Intel Core 9 273PQE vs Intel Processor U301L Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Intel Core 9 273PQE and Intel Processor U301L occupy completely different tiers of the performance spectrum. The benchmark database contains a full set of measurements for the Core 9 273PQE, while the U301L has no recorded benchmark scores. This asymmetry defines the comparison: the Core 9 273PQE delivers a comprehensive set of results, and the U301L must be evaluated purely on its specifications.

The Core 9 273PQE achieves an average benchmark score of 66099, placing it in the 93rd percentile among all CPUs in the database. Its closest rivals include the Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus at 66159, a 0.1 percent advantage for that rival, and the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D at 65914, which sits 0.3 percent behind the Core 9 273PQE. The Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus and AMD EPYC 4465P trail by 1.1 percent and 1.2 percent respectively. These narrow margins show the Core 9 273PQE competes directly with some of the strongest desktop processors available.

In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Core 9 273PQE records a score of 3950. The single-core result for the same test is 557. Cinebench R20 shows a multicore score of 16459 and a single-core score of 2323. Moving to Cinebench R23, the multicore score reaches 39190, while the single-core score lands at 5532. These numbers reveal a processor that scales exceptionally well with thread count, with multicore scores roughly seven times higher than single-core results across all three Cinebench versions.

The PassMark suite provides additional detail. The multithread score is 46107, while the single-thread score is 4573. Integer math scores 164629, floating point math scores 125546, and extended instructions score 38743. Data compression reaches 585752, and data encryption reaches 29636. Random string sorting completes at 53167, physics scores 2754, and find prime numbers scores 198. The single-thread and singlethread entries both show 4573, confirming consistency in the measurement.

Because the U301L has no benchmark entries, there are no head-to-head results to compare directly. The database records zero wins for each processor in the head-to-head section. This means any performance comparison must rely on the Core 9 273PQE's measured results against the U301L's listed specifications, particularly the core count, clock speeds, and cache configuration.

FAQ

Q: What is the average benchmark score for the Intel Core 9 273PQE?

A: The Core 9 273PQE records an average benchmark score of 66099 across all tests in the database. This places it in the 93rd percentile among all CPUs.

Q: Does the Intel Processor U301L have any recorded benchmark scores?

A: No. The database shows an empty benchmark array for the U301L, an average benchmark score of 0, and no nearest rivals. Its percentile rank is 50, which reflects its position based on specifications rather than measured results.

Q: How does the Core 9 273PQE compare to its nearest rivals?

A: The Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus scores 66159, which is 0.1 percent higher than the Core 9 273PQE. The AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D scores 65914, which is 0.3 percent lower. The Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus scores 66855, 1.1 percent higher, and the AMD EPYC 4465P scores 66925, 1.2 percent higher.

Q: What is the launch MSRP for each processor?

A: The Core 9 273PQE has a launch MSRP of $589. The U301L has a launch MSRP of $107.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Core 9 273PQE supports ECC memory. The U301L does not support ECC memory.

Q: What are the production statuses of these processors?

A: Both processors are listed as Active in the database. The Core 9 273PQE was released on 2026-03-08, and the U301L was released on 2024-04-07.

Architecture Differences

The two processors share the same 10 nm process node and Intel as the foundry, but their underlying designs diverge significantly. The Core 9 273PQE uses the Bartlett Lake codename with a generation label of "Core 9 (Bartlett Lake)." The U301L uses the Raptor Lake architecture with the Raptor Lake-PS codename and a generation label of "Intel Processor (Raptor Lake)."

Core counts differ substantially. The Core 9 273PQE has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the U301L has 5 cores and 6 threads. This means the Core 9 273PQE offers more than twice the core count and four times the thread count. The thread multiplier also differs: the Core 9 273PQE doubles its threads per core, while the U301L does not provide hyperthreading for all cores, given the 5 cores to 6 threads ratio.

Cache hierarchies show a clear separation. Both processors have 80 KB of L1 cache per core. The L2 cache differs: the Core 9 273PQE has 2 MB per core, while the U301L has 1.25 MB per core. The L3 cache is a major differentiator, with the Core 9 273PQE offering 36 MB shared versus 8 MB shared for the U301L. This four-and-a-half-fold difference in shared L3 cache suggests the Core 9 273PQE can hold significantly more working data closer to the cores.

Memory support is identical in type, with both supporting DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel configuration. The Core 9 273PQE lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the U301L does not have a recorded memory bandwidth figure. ECC memory support is present on the Core 9 273PQE but absent on the U301L.

PCIe capabilities differ. The Core 9 273PQE uses PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the U301L uses PCIe Gen 4 with 8 lanes (CPU only). This positions the Core 9 273PQE for high-bandwidth expansion devices, while the U301L targets more modest connectivity needs.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Core 9 273PQE includes UHD Graphics 770, while the U301L includes UHD Graphics 64EU. The market segments reflect their intended usage: Desktop for the Core 9 273PQE and Mobile for the U301L, despite both using the Intel Socket 1700.

