Intel Core 7 253PE vs Intel Processor 300 Comparison

Intel Core 7 253PE vs Intel Processor 300

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 7 253PE holds a commanding position in the database's performance rankings, while the Intel Processor 300 occupies a much more modest tier. The Core 7 253PE sits in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, whereas the Intel Processor 300 sits in the 50th percentile.

Because the Intel Processor 300 has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, the comparison is defined by the absolute performance of the Core 7 253PE and the absence of measurable data for its rival. The Core 7 253PE delivers a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 24,880 and a single-core score of 3,512. In Cinebench R20, it records 10,449 multi-core and 1,475 single-core points. The R15 results show 2,507 multi-core and 354 single-core points.

The Core 7 253PE's PassMark results reinforce its multi-threaded strength. It scores 29,271 in multithread, 114,158 in integer math, 80,870 in floating point math, and 21,806 in extended instructions. Data compression reaches 339,133, while encryption hits 18,385. Random string sorting completes at 32,777, and prime number finding scores 138. Physics simulation scores 1,845. Single-thread performance registers 3,955 on both PassMark single-thread tests.

The average benchmark score for the Core 7 253PE is 40,557. Its nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core 5 223PE at 40,585, which is 0.1 percent behind, and the Intel Core Ultra X7 368H at 40,518, which is 0.1 percent ahead. The Intel Xeon 6357P scores 40,630, trailing by 0.2 percent, while the AMD Ryzen 9 7940H sits at 40,431, 0.3 percent behind the Core 7 253PE.

These margins are tight. The Core 7 253PE effectively trades blows with its closest competitors, all within a 0.3 percent band. This indicates that the Core 7 253PE is positioned at the top of its performance class, not as an outlier but as a peer among strong alternatives.

For the Intel Processor 300, there are no benchmark scores to report. Its average benchmark score is listed as zero, and it has no nearest rivals. The database contains no measurable wins for either processor in a direct head-to-head, as the head-to-head benchmark array is empty.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share a socket, both using Intel Socket 1700, and both are built on a 10 nm process node by Intel. They also share the same PCIe configuration: Gen 5 with 16 lanes from the CPU. Memory support is identical, with DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel layout. The Core 7 253PE lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the Intel Processor 300 has no recorded memory bandwidth figure.

The core configurations diverge sharply. The Core 7 253PE has 10 cores and 20 threads, while the Intel Processor 300 has 2 cores and 4 threads. This is a 5x difference in core count and a 5x difference in thread count. The Core 7 253PE runs a base clock of 2.50 GHz and boosts to 5.50 GHz. The Intel Processor 300 runs a base clock of 3.90 GHz and has no boost clock listed.

Cache allocation differs. Both use an 80 KB L1 cache per core, but the L2 cache is 2 MB per core on the Core 7 253PE versus 1.25 MB per core on the Intel Processor 300. The L3 cache is 33 MB shared on the Core 7 253PE versus 6 MB shared on the Intel Processor 300. The Core 7 253PE has substantially more total cache, which supports its higher core count and thread capacity.

The Core 7 253PE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 7 generation. The Intel Processor 300 uses the Raptor Lake architecture, codename Raptor Lake-S, and belongs to the Intel Processor generation. The Intel Processor 300 has a recorded die size of 163 mm², while the Core 7 253PE has no die size listed.

Integrated graphics differ. The Core 7 253PE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Intel Processor 300 uses UHD Graphics 710. The Core 7 253PE supports ECC memory, while the Intel Processor 300 does not. Both processors have locked multipliers.

The Core 7 253PE has a TDP of 65 watts, while the Intel Processor 300 has a TDP of 46 watts. The Core 7 253PE was released in March 2026, while the Intel Processor 300 was released in January 2024. The part numbers are SA4QE for the Core 7 253PE and SRN3J for the Intel Processor 300.

Where Each One Wins

The data shows a clear split: the Core 7 253PE wins every measurable category because it has measurable performance and the Intel Processor 300 has none. The Core 7 253PE delivers 5x the cores and 5x the threads. Its L3 cache is 5.5x larger at 33 MB versus 6 MB. Its boost clock reaches 5.50 GHz, while the Intel Processor 300 has no boost clock listed.

