Intel Core 9 273PTE vs Intel Processor 300 Comparison

FAQ

Q: What are the core and thread counts for the Intel Core 9 273PTE and the Intel Processor 300?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads, while the Intel Processor 300 has 2 cores and 4 threads.

Q: What is the boost clock difference between the two processors?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE boosts up to 5.50 GHz, while the Intel Processor 300 has no listed boost clock, with a base clock of 3.90 GHz.

Q: How much L3 cache does each processor offer?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE has 36 MB of shared L3 cache, whereas the Intel Processor 300 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: Do both processors support the same memory types?

A: Yes, both support DDR4 and DDR5 memory with dual-channel memory buses. The Intel Core 9 273PTE also supports ECC memory, while the Intel Processor 300 does not.

Q: What is the process node for both CPUs?

A: Both are manufactured on Intel's 10 nm process node.

Q: What integrated graphics do the two processors include?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE includes UHD Graphics 730, while the Intel Processor 300 includes UHD Graphics 710.

Architecture Differences

The two processors represent different architectural approaches within the Intel lineup. The Intel Core 9 273PTE is based on the Bartlett Lake codename, carrying the Core 9 generation label. In contrast, the Intel Processor 300 uses the Raptor Lake architecture, specifically the Raptor Lake-S codename, under the Intel Processor generation. Both are built on Intel's 10 nm process node and use the Intel Socket 1700 platform.

The core configurations diverge sharply. The Core 9 273PTE provides 12 physical cores with Hyper-Threading support, yielding 24 threads. The Intel Processor 300 offers just 2 cores and 4 threads, a 10-core and 20-thread difference. This fundamental disparity drives most performance outcomes.

Cache hierarchies also differ significantly. Both processors allocate 80 KB of L1 cache per core, but the L2 cache varies: the Core 9 273PTE has 2 MB per core, while the Intel Processor 300 has 1.25 MB per core. The shared L3 cache shows an even larger gap, with the Core 9 273PTE offering 36 MB versus 6 MB on the Intel Processor 300. That 30 MB L3 difference gives the Core 9 a substantial advantage in workloads that benefit from large, fast shared memory pools.

Clock speeds tell a different story. The Intel Processor 300 runs at a base clock of 3.90 GHz with no boost clock listed in the database. The Core 9 273PTE starts lower at 1.40 GHz base but boosts to 5.50 GHz, a 4.10 GHz boost range that allows it to reach much higher frequencies under load. The lower base clock on the Core 9 reflects its higher core count and thermal management strategy.

Memory support is similar on the surface: both accept DDR4 and DDR5 with dual-channel buses. However, the Core 9 273PTE supports ECC memory, a feature absent on the Intel Processor 300. The Core 9 also lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, a figure not recorded for the Intel Processor 300. PCIe capabilities match, with both offering Gen 5 connectivity with 16 CPU lanes.

The integrated graphics differ as well. The Core 9 273PTE uses UHD Graphics 730, while the Intel Processor 300 uses UHD Graphics 710. The die size is recorded only for the Intel Processor 300 at 163 mm², with no die size listed for the Core 9. Both processors have locked multipliers, meaning they are not user-overclockable.

The production status for both is listed as Active, with release dates separated by over two years: the Intel Processor 300 launched in early 2024, and the Core 9 273PTE in early 2026.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between the Intel Core 9 273PTE and the Intel Processor 300. However, the Core 9 273PTE has a comprehensive benchmark suite recorded, while the Intel Processor 300 has no benchmark entries at all. This absence of comparative data means the analysis relies on the Core 9's absolute scores and its position relative to other CPUs in the database.

The Core 9 273PTE achieves an average benchmark score of 31,143, placing it in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs tracked. Its nearest rivals in the database include the Intel Core i7-12700F with an average score of 31,081 (0.2% behind), the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS at 31,074 (0.2% behind), and the Intel Core i7-13700TE at 31,028 (0.4% behind). The Intel Core i7-12650HX scores 31,290, which is 0.5% ahead of the Core 9 273PTE.

In Cinebench tests, the Core 9 273PTE demonstrates strong multi-core scaling. It scores 20,445 in Cinebench R23 multi-core and 2,886 in single-core. The R20 results show 8,586 multi-core and 1,212 single-core. R15 results are 2,060 multi-core and 290 single-core. These numbers indicate a processor that excels in threaded workloads while maintaining competitive single-thread performance.