Specification Differences

The clock speeds present the most immediate contrast. The Core 9 273PQE has a base clock of 3.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.90 GHz. The U301L has a base clock of 1.20 GHz and a boost clock of 2.20 GHz. The Core 9 273PQE runs nearly three times faster at base and more than 2.5 times faster at boost.

Thermal design power differs by a factor of more than eight. The Core 9 273PQE has a TDP of 125, while the U301L has a TDP of 15. This reflects the Desktop versus Mobile positioning, with the U301L designed for power-constrained environments.

Core and thread counts differ as previously noted: 12 cores and 24 threads versus 5 cores and 6 threads. The L2 cache per core is 2 MB versus 1.25 MB, and the L3 cache is 36 MB versus 8 MB.

Memory bandwidth is recorded for the Core 9 273PQE at 89.6 GB/s but is not listed for the U301L. ECC support is true for the Core 9 273PQE and false for the U301L. PCIe generation and lane count differ: Gen 5 with 16 lanes versus Gen 4 with 8 lanes.

The integrated graphics models differ, with UHD Graphics 770 on the Core 9 273PQE and UHD Graphics 64EU on the U301L. The market segment is Desktop for the Core 9 273PQE and Mobile for the U301L.

Release dates are separated by nearly two years, with the Core 9 273PQE released on 2026-03-08 and the U301L released on 2024-04-07. Launch MSRP values are $589 and $107 respectively.

Both processors share the same socket, memory support types, memory bus width, process node, foundry, and production status. Neither has an unlocked multiplier.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 9 273PQE wins in every measured performance category because it has benchmark data and the U301L does not. In threaded workloads, the Core 9 273PQE shows a Cinebench R23 multicore score of 39190, which indicates strong scaling across its 24 threads. The single-core score of 5532 in the same test shows the high boost clock of 5.90 GHz delivers meaningful per-thread performance.

For content creation and rendering tasks, the Cinebench R15 and R20 results reinforce the multicore advantage. The R15 multicore score of 3950 and R20 multicore score of 16459 both point to a processor that handles parallel workloads efficiently. The PassMark multithread score of 46107 confirms this pattern.

The PassMark integer math score of 164629 and floating point math score of 125546 indicate strong arithmetic throughput. Data compression at 585752 and data encryption at 29636 show the Core 9 273PQE handles these specific workloads with substantial headroom. The extended instructions score of 38743 suggests good support for modern instruction sets.

The U301L wins in power efficiency based on its TDP of 15, which is dramatically lower than the Core 9 273PQE's 125. The base clock of 1.20 GHz and boost clock of 2.20 GHz indicate a processor designed for sustained operation in thermally constrained environments. The Mobile market segment confirms this orientation.

The U301L also wins on connectivity efficiency with PCIe Gen 4 and 8 lanes, which consumes less bandwidth and power than Gen 5 with 16 lanes. The integrated UHD Graphics 64EU provides basic display output without requiring a discrete GPU, appropriate for mobile systems.

The U301L supports DDR4 and DDR5 in dual-channel configuration, same as the Core 9 273PQE, but without the memory bandwidth figure, the actual throughput advantage of the Core 9 273PQE cannot be quantified beyond the listed 89.6 GB/s.

The Verdict

The data presents a straightforward choice. The Intel Core 9 273PQE is a high-performance desktop processor with measured results across the entire Cinebench and PassMark suites. Its 93rd percentile ranking, average benchmark score of 66099, and close competition with the Intel Core Ultra 5 250KF Plus, AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D, Intel Core Ultra 5 250K Plus, and AMD EPYC 4465P establish it as a top-tier option.

The Intel Processor U301L has no recorded benchmarks, an average score of 0, and a 50th percentile position. Its 5 cores, 6 threads, 1.20 GHz base clock, and 2.20 GHz boost clock place it in a fundamentally different performance class. The 8 MB L3 cache and 15 TDP confirm its role as a low-power mobile processor.

For users requiring heavy multi-threaded workloads, the Core 9 273PQE delivers with 24 threads, 36 MB of L3 cache, and a boost clock of 5.90 GHz. The 89.6 GB/s memory bandwidth and PCIe Gen 5 support make it suitable for high-end desktop builds. The ECC memory support adds reliability for data-intensive applications.

For users prioritizing low power consumption and mobile operation, the U301L offers a 15 TDP, which is substantially lower than the Core 9 273PQE's 125. The integrated UHD Graphics 64EU and PCIe Gen 4 support align with its Mobile market segment.

The choice depends entirely on the workload and environment. The Core 9 273PQE produces measurable results that rank among the best in the database. The U301L produces no measurements, leaving its performance to be inferred from specifications alone. The data does not support any claim that the U301L competes with the Core 9 273PQE in raw performance; rather, it serves a different purpose entirely.