Intel Core 7 253PQE vs Intel Processor 300 Comparison

FAQ

Q: What is the fundamental core and thread difference between these two processors?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE offers 10 cores and 20 threads, while the Intel Processor 300 provides 2 cores and 4 threads. This represents a fivefold difference in core count and a fivefold difference in thread count.

Q: How do their clock speeds compare?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE has a base clock of 3.50 GHz and a boost clock of 5.70 GHz. The Intel Processor 300 has a higher base clock of 3.90 GHz but no boost clock is recorded in the database.

Q: What is the performance percentile ranking for each processor?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE sits at the 91st percentile among all CPUs in the database. The Intel Processor 300 ranks at the 50th percentile.

Q: Do these processors support the same memory types?

A: Both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory in a dual-channel configuration. The Intel Core 7 253PQE also supports ECC memory, while the Intel Processor 300 does not.

Q: What integrated graphics do they carry?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PQE includes UHD Graphics 770. The Intel Processor 300 includes UHD Graphics 710.

Q: When were these processors released?

A: The Intel Processor 300 launched on January 7, 2024. The Intel Core 7 253PQE arrived later, with a release date of March 8, 2026.

The Verdict

The data presents an unambiguous split. The Intel Core 7 253PQE dominates across every recorded benchmark category. Its average benchmark score of 55,919 places it in the 91st percentile of all CPUs, while the Intel Processor 300 has no recorded benchmark scores and sits at the 50th percentile.

The Intel Processor 300 serves a distinct purpose. It is a small, efficient desktop part with just 2 cores and 4 threads, a 46 W TDP, and a launch MSRP of $82. It is positioned for basic computing tasks, light productivity, and systems where power draw and cost are primary considerations. The recorded data shows no benchmark results for this chip, indicating its modest performance envelope.

The Intel Core 7 253PQE, with a launch MSRP of $409, is the clear choice for multi-threaded workloads, content creation, software compilation, and any scenario where parallel processing matters. Its 10 cores, 20 threads, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache provide substantial headroom. The 125 W TDP signals a higher power requirement, but the performance payoff is evident in the benchmark scores.

Buyers who need raw compute throughput should select the Intel Core 7 253PQE. Buyers who require a low-power, minimal-footprint desktop processor for everyday tasks should consider the Intel Processor 300. The data does not support any other conclusion.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records no direct head-to-head benchmark comparisons between these two processors. However, the Intel Core 7 253PQE has a comprehensive set of 17 benchmark scores, while the Intel Processor 300 has none. This absence of data for the Intel Processor 300 is itself informative.

The Intel Core 7 253PQE achieves a Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 31,390 and a single-core score of 4,431. In Cinebench R20, it scores 13,183 multi-core and 1,861 single-core. The Cinebench R15 results show 3,163 multi-core and 446 single-core.

PassMark results for the Intel Core 7 253PQE include a multi-thread score of 41,656 and a single-thread score of 4,389. Integer math reaches 137,795, floating point math hits 105,279, and extended instructions score 32,390. Data compression records 487,335, data encryption scores 25,515, and random string sorting reaches 54,222. Physics testing yields 2,970, and finding prime numbers scores 206.

The Intel Processor 300 does not appear in any of these test categories within the database. This means the comparison is one-sided: the Intel Core 7 253PQE provides measurable performance across all tested dimensions, while the Intel Processor 300 has no recorded measurements to compare against.

The nearest rivals to the Intel Core 7 253PQE provide context for its performance tier. The Intel Core i9-14900HX averages 56,004, a delta of -0.2 percent from the 253PQE. The AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 averages 56,273, a delta of -0.6 percent. The AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX PRO 470 averages 56,306, a delta of -0.7 percent. The AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 3955WX averages 56,555, a delta of -1.1 percent. These figures place the Intel Core 7 253PQE in close competition with high-end mobile and workstation parts, all within roughly one percent of each other.

