Intel Core 7 253PTE vs Intel Processor U301L Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Core 7 253PTE is the clear performance leader in this comparison, holding wins across every recorded benchmark category. The Intel Processor U301L has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, leaving the Core 7 253PTE as the only chip with measurable performance data. The Core 7 253PTE sits at the 84th percentile of all CPUs tracked, while the U301L sits at the 50th percentile, a substantial gap that reflects their different market positions.

The Core 7 253PTE targets desktop workloads with a 45 W TDP and a 10-core, 20-thread configuration. Its benchmark results show strength in both multithreaded and single-threaded tasks. The Cinebench R23 multicore score of 21276 and single-core score of 3003 indicate a processor capable of handling demanding productivity applications. PassMark integer math at 119552 and floating point math at 67209 further confirm its compute-oriented design.

The U301L, by contrast, is a mobile-focused processor with a 15 W TDP and a 5-core, 6-thread layout. Its lack of recorded benchmarks means the database cannot quantify its performance, but its specifications position it for efficiency rather than raw throughput. The Core 7 253PTE wins all head-to-head comparisons by default, simply because it has data where the U301L has none.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share a manufacturing process: both use Intel's 10 nm node and both are built by Intel. However, their underlying designs diverge significantly. The Core 7 253PTE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 7 (Bartlett Lake) generation. The U301L uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-PS codename and belongs to the Intel Processor (Raptor Lake) generation.

Core counts differ sharply. The Core 7 253PTE provides 10 cores and 20 threads, while the U301L provides 5 cores and 6 threads. This means the Core 7 253PTE has double the cores and more than triple the threads, which directly explains its multithreaded benchmark dominance. The cache hierarchy also reflects this gap. The Core 7 253PTE carries 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The U301L also has 80 KB of L1 per core but drops to 1.25 MB of L2 per core and only 8 MB of shared L3. The Core 7 253PTE's L3 cache is more than four times larger, a meaningful advantage for workloads that repeatedly access large datasets.

Clock speeds further separate the two. The Core 7 253PTE runs at 1.80 GHz base and boosts to 5.40 GHz. The U301L runs at 1.20 GHz base and boosts to 2.20 GHz. The boost clock difference is particularly stark: the Core 7 253PTE can reach nearly two and a half times the U301L's maximum frequency. This explains the single-thread performance gap, where the Core 7 253PTE scores 3003 in Cinebench R23 single-core.

Memory support shows some overlap. Both processors support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel buses. The Core 7 253PTE records a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the U301L has no bandwidth figure in the database. The Core 7 253PTE also supports ECC memory, while the U301L does not. PCIe connectivity differs as well: the Core 7 253PTE offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes, while the U301L offers Gen 4 with 8 lanes. This gives the Core 7 253PTE a significant expansion and bandwidth advantage for GPUs and NVMe storage.

Integrated graphics differ between the two. The Core 7 253PTE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the U301L uses UHD Graphics 64EU. The database does not include graphics benchmarks for either, so the practical impact cannot be quantified from recorded data alone.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark entries for these two processors. The Core 7 253PTE has 17 recorded benchmark scores, while the U301L has none. This makes a direct comparison impossible, but the available data for the Core 7 253PTE can be examined against its nearest rivals to contextualize its standing.

The Core 7 253PTE's average benchmark score is 34962. Its nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-13800H with an average score of 34988, a delta of -0.1 percent, meaning the Core 7 253PTE trails by a negligible margin. The Intel Core i9-12900HX scores 35003, also a -0.1 percent delta. The Intel Xeon 6349P scores 34890, a +0.2 percent delta in favor of the Core 7 253PTE. The AMD Ryzen 5 150 scores 34881, also a +0.2 percent delta. These figures indicate the Core 7 253PTE performs within a narrow band of established desktop and mobile processors, effectively matching them in aggregate.

Individual benchmark scores for the Core 7 253PTE show where its strengths lie. In Cinebench R15, it scores 2144 multicore and 302 single-core. In Cinebench R20, it scores 8935 multicore and 1261 single-core. The Cinebench R23 results of 21276 multicore and 3003 single-core represent the most recent version of that test. PassMark results include data compression at 275828, data encryption at 15500, extended instructions at 17099, find prime numbers at 82, floating point math at 67209, integer math at 119552, multithread at 25031, physics at 1318, random string sorting at 28227, and single thread at 3794.

These numbers reveal a processor that excels at integer-heavy and compression workloads. The data compression score of 275828 is particularly strong, while the prime number finding score of 82 is modest in comparison. The physics score of 1318 suggests adequate performance for simulation tasks but not exceptional. The multithread score of 25031 aligns with the core and thread count, confirming that the 20-thread configuration delivers scalable throughput.

The Verdict

The Intel Core 7 253PTE is the only processor in this comparison with recorded performance data, and it is the clear choice for any workload that demands compute power. Its 10 cores and 20 threads, combined with a 5.40 GHz boost clock, position it as a desktop processor for multithreaded productivity, content creation, and heavy computational tasks. The 84th percentile ranking against all CPUs reinforces this conclusion.

The Intel Processor U301L serves a different purpose entirely. With 5 cores and 6 threads, a 2.20 GHz boost clock, and a 15 W TDP, it is designed for mobile efficiency. The absence of benchmark data means the database cannot confirm its performance level, but its specifications indicate a processor suited for light productivity and power-constrained environments. Its 50th percentile ranking reflects a mid-pack position among all CPUs, but this figure comes with no supporting benchmark scores, so it should be interpreted with caution.

Users who need a desktop processor with high single-thread and multithread performance should select the Core 7 253PTE. Users who require a low-power mobile processor with basic computing capability should consider the U301L, but they should be aware that its performance characteristics are not documented in the database. The Core 7 253PTE also offers ECC memory support, Gen 5 PCIe with 16 lanes, and a larger L3 cache, all of which are absent from the U301L. The U301L's only clear advantages are its lower TDP and its mobile market segment, which suit compact and battery-powered systems.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PTE has 10 cores and 20 threads. The Intel Processor U301L has 5 cores and 6 threads.

Q: What are the boost clock speeds of each processor?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PTE boosts to 5.40 GHz. The Intel Processor U301L boosts to 2.20 GHz.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes, both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel buses. However, the Core 7 253PTE also supports ECC memory, while the U301L does not.

Q: Which processor has a larger L3 cache?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PTE has 33 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Processor U301L has 8 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What PCIe generations do the two processors use?

A: The Intel Core 7 253PTE uses Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The Intel Processor U301L uses Gen 4 with 8 lanes.

Q: Are there any recorded benchmark scores for the Intel Processor U301L?

A: No, the database contains no benchmark scores for the U301L. The Core 7 253PTE has 17 recorded benchmark scores across Cinebench and PassMark tests.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 7 253PTE | Intel Processor U301L |

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

| Cores | 10 | 5 |

| Threads | 20 | 6 |

| Base Clock | 1.80 GHz | 1.20 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.40 GHz | 2.20 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 15 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel Socket 1700 |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Raptor Lake-PS |

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

| Process Node | 10 nm | 10 nm |

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

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

| L3 Cache | 33 MB (shared) | 8 MB (shared) |

| Memory Support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5 |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Dual-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | Not recorded |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 Lanes (CPU only) | Gen 4, 8 Lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | UHD Graphics 64EU |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Production Status | Active | Active |

| Release Date | 2026-03-08 | 2024-04-07 |

| Launch MSRP | $384 | $107 |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |

| Part Number | SA4QK | SRPKFQ5CW |

| Percentile vs All CPUs | 84th | 50th |

| Average Benchmark Score | 34962 | 0 (no data) |