Intel Core 5 213PTE vs Intel Processor 300 Comparison

The Verdict

The Intel Core 5 213PTE and Intel Processor 300 occupy opposite ends of the desktop performance spectrum, and the recorded data makes that separation explicit. The Core 5 213PTE sits at the 83rd percentile among all CPUs in the database, with an average benchmark score of 32924, placing it in direct competition with processors like the Intel Core i7-12700 (32942, -0.1% delta) and the AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D (33079, -0.5% delta). The Intel Processor 300, by contrast, lands at the 50th percentile with no recorded benchmark scores or rivals in the database, indicating an entry-level position.

The Core 5 213PTE delivers 8 cores and 16 threads with a boost clock of 5.20 GHz, while the Processor 300 offers 2 cores and 4 threads at a fixed 3.90 GHz base clock with no boost capability. The multi-threaded gap is enormous, as the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 21751 for the Core 5 213PTE versus the absence of any recorded score for the Processor 300 demonstrates. The Processor 300 simply lacks the resources to compete in heavily threaded workloads.

The Verdict: the Core 5 213PTE is for builders who need substantial multi-core throughput, high single-core speed, and a modern feature set such as ECC memory support and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Processor 300 is for basic desktop use where two cores and four threads suffice, where a lower launch MSRP matters, and where the 163 mm² die size and Raptor Lake architecture provide a simple, efficient foundation. The data does not support treating these as interchangeable options.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 5 213PTE wins decisively in every recorded benchmark category. The Cinebench R15 multicore score of 2192 and R20 multicore score of 9135 show strong scaling across 16 threads. The R23 single-core score of 3070 indicates excellent per-thread performance, driven by the 5.20 GHz boost clock. In PassMark tests, the Core 5 213PTE records 25590 in multithread, 93109 in integer math, 71722 in floating point math, and 261083 in data compression. These figures represent a processor that handles content creation, compilation, and scientific workloads with authority.

The Intel Processor 300 has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, so the data cannot confirm specific wins for this chip. However, its fixed 3.90 GHz base clock and 2-core/4-thread configuration suggest it is suited for tasks that are latency-sensitive rather than throughput-heavy. The lower TDP of 46 watts (versus 45 for the Core 5 213PTE, essentially identical) and the absence of boost behavior mean the Processor 300 runs at a constant pace, which can be preferable for simple, predictable workloads like web browsing, office documents, and light media playback.

The Core 5 213PTE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Processor 300 uses UHD Graphics 710, so the former has a slight integrated graphics advantage. The Core 5 213PTE also supports ECC memory, a feature absent from the Processor 300, which matters for users running error-sensitive workloads such as file servers or scientific computation.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share the Intel Socket 1700 platform, the 10 nm process node, and Intel as the foundry, but their internal designs diverge sharply. The Core 5 213PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 generation, while the Processor 300 uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-S codename. Bartlett Lake represents a newer design generation, as reflected in the release dates: the Core 5 213PTE launched on 2026-03-08, while the Processor 300 launched on 2024-01-07.

Core counts differ fundamentally: the Core 5 213PTE has 8 cores and 16 threads, the Processor 300 has 2 cores and 4 threads. Cache allocation follows the same pattern. The Core 5 213PTE has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 24 MB of shared L3. The Processor 300 also has 80 KB of L1 per core, but only 1.25 MB of L2 per core and 6 MB of shared L3. The Core 5 213PTE therefore has four times the L3 cache and 60% more L2 per core, which directly impacts data-heavy workloads.

Clock behavior differs as well. The Core 5 213PTE runs at 2.10 GHz base and boosts to 5.20 GHz, providing a wide dynamic range. The Processor 300 runs at a fixed 3.90 GHz with no boost clock listed, meaning it cannot increase frequency under load. The Core 5 213PTE also has a higher TDP at 45 watts versus 46 watts for the Processor 300, a negligible difference given the massive core-count disparity.

Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory through a dual-channel bus, and both expose PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The Core 5 213PTE lists 76.8 GB/s memory bandwidth, while the Processor 300 has no recorded bandwidth figure. The Core 5 213PTE supports ECC memory; the Processor 300 does not. Neither processor has an unlocked multiplier, so overclocking is not available for either chip.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 5 213PTE has 8 cores and 16 threads. The Intel Processor 300 has 2 cores and 4 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference?

A: The Core 5 213PTE boosts to 5.20 GHz from a 2.10 GHz base. The Processor 300 has no boost clock listed and runs at a fixed 3.90 GHz base clock.

Q: Do both processors support ECC memory?

A: No. The Core 5 213PTE supports ECC memory. The Processor 300 does not list ECC support.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The Core 5 213PTE has 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The Processor 300 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Core 5 213PTE has an average benchmark score of 32924 and sits at the 83rd percentile. The Processor 300 has no recorded average benchmark score and sits at the 50th percentile.

Q: What are the integrated graphics models?

A: The Core 5 213PTE uses UHD Graphics 730. The Processor 300 uses UHD Graphics 710.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between these two processors, but the Core 5 213PTE has a full set of recorded scores, while the Processor 300 has none. The absence of data for the Processor 300 is itself informative: the database does not consider it competitive enough to warrant benchmark entries.

For the Core 5 213PTE, the Cinebench R23 multicore score of 21751 is the strongest recorded result, indicating a processor that can sustain heavy multi-threaded loads. The R23 single-core score of 3070 shows that the 5.20 GHz boost clock delivers competitive per-thread performance. In PassMark, the integer math score of 93109 and floating point math score of 71722 demonstrate balanced arithmetic throughput, while the data compression score of 261083 points to strong memory subsystem performance.

The nearest rivals to the Core 5 213PTE in the database provide context. The Intel Core i7-12700 averages 32942, just 0.1% above the Core 5 213PTE, placing the two effectively on par. The AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D averages 33079, which is 0.5% above, while the AMD Ryzen 7 8700G averages 33089, also 0.5% above. The AMD Ryzen 7 PRO 6850H averages 32812, which is 0.3% below the Core 5 213PTE. These deltas are all within 1%, meaning the Core 5 213PTE performs within a narrow band of these established mid-range and high-end parts.

The Processor 300 has no rivals listed in the database, reinforcing its position as a standalone entry-level part. Its 50th percentile ranking indicates it sits at the median of all CPUs in the database, which is a reasonable position for a basic desktop processor but far below the 83rd percentile occupied by the Core 5 213PTE.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 213PTE | Intel Processor 300 |

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

| Cores | 8 | 2 |

| Threads | 16 | 4 |

| Base Clock | 2.10 GHz | 3.90 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.20 GHz | None listed |

| TDP | 45 W | 46 W |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-S |

| Architecture | Core 5 (Bartlett Lake) | Raptor Lake |

| Process Node | 10 nm | 10 nm |

| Die Size | Not listed | 163 mm² |

| L1 Cache | 80 KB (per core) | 80 KB (per core) |

| L2 Cache | 2 MB (per core) | 1.25 MB (per core) |

| L3 Cache | 24 MB (shared) | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bandwidth | 76.8 GB/s | Not listed |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | UHD Graphics 710 |

| Release Date | 2026-03-08 | 2024-01-07 |

| Launch MSRP | $221 | $82 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |

| Part Number | SA4QM | SRN3J |

The shared platform elements include Intel Socket 1700, DDR4 and DDR5 memory support with a dual-channel bus, PCIe Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, and the 10 nm process node from Intel. The Core 5 213PTE carries a higher launch MSRP of $221, while the Processor 300 has a launch MSRP of $82. Both are Active in production status and target the desktop market segment.

The Core 5 213PTE offers four times the L3 cache, 60% more L2 per core, four times the core count, and a boost clock that the Processor 300 lacks entirely. The Processor 300 counters with a higher base clock, a smaller die, and a lower launch MSRP. These differences map directly to the performance gap observed in the benchmark data: the Core 5 213PTE is a mid-range to high-end part, while the Processor 300 is an entry-level part with a fixed operating point.