Intel Core 7 150U vs Intel Core 7 253PE Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a decisive performance gap between the Intel Core 7 150U and the Intel Core 7 253PE. Across all 17 shared benchmark comparisons, the Core 7 253PE takes the win. The Core 7 150U does not secure a single victory in any of the recorded tests, making this one of the most one-sided head-to-head matchups in the database.

The largest margin appears in Cinebench R23 multicore. The Core 7 253PE scores 24880, while the Core 7 150U manages 8883. That places the Core 7 253PE 64.3% ahead. This is the single biggest delta in the entire comparison. The multicore advantage is consistent across other Cinebench versions as well. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Core 7 253PE scores 2507 against 1505.5, a 39.9% lead. In Cinebench R20 multicore, the Core 7 253PE scores 10449 against 5248, a 49.8% lead.

Single-core results follow the same pattern, though the gaps are smaller. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Core 7 253PE scores 3512 versus 1875.5, a 46.6% advantage. Cinebench R20 single-core shows a 49.8% lead with scores of 1475 and 740. Cinebench R15 single-core narrows to a 28.2% lead, with 354 against 254. The PassMark single-thread test shows the smallest overall gap at 11.3%, with scores of 3955 and 3508.

The PassMark suite reveals where the Core 7 253PE extends its lead most dramatically. Extended instructions show a 59.9% advantage, with scores of 21806 and 8748. Find prime numbers sees a 58% gap, with 138 against 58. Floating point math runs 57.5% ahead, scoring 80870 versus 34405. Integer math follows at 55.3%, with 114158 against 51057. Data compression shows a 53.2% gap, scoring 339133 versus 158622. Data encryption sits at 45.5% ahead, with 18385 against 10025. Multithread performance lands at 49.8%, with 29271 versus 14700. Physics scores 1845 against 1012, a 45.1% lead. Random string sorting completes the list with a 44.3% gap, scoring 32777 versus 18269.

The average benchmark score reinforces the overall picture. The Core 7 150U carries an average benchmark score of 17395 and sits in the 71st percentile among all CPUs. The Core 7 253PE posts an average of 40557 and sits in the 87th percentile. That percentile difference of 16 points places the two processors in clearly different performance tiers. The Core 7 253PE also sits near a different class of rivals in the database, with its nearest competitors including the AMD Ryzen 9 7940H and Intel Core Ultra X7 368H. The Core 7 150U instead lands near the AMD Ryzen 5 4500 and AMD Ryzen 5 4600G.

FAQ

Q: Which processor wins the most benchmarks in this comparison?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE wins all 17 head-to-head benchmark comparisons recorded in the database. The Intel Core 7 150U records zero wins.

Q: What is the largest performance gap between the two processors?

A: The largest gap is in Cinebench R23 multicore, where the Core 7 253PE leads by 64.3% with a score of 24880 versus 8883.

Q: How do the two processors compare on single-core performance?

A: The Core 7 253PE leads in every single-core test. The smallest margin is 11.3% in PassMark single-thread, and the largest is 49.8% in Cinebench R20 single-core.

Q: Which processor has the higher average benchmark score?

A: The Core 7 253PE has an average benchmark score of 40557, compared to 17395 for the Core 7 150U.

Q: How do their CPU percentiles compare?

A: The Core 7 150U sits in the 71st percentile among all CPUs, while the Core 7 253PE sits in the 87th percentile.

Q: Are there any benchmark categories where the Core 7 150U comes close to matching the Core 7 253PE?

A: The closest result is PassMark single-thread, where the Core 7 150U trails by only 11.3%. The next closest is Cinebench R15 single-core at a 28.2% deficit.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 7 253PE wins every recorded benchmark, so the use-case split is defined by the magnitude of its advantages rather than by category wins. For workloads that depend heavily on multicore throughput, the Core 7 253PE is the dominant part. Cinebench R23 multicore shows a 64.3% lead, and Cinebench R20 multicore shows a 49.8% lead. Rendering, compilation, and other parallel workloads would benefit from this margin.

For workloads that lean on extended instruction sets, the Core 7 253PE shows a 59.9% advantage. Data compression and encryption workloads also favor it strongly, with leads of 53.2% and 45.5% respectively. Floating point math and integer math follow, with leads of 57.5% and 55.3%. These are compute-heavy tasks where the Core 7 253PE's additional threads and larger cache likely contribute to the gap.

The Core 7 150U keeps its closest margin in single-threaded performance. The 11.3% gap in PassMark single-thread means that lightly threaded tasks, such as basic office productivity or web browsing, would show a smaller real-world difference between the two. Even so, the Core 7 253PE still leads in every single-core test. The Core 7 150U does not have a single benchmark category where it pulls ahead, so any use-case split must acknowledge that the Core 7 253PE is the stronger choice across the board.

