Intel Core 3 304 vs Intel Core 5 130HL Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 3 304 and Intel Core 5 130HL present a stark contrast in benchmark availability. The Core 3 304 has 17 recorded benchmark scores across Cinebench and Passmark suites, while the Core 5 130HL has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. This absence of data for the Core 5 130HL means every head-to-head comparison must rely exclusively on the Core 3 304's measured performance and its position relative to other processors in the database.

The Core 3 304 delivers a single-core Cinebench R23 score of 1765, a multi-core score of 5263, and a Passmark single-thread score of 3614. Its average benchmark score across all recorded tests is 13745, placing it at the 68th percentile of all CPUs in the database. The Core 5 130HL, by contrast, has an average benchmark score of 0 and sits at the 50th percentile, which reflects the absence of any measured performance data rather than an actual performance level.

For context on the Core 3 304's standing, the database lists four nearest rivals. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX averages 13786, a 0.3% advantage over the Core 3 304. The Intel Core i7-8750H averages 13868, edging ahead by 0.9%. The Intel Core 5 120UL averages 13594, trailing the Core 3 304 by 1.1%. The AMD EPYC 7443 averages 13936, leading by 1.4%. These margins are narrow, positioning the Core 3 304 squarely within a competitive cluster of processors spanning both consumer and workstation segments.

The Core 3 304's Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 849 and single-core score of 264 show a 3.2:1 ratio between multi-threaded and single-threaded performance. In Cinebench R20, the multi-core score reaches 4160 against a single-core score of 587, a ratio of approximately 7.1:1. The Cinebench R23 results show a 2.98:1 ratio, with multi-core at 5263 and single-core at 1765. The R20 multi-core to single-core ratio appears anomalous compared to R15 and R23, suggesting the R20 multi-core workload scales particularly well with the processor's resources.

Passmark results for the Core 3 304 reveal strong integer math performance at 24640, floating point math at 29722, and extended instructions at 9686. Data compression scores 114775, while data encryption scores 8501. Random string sorting reaches 13659, and the find prime numbers test scores 68. The multithread score is 11625, and physics scores 868.

Where Each One Wins

Without benchmark data for the Core 5 130HL, the database cannot substantiate any performance wins for that processor. The Core 3 304, however, demonstrates measurable strengths across several workload categories based on its recorded scores.

The Core 3 304 shows its largest multi-core advantage in Cinebench R20, where the 4160 score indicates strong scaling across its 5 cores and 5 threads. The R23 multi-core score of 5263 confirms sustained multi-threaded capability. Single-thread performance peaks at 1765 in Cinebench R23 and 3614 in Passmark single-thread, indicating responsive single-core operation.

Passmark integer math at 24640 and floating point math at 29722 show the Core 3 304 handles arithmetic-heavy workloads effectively. The floating point score being roughly 20.6% higher than integer math suggests particular strength in scientific and graphical computations that rely on floating-point operations. Data compression at 114775 represents the highest single Passmark subtest score, indicating strong memory and cache efficiency for compression algorithms.

The Core 5 130HL, with 12 cores and 16 threads, would theoretically offer more parallel processing capacity. However, the database contains no recorded measurements to verify this, so any performance claims for the Core 5 130HL remain unsupported.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 has an average benchmark score of 13745, placing it at the 68th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Core 5 130HL has an average benchmark score of 0 with no recorded benchmarks, placing it at the 50th percentile.

Q: What is the Core 3 304's nearest rival in the database?

A: The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX is the closest rival, with an average score of 13786, which is 0.3% higher than the Core 3 304's 13745 average.

Q: Does the Core 5 130HL have any recorded Cinebench scores?

A: No. The Core 5 130HL has an empty benchmarks array, meaning no Cinebench or Passmark results are recorded in the database.

Q: How does the Core 3 304 compare to the Intel Core i7-8750H?

A: The Core i7-8750H averages 13868, which is 0.9% higher than the Core 3 304's 13745 average benchmark score.

Q: What is the Core 3 304's best-performing Passmark subtest?

A: Data compression scores 114775, the highest of all recorded Passmark subtests for the Core 3 304. The next highest is floating point math at 29722.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking?

A: The Core 3 304 ranks at the 68th percentile of all CPUs, while the Core 5 130HL ranks at the 50th percentile.

Specification Differences

The Intel Core 3 304 and Intel Core 5 130HL differ across nearly every core specification. The Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads, while the Core 5 130HL has 12 cores and 16 threads. Base clocks differ substantially: the Core 3 304 runs at 1.50 GHz, and the Core 5 130HL runs at 2.60 GHz. Boost clocks also differ, with the Core 3 304 reaching 4.30 GHz and the Core 5 130HL reaching 4.80 GHz.

