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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£140
  • Avg. price in US: ~$100
  • PassMark benchmark result: 7868
  • N. of physical cores: 4
  • CPU boost clock speed: 3.9 GHz

Intel Core i3 10300T review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

4.1

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the processor's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best processors on the market.

Score components:

90.0%

4.1

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Poor
4.1

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

3.3

Performance

18.0%

4.0

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

5.9

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

6.9

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.5

Platform

1.0%

7.0

Integrated Graphics

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 3.4
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    3.7

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    3.7

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    4.3

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

  • 2.4
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.5

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    1.8

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    2.8

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

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Verdict

The Intel Core i3-10300T is a 10th-generation Comet Lake desktop processor featuring 4 cores and 8 threads with a base frequency of 3.00 GHz and a max turbo frequency of 3.90 GHz. Built on a 14nm process for the LGA 1200 socket, it includes 8 MB of Intel Smart Cache, supports up to 128 GB of DDR4-2666 memory, and integrates Intel UHD Graphics 630. Its primary advantages are its low 35W TDP, which makes it highly energy-efficient and suitable for small form factor PCs or quiet home office builds, and its inclusion of Hyper-Threading for improved multitasking over previous i3 generations. However, its 'T' suffix indicates lower clock speeds compared to standard models, resulting in reduced performance for heavy gaming or intensive workloads, and its locked multiplier prevents manual overclocking.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel Core i3 10300T

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the processor's technical performance, covering key areas such as processing performance, core configuration, efficiency, platform support, integrated features, and thermal behavior.

When it matters: When you want to compare processors based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

60.0%

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Performance

18.0%

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Cache & Architecture

10.0%

?

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

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Power & Thermal

4.0%

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Platform

1.0%

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Integrated Graphics

4.1
Intel Core i3 10300T has a technical score of 4.11 points, which is lower than that of 77.6% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the processor.

When it matters: When you want to know how a processor performs in real workloads and how reliable it is for gaming, productivity, and efficiency according to user feedback.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the processor.
When it matters: When you prefer to choose a processor reviewed and selected by many other buyers.
1.0
Intel Core i3 10300T has a popularity of 1 points, which is higher than 0% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the processor's overall rating with its cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for a processor with a good balance between performance, efficiency, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

4.1

Overall score

40.0%

9.8

Price

5.8
Intel Core i3 10300T has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.8 points, which is lower than 73.6% of products in this category.
Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel
Processor type
What it is: The kind of system the processor is built for, such as desktop PCs, laptops, workstations, or servers.
When it matters: When you want a processor meant for the kind of machine you are actually building or buying, rather than a chip aimed at a different class of system.

Importance: HIGH

desktop
Intel Core i3 10300T belongs to the desktop processor class, which is more advanced than that of 56% of processors and equal to that of 37.9% of processors.
CPU socket
What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

Importance: HIGH

LGA1200
Intel Core i3 10300T uses the LGA1200 CPU socket, which is newer than that of 69.9% of processors and equal to that of 4.5% of processors.
Chipset
What it is: The motherboard chipset families officially meant to work with the processor.
When it matters: When you are checking whether a CPU will work with the motherboard features and platform you plan to use.

Importance: HIGH

Intel 400 Series
Intel Core i3 10300T supports Intel 400 Series chipsets, which is broader compatibility than 61.6% of processors and equal to that of 0.3% of processors.
CPU architecture
What it is: The processor family or design generation behind the chip, such as Zen 4 or Raptor Lake.
When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs across generations and want a clearer sense of their design age, feature level, and expected performance class.

Importance: HIGH

x86-64
Intel Core i3 10300T uses the x86-64 architecture, which is more advanced than that of 1.7% of processors and equal to that of 98.3% of processors.
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N. of physical cores
What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 8+

4
Intel Core i3 10300T has 4 CPU cores, which is fewer than 50.7% of processors and equal to 28.5% of processors.
CPU threads
What it is: The total number of processing threads the CPU can handle at once.
When it matters: When you run heavily threaded workloads or multitask a lot.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: 16+

8
Intel Core i3 10300T offers 8 CPU threads, which is more than 35.3% of processors and equal to 19% of processors.
Threads per core
What it is: The number of threads each physical core can handle at once.
When it matters: When you want to understand how much thread-level parallelism each core can provide in multitasking or heavily threaded work.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: 2

2
Intel Core i3 10300T offers 2 threads per core, which is more than 30.4% of processors and equal to 69.6% of processors.
CPU boost clock speed
What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >4.7 GHz

3.9 GHz
Intel Core i3 10300T reaches a boost clock of 3.9 GHz which is lower than that of 65% of processors and equal to that of 3.5% of processors.
CPU base clock speed
What it is: The processor's normal all-core starting frequency before boost behavior raises clocks temporarily.
When it matters: When you care about steadier performance in longer workloads rather than short burst speed alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

4 x 3 GHz
Intel Core i3 10300T has a base clock of 4x3 GHz which is equal to that of 100% of processors.
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Semiconductor size
What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <10 nm

14 nm
Intel Core i3 10300T uses a 14 nm process node, which is older than that of 50.8% of processors and equal to that of 33.7% of processors.
Foundry
What it is: The semiconductor manufacturer that physically fabricates the processor chip.
When it matters: When process source, manufacturing generation, or foundry differences matter to your comparison more than day-to-day performance alone.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel 14 nm
Intel Core i3 10300T is built on the Intel 14 nm foundry process, which is less advanced than that of 55.2% of processors and equal to that of 29.3% of processors.
L3 cache
What it is: The total amount of L3 cache available on the processor.
When it matters: When you want better performance in cache-sensitive workloads and games.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=16 MB