Specification Differences

The core and thread counts differ substantially: 10 cores and 20 threads for the Intel Core 7 253PQE versus 2 cores and 4 threads for the Intel Processor 300.

Clock speeds differ. The Intel Core 7 253PQE runs at 3.50 GHz base and 5.70 GHz boost. The Intel Processor 300 runs at 3.90 GHz base with no recorded boost clock.

TDP levels are far apart: 125 W for the Intel Core 7 253PQE and 46 W for the Intel Processor 300.

Cache configurations differ. The Intel Core 7 253PQE has 80 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of L2 per core, and 33 MB of shared L3. The Intel Processor 300 has 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 6 MB of shared L3.

Memory bandwidth is recorded only for the Intel Core 7 253PQE at 89.6 GB/s. The Intel Processor 300 has no bandwidth figure in the database.

ECC memory support is present on the Intel Core 7 253PQE and absent on the Intel Processor 300.

Integrated graphics differ: UHD Graphics 770 versus UHD Graphics 710.

The die size for the Intel Processor 300 is 163 mm². The Intel Core 7 253PQE has no recorded die size.

Both processors share the Intel Socket 1700, dual-channel memory support, DDR4 and DDR5 compatibility, PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), and a locked multiplier.

Architecture Differences

The Intel Core 7 253PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 7 (Bartlett Lake) generation. The Intel Processor 300 uses the Raptor Lake architecture and the Raptor Lake-S codename, belonging to the Intel Processor (Raptor Lake) generation.

Both are built on a 10 nm process node at Intel's foundry.

The cache hierarchy reflects their different positioning. The Intel Core 7 253PQE allocates 2 MB of L2 per core, which is higher than the Intel Processor 300's 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache difference is dramatic: 33 MB shared versus 6 MB shared.

The Intel Core 7 253PQE supports ECC memory, a feature often associated with workstation and reliability-focused applications. The Intel Processor 300 does not.

The market segment for both is Desktop, and both are Active in production status.

The Intel Processor 300 has a recorded die size of 163 mm², while the Intel Core 7 253PQE does not have this measurement in the database.

The part numbers differ: SA4QA for the Intel Core 7 253PQE and SRN3J for the Intel Processor 300.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 253PQE wins in every measured performance category. Its multi-threaded capabilities are the standout feature. The 20 threads allow it to handle heavily parallel workloads, and the Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 31,390 reflects this strength. The PassMark multi-thread score of 41,656 confirms the same pattern. The data suggests this processor is well suited for video rendering, 3D modeling, code compilation, simulation, and any workload that scales with thread count.

The Intel Core 7 253PQE also demonstrates strong single-thread performance. The Cinebench R23 single-core score of 4,431 and PassMark single-thread score of 4,389 indicate fast response in lightly threaded applications. The 5.70 GHz boost clock supports this.

The Intel Processor 300 wins in efficiency and simplicity. Its 46 W TDP is dramatically lower than the 125 W TDP of the Intel Core 7 253PQE. Its 2 cores and 4 threads are sufficient for basic desktop tasks, web browsing, document editing, and media playback. The higher base clock of 3.90 GHz means that for a single-threaded task, the Intel Processor 300 may feel responsive despite its limited core count. The 163 mm² die size and smaller cache footprint suggest a simpler, lower-cost design.

The Intel Processor 300 also wins on release timing, having been available since January 2024, while the Intel Core 7 253PQE arrived in March 2026. For systems that require a modest processor with a low power envelope, the Intel Processor 300 fits that role. For any workload where performance matters, the Intel Core 7 253PQE is the only choice supported by the data.

The nearest rival scores for the Intel Core 7 253PQE show it trading positions with high-end processors from both Intel and AMD. The Intel Core i9-14900HX is essentially tied at -0.2 percent, and the AMD Ryzen AI Max 390 is within -0.6 percent. This indicates that the Intel Core 7 253PQE competes in a performance tier far above the Intel Processor 300, which has no recorded rival comparisons at all.