3-14100 at 18318 (0.1% ahead), the Intel Core 5 330 at 18345 (0.2% ahead), the Intel Core 7 360 at 18374 (0.4% ahead), and the AMD Ryzen 5 2600E at 18230 (0.4% behind). The 305 effectively trades blows with these competitors, with no rival exceeding a 0.4% margin. For the 201TE, the absence of benchmark data means its percentile of 50 and average score of 0 indicate no measured performance data exists in the database. The only quantitative comparison possible is structural: the 305 delivers substantial multi-core throughput in Cinebench R23 multicore with a score of 13123, while the 201TE offers a higher boost clock of 4.60 GHz compared to the 305's 4.30 GHz. Single-core results for the 305 show a Cinebench R23 single-core score of 1852, a Cinebench R20 single-core score of 777, and a Cinebench R15 single-core score of 186. Its Passmark single-thread score is 3977. Multi-core results for the 305 include Cinebench R20 multicore at 5511 and Cinebench R15 multicore at 1322. Passmark multi-thread score for the 305 is 15439, with integer math at 32295 and floating point math at 42284. The 305 also records a Passmark physics score of 1233, data compression at 146857, data encryption at 11019, extended instructions at 13543, prime numbers at 115, and random string sorting at 17623. These scores, particularly the Cinebench R23 multicore result, place the 305 in a competitive position against its listed rivals, all of which have average scores within 0.4% of it.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core 3 305 outperform the Intel Core 3 201TE in multi-core workloads?

A: The database shows no benchmark scores for the 201TE, so a direct multi-core comparison is not possible. The 305 achieves a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13123, but no corresponding figure exists for the 201TE.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference between the two processors?

A: The 201TE supports dual-channel memory with a bandwidth of 76.8 GB/s, while the 305 uses single-channel memory with a bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s. The 201TE offers 17.1 GB/s more memory bandwidth.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The 201TE has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, which is 0.30 GHz higher than the 305's boost clock of 4.30 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The 201TE supports ECC memory, while the 305 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What are the process nodes for each processor?

A: The 201TE uses a 10 nm process node, while the 305 uses a 3 nm process node. The 305's node is significantly smaller.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The 201TE has 12 MB of shared L3 cache, while the 305 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The 201TE has double the L3 cache capacity.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel families and target different platforms. The 201TE is a Bartlett Lake part for desktop systems, using the Intel Socket 1700, while the 305 is a Wildcat Lake part for mobile systems, using the Intel BGA 1516 socket. The 201TE uses a 10 nm process node from Intel, while the 305 uses a 3 nm process node, also from Intel. The 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the 305 has 6 cores and 6 threads. This means the 305 has more physical cores but does not support simultaneous multithreading, resulting in fewer total threads. The 201TE's cache layout includes 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The 305's cache layout includes 192 KB of total L1, 2.5 MB of total L2, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The 201TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 memory with a dual-channel bus and 76.8 GB/s of bandwidth, while the 305 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with a single-channel bus and 59.7 GB/s of bandwidth. The 201TE supports ECC memory, but the 305 does not. For PCIe, the 201TE offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU, while the 305 offers Gen 4 with 6 lanes from the CPU. The integrated graphics differ as well: the 201TE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the 305 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core. The 201TE has a die size of 163 mm², while the 305 has no recorded die size. The 201TE's base clock is 2.90 GHz with a boost clock of 4.60 GHz, while the 305's base clock is 1.50 GHz with a boost clock of 4.30 GHz. The 305 has a significantly lower base clock, which aligns with its 15 W TDP compared to the 201TE's 45 W TDP. The 305's release date is 2026-04-15, while the 201TE's release date is 2025-01-12. The 305's part number is SAE3L, and the 201TE's part number is SRPKDQ5CK.