Thermal design power shows a threefold difference. The Core 3 304 has a TDP of 15 watts, while the Core 5 130HL has a TDP of 45 watts. The Core 3 304 uses an Intel BGA 1516 socket, whereas the Core 5 130HL uses an Intel Socket 1700. The Core 3 304 belongs to the Wildcat Lake generation with a 3 nm process node, while the Core 5 130HL belongs to the Raptor Lake-PS generation with a 10 nm process node.

Cache configurations differ significantly. The Core 3 304 has 192 KB of L1 cache, 2.5 MB of L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 5 130HL has 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. Memory support varies as well: the Core 3 304 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a single-channel memory bus and 59.7 GB/s bandwidth, while the Core 5 130HL supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel memory bus and no recorded bandwidth figure.

PCIe lane counts differ, with the Core 3 304 providing Gen 4 with 6 CPU-only lanes and the Core 5 130HL providing Gen 4 with 8 CPU-only lanes. Integrated graphics differ: the Core 3 304 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core, while the Core 5 130HL uses Iris Xe Graphics with 80 execution units. Market segments also differ, with the Core 3 304 classified as mobile and the Core 5 130HL classified as desktop.

Release dates show a two-year gap. The Core 5 130HL was released on April 7, 2024, and the Core 3 304 was released on April 15, 2026. The Core 3 304 has a launch MSRP of $309, while the Core 5 130HL has no recorded launch MSRP. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The Core 3 304 uses the Wildcat Lake architecture built on a 3 nm process node, while the Core 5 130HL uses the Raptor Lake architecture built on a 10 nm process node. Both are manufactured by Intel, but the process node difference represents a substantial generational shift in manufacturing technology.

The Core 3 304's 5 cores and 5 threads indicate no simultaneous multithreading, meaning each physical core handles exactly one thread. The Core 5 130HL's 12 cores and 16 threads indicate that 4 cores support simultaneous multithreading, allowing those cores to handle two threads each. This architectural difference affects parallel workload handling, though the Core 3 304's benchmark data demonstrates its capabilities while the Core 5 130HL's remain unmeasured.

Cache hierarchy differs in structure. The Core 3 304 presents L1 cache as a single 192 KB figure and L2 cache as 2.5 MB, while the Core 5 130HL presents L1 as 80 KB per core and L2 as 2 MB per core. The Core 3 304's L3 cache totals 6 MB shared, while the Core 5 130HL's L3 cache totals 18 MB shared. Neither processor includes 3D V-Cache.

The integrated graphics differ in architecture and capability. The Core 3 304 integrates Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core, while the Core 5 130HL integrates Iris Xe Graphics with 80 execution units. Neither processor supports ECC memory.

Memory architecture differs in channel configuration and supported types. The Core 3 304 uses single-channel memory with DDR5 and LPDDR5X support, while the Core 5 130HL uses dual-channel memory with DDR4 and DDR5 support. The Core 3 304 records 59.7 GB/s memory bandwidth, while the Core 5 130HL has no recorded bandwidth figure.

The Verdict

The recorded data supports only one processor for performance verification: the Intel Core 3 304. Its 17 benchmark scores provide a complete picture of its capabilities, placing it at the 68th percentile of all CPUs with an average score of 13745. Its nearest rivals cluster within 1.4% of its average score, confirming competitive positioning against a range of processors from AMD and Intel.

The Core 3 304's single-core performance, with a Cinebench R23 score of 1765 and Passmark single-thread score of 3614, indicates strong responsiveness for lightly threaded applications. Its multi-core scores, particularly the Cinebench R20 result of 4160, show scalable performance across its 5 threads. The Passmark data compression score of 114775 highlights efficiency in memory-intensive operations.

The Core 5 130HL offers a larger core count at 12 cores and 16 threads, a higher base clock of 2.60 GHz, a higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz, and a larger shared L3 cache of 18 MB. It also supports dual-channel memory and a broader range of memory types including DDR4 and DDR5. These specifications suggest theoretical advantages in multi-threaded workloads and memory bandwidth. However, the database contains no benchmark results for the Core 5 130HL, so its actual performance cannot be confirmed.

For users prioritizing verified performance data, the Core 3 304 stands as the only processor with measured results in the database. Its 68th percentile ranking and narrow margins against established rivals like the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX and Intel Core i7-8750H provide confidence in its capabilities. The Core 5 130HL's specification sheet indicates potential, but without recorded benchmarks, any performance conclusion remains speculative. The database records what it measures, and for the Core 5 130HL, that is nothing.