Intel Core 3 304 vs Intel Core Ultra 7 155UL Comparison

Intel Core 3 304 vs Intel Core Ultra 7 155UL

The database places the Intel Core 3 304 at the 68th percentile among all CPUs, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 155UL sits at the 50th percentile. The Core 3 304 carries an average benchmark score of 13745, whereas the Ultra 7 155UL has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, making direct numerical comparison impossible for most workloads. The Core 3 304 shows a 1.1% higher average score than the Intel Core 5 120UL, a 0.3% lower score than the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX, a 0.9% lower score than the Intel Core i7-8750H, and a 1.4% lower score than the AMD EPYC 7443. These rival comparisons anchor the Core 3 304’s position in the broader performance landscape, while the Ultra 7 155UL appears without any measured results.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark table in the database contains no entries, meaning no direct test results pair the Intel Core 3 304 against the Intel Core Ultra 7 155UL. The Core 3 304 has seventeen recorded benchmark scores across Cinebench and Passmark suites, while the Ultra 7 155UL has zero recorded scores. This absence of overlapping data prevents a side-by-side numerical comparison on any specific workload.

The Core 3 304 delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 5263 and a single-core score of 1765. In Cinebench R20, it reaches 4160 multi-core and 587 single-core. Cinebench R15 results show 849 multi-core and 264 single-core. Passmark results for the Core 3 304 include a multi-thread score of 11625, a single-thread score of 3614, integer math at 24640, floating-point math at 29722, extended instructions at 9686, data compression at 114775, data encryption at 8501, find prime numbers at 68, random string sorting at 13659, and physics at 868.

Because the Ultra 7 155UL has no benchmark entries, the data cannot show which processor wins any individual test. The nearest rival data for the Core 3 304 offers context: the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX averages 13786, only 0.3% above the Core 3 304, and the Intel Core i7-8750H averages 13868, 0.9% above. The Intel Core 5 120UL averages 13594, which is 1.1% below the Core 3 304, and the AMD EPYC 7443 averages 13936, 1.4% above. These deltas place the Core 3 304 within a tight band around its rivals, suggesting consistent mid-range performance, but they say nothing about the Ultra 7 155UL.

The recorded data indicates that the Core 3 304 is the only one of the two with measurable performance results. The Ultra 7 155UL’s absence from the benchmark table means any head-to-head analysis must rely on architectural and specification differences rather than test scores. The Core 3 304’s scores, such as a 5263 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 3614 in Passmark single-thread, define its capabilities, but no analogous figures exist for the Ultra 7 155UL.

Where Each One Wins

Without benchmark data for the Ultra 7 155UL, the wins for each processor must be inferred from their respective specifications and the Core 3 304’s measured results. The Core 3 304 wins in the category of verified performance, since the database contains its full set of Cinebench and Passmark scores. Its Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 5263 and Passmark multi-thread score of 11625 indicate solid multi-threaded throughput, while the single-core score of 3614 in Passmark and 1765 in Cinebench R23 point to strong single-thread performance for a 15 W part.

The Ultra 7 155UL wins on core and thread counts, offering 12 cores and 14 threads compared to the Core 3 304’s 5 cores and 5 threads. The Ultra 7 155UL also has a higher base clock of 1.70 GHz versus 1.50 GHz, and a higher boost clock of 4.80 GHz versus 4.30 GHz. These specifications suggest that the Ultra 7 155UL could handle more concurrent threads, but the lack of recorded scores means the data cannot confirm any performance advantage.

In memory bandwidth, the Ultra 7 155UL uses a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s, while the Core 3 304 uses a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s. This gives the Ultra 7 155UL a theoretical bandwidth advantage of 29.9 GB/s, which could benefit memory-intensive workloads. The Ultra 7 155UL also supports PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes, versus 6 lanes on the Core 3 304, offering more expansion capacity.

For integrated graphics, the Ultra 7 155UL uses Arc Xe-LPG 64EU, while the Core 3 304 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 1 Xe core. The Ultra 7 155UL’s graphics implementation appears more capable based on the EU count, though no graphics benchmarks exist in the database to quantify the difference. The Core 3 304’s wins are measured and concrete, while the Ultra 7 155UL’s wins are purely speculative based on its listed specifications.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel generations and use different manufacturing nodes. The Intel Core 3 304 uses the Wildcat Lake codename with a 3 nm process node, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 155UL uses the Meteor Lake-PS codename with a 7 nm process node. Both are built by Intel, but the 3 nm node on the Core 3 304 represents a smaller process geometry, which typically allows for higher efficiency and density, though the data does not provide transistor counts or die sizes to confirm this.

Cache configurations differ substantially. The Core 3 304 has 192 KB of L1 cache, 2.5 MB of L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ultra 7 155UL lists 112 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The per-core cache values on the Ultra 7 155UL scale with its 12 cores, yielding a larger total L3 allocation of 12 MB versus 6 MB on the Core 3 304. The Core 3 304’s L1 and L2 figures appear as aggregate values, while the Ultra 7 155UL’s are per-core, making direct total cache comparisons difficult without multiplication.

Memory support also diverges. The Core 3 304 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a single-channel bus and 59.7 GB/s bandwidth. The Ultra 7 155UL supports DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, though its memory support field notes that the configuration depends on the motherboard. Neither processor supports ECC memory.