PassMark results reinforce the multi-core strength. The multithread score is 24,054, while single-thread performance is recorded at 3,433. Integer math scores 82,411, floating point math reaches 60,673, and extended instructions hit 15,952. Data compression achieves 258,704, while data encryption scores 14,253. Prime number finding is notably lower at 142, and physics scores 1,917. Random string sorting completes at 28,973.

The lack of benchmark data for the Intel Processor 300 in the database prevents direct score comparisons. The Core 9 273PTE's 12-core, 24-thread configuration with a 5.50 GHz boost clock positions it as a high-performance desktop part, while the Intel Processor 300's 2-core, 4-thread design with a 3.90 GHz base clock targets basic computing tasks. The percentile ranking of 82 for the Core 9 versus 50 for the Intel Processor 300 reflects this performance gap.

Specification Differences

The recorded specifications show clear differences across several fields. The core count differs by 10 cores (12 versus 2), and thread count differs by 20 threads (24 versus 4). The base clock differs by 2.50 GHz, with the Intel Processor 300 at 3.90 GHz and the Core 9 273PTE at 1.40 GHz. The Core 9 has a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, while the Intel Processor 300 has none listed.

Thermal design power is nearly identical: 45 W for the Core 9 and 46 W for the Intel Processor 300, a 1 W difference. The process node is the same at 10 nm, and both use the same socket.

Cache specifications differ in L2 and L3. L1 cache is identical at 80 KB per core. L2 cache is 2 MB per core on the Core 9 versus 1.25 MB per core on the Intel Processor 300. L3 cache is 36 MB shared on the Core 9 versus 6 MB shared on the Intel Processor 300, a 30 MB difference.

Memory support is the same for DDR4 and DDR5, with dual-channel buses on both. The Core 9 lists a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, a figure not recorded for the Intel Processor 300. ECC memory support is present on the Core 9 but absent on the Intel Processor 300.

PCIe specifications match: Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only) on both. Integrated graphics differ, with UHD Graphics 730 on the Core 9 and UHD Graphics 710 on the Intel Processor 300.

The die size is listed only for the Intel Processor 300 at 163 mm². The codenames differ: Bartlett Lake for the Core 9 and Raptor Lake-S for the Intel Processor 300. The generation labels are also different, with the Core 9 labeled "Core 9 (Bartlett Lake)" and the Intel Processor 300 labeled "Intel Processor (Raptor Lake)".

Part numbers are unique: SA4QJ for the Core 9 and SRN3J for the Intel Processor 300. The release dates differ by roughly two years, with the Intel Processor 300 released in early 2024 and the Core 9 in early 2026.

The Verdict

The data indicates the Intel Core 9 273PTE is designed for demanding multi-threaded workloads. Its 12 cores and 24 threads, combined with a 5.50 GHz boost clock and 36 MB of L3 cache, produce benchmark scores in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20,445 and PassMark multithread score of 24,054 reflect strong parallel processing capability. The single-thread performance, with a PassMark score of 3,433, also remains competitive.

The Intel Processor 300 serves a fundamentally different purpose. With 2 cores and 4 threads, a 3.90 GHz base clock, and 6 MB of L3 cache, it targets basic desktop operations. The absence of benchmark entries in the database limits direct comparison, but its 50th percentile ranking among all CPUs indicates mid-pack performance at best. The higher base clock partially compensates for the lack of boost capability, but the core deficit is overwhelming.

ECC memory support on the Core 9 273PTE positions it for reliability-sensitive applications, while the Intel Processor 300 lacks this feature. Both processors share the same socket and process node, but the Core 9's larger cache hierarchy and higher thread count give it a clear advantage in content creation, compilation, and scientific computing. The Intel Processor 300 suits lightweight tasks such as office productivity and web browsing, where its higher base clock provides adequate responsiveness.

The recorded data shows no scenario where the Intel Processor 300 outperforms the Core 9 273PTE in raw compute. The Core 9's nearest rivals, all within 0.5% in average score, underscore its position as a high-tier desktop CPU. The Intel Processor 300 has no listed rivals, reflecting its status as an entry-level part. Users requiring multi-core throughput should select the Core 9 273PTE, while those with minimal processing demands may find the Intel Processor 300 sufficient. The benchmark database clearly separates these two processors by capability, with the Core 9 delivering over 10 times the thread count and six times the L3 cache of the Intel Processor 300.