Intel Core 5 330 vs Intel Core 7 150UL Comparison

The Verdict

The data presents an asymmetric comparison. The Intel Core 5 330 has a full suite of recorded benchmark results, while the Intel Core 7 150UL has no recorded benchmark scores in the database. The Core 5 330 sits at the 72nd percentile of all CPUs, with an average benchmark score of 18345. Its nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i3-14100 with an average score of 18318 (0.1% lower), the Intel Core 7 360 at 18374 (0.2% higher), the Intel Core i3-13100 at 18380 (0.2% higher), and the Intel Core 3 305 at 18302 (0.2% lower). The Core 7 150UL, by contrast, has a 50th percentile ranking and an average benchmark score of zero, with no rival entries.

For users who need measurable performance data, the Core 5 330 is the only option with verified results. It delivers a multi-thread score of 13150 in Cinebench R23 and a single-thread score of 1856 in the same test. The Core 7 150UL offers more cores and threads on paper, but without benchmark data, its real-world standing cannot be quantified against the Core 5 330 or any other processor. The Core 5 330 is the clear pick for anyone relying on database scores. The Core 7 150UL remains an unquantified alternative, suitable only for those who prioritize its architectural attributes over measured performance.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different Intel generations and process nodes. The Core 5 330 uses the Wildcat Lake codename and is built on a 3 nm process. The Core 7 150UL uses the Raptor Lake-PS codename with a 10 nm process. The Core 5 330 lists its generation as "Core 5 (Wildcat Lake)", while the Core 7 150UL lists "Core 7 (Raptor Lake-PS)". The Core 7 150UL explicitly names its architecture as Raptor Lake, while the Core 5 330 does not list a named architecture in the database.

Core counts differ substantially. The Core 5 330 has 6 cores and 6 threads, making it a purely 6-thread processor. The Core 7 150UL has 10 cores and 12 threads, indicating a hybrid arrangement with some cores lacking hyper-threading. Both processors have a 15 TDP, so the Core 7 150UL achieves its higher thread count within the same power envelope.

Cache layouts are distinct. The Core 5 330 has 192 KB of L1 cache, 2.5 MB of L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 7 150UL lists cache per core: 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 12 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 7 150UL therefore offers more total L3 cache, while the Core 5 330 uses a smaller process node.

Memory support differs as well. The Core 5 330 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X with a single-channel memory bus and a recorded memory bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s. The Core 7 150UL supports DDR4 and DDR5 with a dual-channel memory bus, but no memory bandwidth figure is recorded. The Core 5 330 uses a single-channel configuration, which is a notable difference from the dual-channel setup of the Core 7 150UL.

Integrated graphics differ. The Core 5 330 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The Core 7 150UL uses Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units. The Core 5 330 uses Intel BGA 1516 as its socket, while the Core 7 150UL uses Intel Socket 1700. The Core 5 330 is classified as a mobile segment processor, while the Core 7 150UL is classified as a desktop segment processor.

PCIe connectivity also differs. The Core 5 330 supports Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only). The Core 7 150UL supports Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). The Core 7 150UL offers two additional CPU PCIe lanes. Both processors have ECC memory support set to false.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 150UL has 10 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Core 5 330 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The Core 7 150UL leads by 4 cores and 6 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock?

A: The Intel Core 7 150UL has a boost clock of 5.00 GHz. The Intel Core 5 330 has a boost clock of 4.60 GHz. The Core 7 150UL is 0.40 GHz higher.

Q: Does the Intel Core 5 330 have recorded benchmark scores?

A: Yes. The Core 5 330 has a full set of scores including a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 13150 and a single-core score of 1856. Its average benchmark score is 18345.

Q: Does the Intel Core 7 150UL have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No. The database lists no benchmark entries for the Core 7 150UL. Its average benchmark score is zero and its percentile ranking is 50.

Q: What is the process node difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core 5 330 is built on a 3 nm process. The Intel Core 7 150UL is built on a 10 nm process. The Core 5 330 uses the more advanced node.

Q: Which processor supports more memory channels?

A: The Intel Core 7 150UL supports dual-channel memory. The Intel Core 5 330 supports single-channel memory. The Core 7 150UL has the advantage in memory channel count.

Q: What is the launch MSRP of the Intel Core 5 330?

A: The launch MSRP of the Intel Core 5 330 is $309. The Core 7 150UL has no launch MSRP listed in the database.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 5 330 | Intel Core 7 150UL |

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

| Cores | 6 | 10 |

| Threads | 6 | 12 |

| Base clock | 1.50 GHz | 1.70 GHz |

| Boost clock | 4.60 GHz | 5.00 GHz |

| Socket | Intel BGA 1516 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Wildcat Lake | Raptor Lake-PS |

| Generation | Core 5 (Wildcat Lake) | Core 7 (Raptor Lake-PS) |

| Process node | 3 nm | 10 nm |

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

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

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

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

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

| Memory bandwidth | 59.7 GB/s | Not recorded |

| PCIe | Gen 4, 6 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | Intel Xe3 Graphics (2 Xe) | Iris Xe Graphics 96EU |

| Market segment | Mobile | Desktop |

| Release date | 2026-04-15 | 2024-04-07 |

| Launch MSRP | $309 | Not listed |

| Part number | SAE3G | unknown |

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The head-to-head benchmark comparison is complicated by the absence of data for the Core 7 150UL. The database contains no benchmark entries for that processor, while the Core 5 330 has 17 recorded scores. Direct wins and losses between the two cannot be computed because the comparison requires scores from both sides. The wins counters for both processors stand at zero.

The Core 5 330's recorded performance can be assessed on its own. In Cinebench R15, it scores 1325 in multi-core and 186 in single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 5523 in multi-core and 779 in single-core. In Cinebench R23, it scores 13150 in multi-core and 1856 in single-core. These results place the processor at the 72nd percentile of all CPUs.

PassMark results for the Core 5 330 cover a range of workloads. The multi-thread score is 15471, and the single-thread score is 4088. Integer math scores 33258, floating point math scores 43885, and extended instructions score 12808. Data compression scores 145287, while data encryption scores 11076. Find prime numbers scores 114, physics scores 1201, and random string sorting scores 17771.

The Core 7 150UL has no such scores. Its 50th percentile ranking comes without any supporting benchmark data, which makes its position in the database provisional at best. The Core 5 330, by contrast, has a complete record that allows direct comparisons against its nearest rivals: the Intel Core i3-14100 (0.1% lower average score), the Intel Core 7 360 (0.2% higher), the Intel Core i3-13100 (0.2% higher), and the Intel Core 3 305 (0.2% lower).

Given the missing data for the Core 7 150UL, the only measurable conclusion is that the Core 5 330 provides a verified performance baseline while the Core 7 150UL remains an unmeasured entry. The Core 5 330's Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 13150 and PassMark multi-thread score of 15471 represent the only concrete performance numbers available in this comparison.