Specification Differences

The two processors share several core specifications but diverge in key areas. Both have 10 cores and support DDR4 and DDR5 memory. Both use dual-channel memory buses. Both are built on a 10 nm process at Intel. Both have locked multipliers. Neither has a listed transistor count or die size in the database.

The first major difference is thread count. The Core 7 150U has 12 threads, while the Core 7 253PE has 20 threads. That is an 8-thread difference and likely a major factor in the multicore benchmark gaps.

Base and boost clocks differ as well. The Core 7 150U runs at a 1.80 GHz base clock and a 5.40 GHz boost clock. The Core 7 253PE runs at a 2.50 GHz base clock and a 5.50 GHz boost clock. The Core 7 253PE is faster in both metrics.

Thermal design power differs substantially. The Core 7 150U has a TDP of 15 watts, while the Core 7 253PE has a TDP of 65 watts. This reflects their different market segments and intended power envelopes.

Socket compatibility also differs. The Core 7 150U uses Intel BGA 1744, while the Core 7 253PE uses Intel Socket 1700. The BGA socket indicates a soldered mobile part, while Socket 1700 is a desktop socket.

Memory bandwidth is listed for the Core 7 253PE at 89.6 GB/s. The Core 7 150U does not have a listed memory bandwidth figure in the database. ECC memory support also differs: the Core 7 150U does not support ECC, while the Core 7 253PE does.

PCIe capabilities differ. The Core 7 150U supports PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes from the CPU. The Core 7 253PE supports PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU.

Integrated graphics differ. The Core 7 150U uses Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units. The Core 7 253PE uses UHD Graphics 730.

Market segment and release timing differ. The Core 7 150U is a mobile part released on January 7, 2024. The Core 7 253PE is a desktop part released on March 8, 2026. The Core 7 253PE has a launch MSRP of $384.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from different architectural families. The Core 7 150U is built on Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-U codename. The Core 7 253PE is built on the Bartlett Lake codename, with no architecture name listed in the database. The generation strings reflect this split: the Core 7 150U is listed as Core 7 (Raptor Lake-U), while the Core 7 253PE is listed as Core 7 (Bartlett Lake).

Cache configurations differ significantly. Both have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache, however, is 1.25 MB per core on the Core 7 150U and 2 MB per core on the Core 7 253PE. The L3 cache shows an even larger divide: the Core 7 150U has 12 MB shared, while the Core 7 253PE has 33 MB shared. That 21 MB difference in L3 cache is substantial and likely contributes to the performance gap in cache-sensitive workloads.

Threading architecture also differs, as noted above. The Core 7 150U supports 12 threads across 10 cores, while the Core 7 253PE supports 20 threads across the same 10-core count. This indicates different simultaneous multithreading implementations.

The integrated graphics architectures are different as well. The Core 7 150U uses Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units, while the Core 7 253PE uses UHD Graphics 730. Neither part appears designed primarily for integrated graphics performance given their respective market positions.

The Verdict

The data points to a clear separation between these two processors. The Intel Core 7 253PE is the stronger performer in every recorded benchmark, with leads ranging from 11.3% in PassMark single-thread to 64.3% in Cinebench R23 multicore. Its average benchmark score of 40557 is more than double the Core 7 150U's 17395. Its 87th percentile ranking versus the Core 7 150U's 71st percentile further confirms the gap.

The Core 7 253PE brings more threads, a higher base clock, a higher boost clock, a larger L2 cache per core, a much larger L3 cache, PCIe Gen 5 support, and ECC memory support. These are structural advantages that show up consistently across the benchmark suite. It also carries a higher TDP of 65 watts versus 15 watts, which reflects a desktop design intended for sustained performance.

The Core 7 150U is the part to choose only when its specific characteristics matter more than raw performance. It is a mobile processor on a BGA socket, built for lower power operation. Its 15-watt TDP makes it suitable for compact systems, while the Core 7 253PE's 65-watt TDP points to desktop use. The Core 7 150U also uses Iris Xe Graphics with 96 execution units, which is a more capable integrated graphics solution than the UHD Graphics 730 found in the Core 7 253PE.

For any workload where compute performance is the priority, the recorded benchmarks favor the Core 7 253PE without exception. For a system where power efficiency, mobile form factor, and integrated graphics capability matter more, the Core 7 150U has a defined role. The performance gap, however, is not close. The Core 7 253PE wins every benchmark in the database, and buyers choosing between the two should base the decision on platform requirements rather than expected performance parity.