The sockets differ as well. The Core 3 304 uses Intel BGA 1516, a mobile socket, while the Ultra 7 155UL uses Intel Socket 1851, a desktop platform. This aligns with their market segments: the Core 3 304 is listed as Mobile, and the Ultra 7 155UL is listed as Desktop. The Core 3 304’s release date is recorded as 2026-04-15, while the Ultra 7 155UL’s release date is 2024-04-07, placing the Ultra 7 155UL earlier in the production timeline.

The Core 3 304 has a launch MSRP of $309, and the Ultra 7 155UL has a launch MSRP of $426. Both processors have locked multipliers, meaning they do not support overclocking. The Ultra 7 155UL belongs to the Core Ultra Series 1 and uses the Meteor Lake architecture, while the Core 3 304 has no series listing and uses the Wildcat Lake architecture. The process node difference of 3 nm versus 7 nm is the most significant architectural distinction, followed by the cache and core count differences.

The Verdict

The data supports the Intel Core 3 304 for users who need verified performance metrics, as it holds a 68th percentile ranking and an average benchmark score of 13745. Its nearest rivals, including the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX at 13786 and the Intel Core i7-8750H at 13868, sit within 1.4% of its score, indicating that the Core 3 304 delivers competitive mid-range performance. The absence of benchmark data for the Ultra 7 155UL means the database cannot confirm any performance claims for that processor, so the Core 3 304 is the only one of the two with measured evidence of capability.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 155UL appeals to users who prioritize core count, thread count, and memory bandwidth based on its specifications. With 12 cores and 14 threads, a 4.80 GHz boost clock, dual-channel memory at 89.6 GB/s, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache, it offers a larger theoretical resource pool than the Core 3 304. However, its 50th percentile ranking and zero benchmark scores leave its actual performance unverified, so any decision in its favor relies on specification-based reasoning rather than recorded results.

The Core 3 304’s 3 nm process node suggests a newer manufacturing technology than the Ultra 7 155UL’s 7 nm node, which could influence efficiency, but the data does not include power draw measurements beyond the 15 W TDP shared by both processors. The Ultra 7 155UL’s dual-channel memory and higher bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s versus 59.7 GB/s may benefit workloads that saturate memory throughput, though no tests confirm this. The Core 3 304’s single-channel memory at 59.7 GB/s represents a potential bottleneck for such workloads, but its measured multi-core score of 5263 in Cinebench R23 shows it can still perform well in rendering tasks.

For users who require verified results, the Core 3 304 is the only choice with data backing its performance. For users who need more cores and threads and accept unverified specifications, the Ultra 7 155UL offers a higher core count and larger cache, but the database provides no evidence of its real-world speed. The record clearly favors the Core 3 304 in terms of available information, while the Ultra 7 155UL remains an unmeasured alternative.

FAQ

Q: Does the Intel Core Ultra 7 155UL have any benchmark scores in the database?

A: No, the database lists zero benchmark scores for the Intel Core Ultra 7 155UL, while the Intel Core 3 304 has seventeen recorded scores across Cinebench and Passmark tests.

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

A: The Core 3 304 scores 1.1% higher than the Intel Core 5 120UL, 0.3% lower than the AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3975WX, 0.9% lower than the Intel Core i7-8750H, and 1.4% lower than the AMD EPYC 7443.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 155UL has 12 cores and 14 threads, while the Intel Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads.

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

A: The Intel Core Ultra 7 155UL has a dual-channel bus with 89.6 GB/s bandwidth, while the Intel Core 3 304 has a single-channel bus with 59.7 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: What process nodes do the two processors use?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 uses a 3 nm process node, and the Intel Core Ultra 7 155UL uses a 7 nm process node, both manufactured by Intel.

Q: What are the market segments for these processors?

A: The Intel Core 3 304 is listed as Mobile with an Intel BGA 1516 socket, and the Intel Core Ultra 7 155UL is listed as Desktop with an Intel Socket 1851.

Specification Differences

The Intel Core 3 304 has 5 cores and 5 threads, while the Intel Core Ultra 7 155UL has 12 cores and 14 threads. The base clock is 1.50 GHz on the Core 3 304 versus 1.70 GHz on the Ultra 7 155UL, and the boost clock is 4.30 GHz versus 4.80 GHz. Both processors have a TDP of 15 W.

The Core 3 304 uses an Intel BGA 1516 socket, while the Ultra 7 155UL uses an Intel Socket 1851. The process node is 3 nm for the Core 3 304 and 7 nm for the Ultra 7 155UL. The Core 3 304 has a codename of Wildcat Lake, and the Ultra 7 155UL has a codename of Meteor Lake-PS, with the latter belonging to the Core Ultra Series 1.

Cache sizes differ: the Core 3 304 has 192 KB of L1, 2.5 MB of L2, and 6 MB of shared L3, while the Ultra 7 155UL has 112 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3. Memory support on the Core 3 304 includes DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a single-channel bus and 59.7 GB/s bandwidth, while the Ultra 7 155UL supports DDR5 with a dual-channel bus and 89.6 GB/s bandwidth.

PCIe lanes are 6 on the Core 3 304 and 8 on the Ultra 7 155UL, both Gen 4. Integrated graphics are Intel Xe3 Graphics (1 Xe) on the Core 3 304 and Arc Xe-LPG 64EU on the Ultra 7 155UL. The market segment is Mobile for the Core 3 304 and Desktop for the Ultra 7 155UL. Release dates are 2026-04-15 for the Core 3 304 and 2024-04-07 for the Ultra 7 155UL. Launch MSRP is $309 for the Core 3 304 and $426 for the Ultra 7 155UL. Both have locked multipliers, and neither supports ECC memory.