The Verdict

Based strictly on the recorded data, the Intel Core 3 305 has measurable performance in the database, with an average benchmark score of 18302 and a 72nd percentile ranking among all CPUs. Its nearest rivals show it is essentially tied with the Intel Core i3-14100, the Intel Core 5 330, the Intel Core 7 360, and the AMD Ryzen 5 2600E, with deltas of -0.1%, -0.2%, -0.4%, and +0.4% respectively. This indicates the 305 delivers performance consistent with a mid-range desktop processor, despite being a mobile part. The Intel Core 3 201TE has no benchmark scores, a 50th percentile ranking, and an average score of 0, meaning the database contains no evidence of its performance. Users seeking a processor with verified performance data should consider the 305, as it has 17 recorded test results. Those prioritizing a higher boost clock (4.60 GHz vs 4.30 GHz), dual-channel memory support (76.8 GB/s vs 59.7 GB/s), ECC memory support, more L3 cache (12 MB vs 6 MB), a larger die size (163 mm² vs no record), and a desktop socket with PCIe Gen 5 (16 lanes vs 6 lanes) would find the 201TE structurally superior in those fields, but without benchmark data its actual performance remains unmeasured. The 305 offers a smaller process node (3 nm vs 10 nm), more physical cores (6 vs 4), and a much lower TDP (15 W vs 45 W), which suits mobile or power-constrained environments. The verdict from the data: the 305 is the only one with demonstrated benchmark performance, while the 201TE offers a broader set of desktop-oriented features with no measured scores.

Specification Differences

The following fields differ between the two processors. The 201TE has 4 cores and 8 threads, while the 305 has 6 cores and 6 threads. Base clocks are 2.90 GHz for the 201TE and 1.50 GHz for the 305. Boost clocks are 4.60 GHz for the 201TE and 4.30 GHz for the 305. TDP is 45 W for the 201TE and 15 W for the 305. The 201TE uses Intel Socket 1700, while the 305 uses Intel BGA 1516. The codenames are Bartlett Lake for the 201TE and Wildcat Lake for the 305. Process nodes are 10 nm for the 201TE and 3 nm for the 305. The 201TE has a die size of 163 mm², while the 305 has no recorded die size. L1 cache is 80 KB per core for the 201TE and 192 KB total for the 305. L2 cache is 1.25 MB per core for the 201TE and 2.5 MB total for the 305. L3 cache is 12 MB shared for the 201TE and 6 MB shared for the 305. Memory support is DDR4 and DDR5 for the 201TE, while the 305 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X. Memory bus is dual-channel for the 201TE and single-channel for the 305. Memory bandwidth is 76.8 GB/s for the 201TE and 59.7 GB/s for the 305. ECC memory is supported on the 201TE but not on the 305. PCIe is Gen 5 with 16 lanes for the 201TE and Gen 4 with 6 lanes for the 305. Integrated graphics are UHD Graphics 730 for the 201TE and Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe) for the 305. Market segment is Desktop for the 201TE and Mobile for the 305. Release dates are 2025-01-12 for the 201TE and 2026-04-15 for the 305. Launch MSRP is $134 for the 201TE and $309 for the 305. The 201TE has a part number of SRPKDQ5CK, while the 305 has a part number of SAE3L. Both are Active in production and have locked multipliers.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 3 305 wins in any scenario requiring verified benchmark scores, as it has 17 recorded results across Cinebench and Passmark suites. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 13123 indicates strong multi-threaded throughput for its class, and its Passmark scores, including data compression at 146857 and floating point math at 42284, show competence in compute-intensive tasks. The 305 also wins on physical core count with 6 cores versus 4, on process node efficiency with 3 nm versus 10 nm, and on power consumption with a 15 W TDP versus 45 W, making it suitable for systems where thermal and power limits are strict. Its mobile socket and support for LPDDR5X memory position it for compact or battery-powered devices. The Intel Core 3 201TE wins on structural specifications that favor desktop workloads. It offers a higher boost clock of 4.60 GHz versus 4.30 GHz, which can benefit lightly threaded tasks that rely on frequency. It provides dual-channel memory with 76.8 GB/s of bandwidth versus 59.7 GB/s, doubling the memory channels and increasing available bandwidth for memory-sensitive applications. It has 12 MB of L3 cache versus 6 MB, which can improve cache hit rates for larger working sets. ECC memory support gives the 201TE an advantage in data-integrity scenarios. PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes versus Gen 4 with 6 lanes provides more expansion bandwidth for GPUs or storage devices. The 201TE also has a larger die size at 163 mm², and its launch MSRP of $134 is lower than the 305's $309. For desktop builds needing verified performance, the 305's benchmark presence makes it the only option with measured data, while the 201TE remains a specification-based choice without recorded scores.