The Core 7 253PE's TDP is higher at 65 watts versus 46 watts, which reflects its additional cores and higher peak performance. The Intel Processor 300's advantage is its higher base clock of 3.90 GHz versus 2.50 GHz, which can help in lightly threaded tasks that rely on a single core without boosting.

In multi-core workloads, the Core 7 253PE is the clear choice. Its 20 threads and large shared L3 cache allow it to handle parallel tasks with far greater throughput. The PassMark multithread score of 29,271 confirms this. In single-threaded tasks, the Core 7 253PE still leads based on its 5.50 GHz boost clock, but the Intel Processor 300's higher base clock could provide a more consistent baseline in situations where boosting is not sustained.

The Intel Processor 300's lower TDP makes it a lighter load on cooling and power delivery. Its 2 cores and 4 threads are sufficient for basic desktop use, but the recorded data shows no performance scores to validate any specific strength.

The Core 7 253PE supports ECC memory, which is an advantage for workstation or server-adjacent use cases. The Intel Processor 300 lacks ECC support. Both processors use the same socket and memory types, so platform compatibility is similar, but the Core 7 253PE brings more compute resources to that platform.

The Verdict

The database shows that the Intel Core 7 253PE is the higher-performing processor by every measured metric. It has 10 cores versus 2, 20 threads versus 4, a 5.50 GHz boost clock versus no boost clock, and a 33 MB L3 cache versus 6 MB. Its average benchmark score of 40,557 places it in the 87th percentile of all CPUs, and it competes within 0.3 percent of older high-end parts like the AMD Ryzen 9 7940H.

The Intel Processor 300 has no recorded benchmark scores, placing it in the 50th percentile with a zero average score. It cannot be compared on performance because the database has no data for it. Its only listed advantages are a higher base clock, a lower TDP, and a lower launch MSRP of $82.

A builder choosing between these two should use the Core 7 253PE for any workload that benefits from multiple cores, high boost clocks, or ECC memory. Its 20 threads and large cache are suited to rendering, compilation, and other parallel tasks. The Intel Processor 300 is a simpler part: 2 cores, 4 threads, no ECC, and no boost clock. It may serve in a basic desktop role, but the recorded data offers no evidence of its performance.

The Core 7 253PE carries a launch MSRP of $384. The Intel Processor 300 carries a launch MSRP of $82. The price difference is substantial, but the performance difference is even larger, with the Core 7 253PE offering 5x the cores and a much higher peak clock.

For a system that needs sustained multi-threaded performance, the Core 7 253PE is the only choice in this pair. For a minimal, low-power desktop build, the Intel Processor 300 could suffice, but it lacks the recorded performance data to support any strong claim.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has 10 cores and 20 threads. The Intel Processor 300 has 2 cores and 4 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock of each processor?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE boosts to 5.50 GHz. The Intel Processor 300 has no boost clock listed in the database.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor have?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has 33 MB shared L3 cache. The Intel Processor 300 has 6 MB shared L3 cache.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE supports ECC memory. The Intel Processor 300 does not.

Q: What is the TDP difference?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PE has a TDP of 65 watts. The Intel Processor 300 has a TDP of 46 watts.

Q: Which processor has a higher base clock?

A: The Intel Processor 300 has a base clock of 3.90 GHz, which is higher than the Core 7 253PE's base clock of 2.50 GHz.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 7 253PE | Intel Processor 300 |

| :--- | :--- | :--- |

| Cores | 10 | 2 |

| Threads | 20 | 4 |

| Base Clock | 2.50 GHz | 3.90 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.50 GHz | None listed |

| TDP | 65 W | 46 W |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-S |

| Architecture | None listed | Raptor Lake |

| Generation | Core 7 (Bartlett Lake) | Intel Processor (Raptor Lake) |

| Die Size | None listed | 163 mm² |

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

| L3 Cache | 33 MB (shared) | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | None listed |

| ECC Memory | True | False |

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

| Release Date | March 2026 | January 2024 |

| Launch MSRP | $384 | $82 |

| Part Number | SA4QE | SRN3J |