8 MB
Intel Core i3 10300T has an L3 cache of 8 MB which is larger than that of 39.7% of processors and equal to that of 11.8% of processors.
L2 cache
What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=6 MB

1 MB
Intel Core i3 10300T has an L2 cache of 1 MB which is smaller than that of 67.1% of processors and equal to that of 17.6% of processors.
L1 cache
What it is: The total amount of L1 cache built into the processor, which sits closest to the cores.
When it matters: When you are comparing low-level CPU design details rather than the broader performance picture buyers usually notice first.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=512 KB

256 KB
Intel Core i3 10300T has an L1 cache of 256 KB which is smaller than that of 59.4% of processors and equal to that of 18.5% of processors.
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DDR memory version
What it is: The RAM generation the processor is designed to support, such as DDR4 or DDR5.
When it matters: When you need the CPU to match the kind of memory platform you want to buy or reuse.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: DDR5

DDR4
Intel Core i3 10300T supports DDR DDR4, which is newer than that of 26.3% of processors and equal to that of 31.7% of processors.
Maximum memory speed
What it is: The highest official memory speed supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you choose RAM and want to know the supported speed ceiling.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=4800 MHz

2,666 MHz
Intel Core i3 10300T supports memory speeds up to 2666 MHz, which is lower than that of 55% of processors and equal to 8.1% of processors.
Max memory speed (JEDEC)
What it is: The highest official RAM speed the processor supports under standard JEDEC settings, before any memory overclocking profiles are applied.
When it matters: When officially supported stock RAM speed matters more than XMP, EXPO, or manual memory tuning.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5600 MHz

DDR4-2666 MHz
Intel Core i3 10300T supports JEDEC memory speeds up to DDR4-2666 MHz, which is lower than that of 55.3% of processors and equal to 7.4% of processors.
Max memory speed (XMP / EXPO)
What it is: The highest memory speed supported through XMP or EXPO profiles.
When it matters: When you want faster RAM through memory profiles.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5200 MHz

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Maximum memory capacity
What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >=128 GB

128 GB
Intel Core i3 10300T supports up to 128 GB of memory, which is more than 61.9% of processors and equal to 21.4% of processors.
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Integrated graphics
What it is: Includes built-in graphics, so the system can output video without a separate graphics card.
When it matters: When you want the PC to work without a dedicated GPU, or you are building an office, media, compact, or troubleshooting-friendly system.

Importance: HIGH

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Intel Core i3 10300T includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
Intel UHD Graphics 630
Integrated GPU model
What it is: The model name of the integrated graphics processor, if present.
When it matters: When you plan to use the CPU's built-in graphics.

Importance: MEDIUM

Intel UHD Graphics 630
Intel Core i3 10300T uses the Intel UHD Graphics 630 integrated GPU, which is more advanced than that in 44.3% of processors and equal to that in 8.3% of processors.
Integrated GPU execution units
What it is: The number of execution units available in the integrated graphics part of the processor.
When it matters: When you plan to rely on built-in graphics and want a better sense of its light gaming, display, or media capability.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=24

24
Intel Core i3 10300T has 24 GPU execution units, which is more than 49.2% of processors and equal to 21.6% of processors.
Integrated GPU base frequency
What it is: The base operating frequency of the integrated GPU.
When it matters: When integrated graphics performance matters to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=350 MHz

350 MHz
Intel Core i3 10300T has an integrated GPU clock of 350 MHz which is higher than that of 43.5% of processors and equal to that of 29.6% of processors.
Integrated media encoders/decoders
What it is: The hardware media formats the processor can encode or decode directly.
When it matters: When you stream, edit video, or rely on hardware media acceleration.

Importance: LOW

H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), VP8 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode)
Intel Core i3 10300T supports H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), VP8 (HW decode/encode), MPEG-2 (HW decode) media codecs, which is broader support than 78.5% of processors and equal to 0.8% of processors.
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TDP (Thermal design power)
What it is: The rated thermal design power, which gives a general idea of cooling and power needs.
When it matters: When you choose a cooler or build in a tighter case.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <30 W

35 W
Intel Core i3 10300T has a TDP of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.8% of processors and equal to that of 14.8% of processors.
Base power (PL1)
What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <30 W

35 W
Intel Core i3 10300T has a base power of 35 W which is lower than that of 51.7% of processors and equal to that of 15.1% of processors.
Boost power (PL2)
What it is: The short-term boost power limit the processor may draw under heavier turbo loads.
When it matters: When you size cooling and power delivery for peak turbo behavior.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <50 W

55 W
Intel Core i3 10300T has a boost power of 55 W which is lower than that of 57.3% of processors and equal to that of 4.6% of processors.
Tau (power duration limit)
What it is: The time limit the CPU can stay at higher boost power before dropping toward sustained power.
When it matters: When you want to understand turbo behavior under longer loads.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=28 s

28 seconds
Intel Core i3 10300T has a turbo duration of 28 seconds which is longer than that of 3.8% of processors and equal to that of 85% of processors.
Configurable TDP
What it is: Allows the processor to run in alternate power modes instead of being fixed to one default TDP target.
When it matters: When you want more control over heat, noise, and power draw in compact systems, quieter builds, or thermally limited machines.

Importance: LOW

yes
Intel Core i3 10300T supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 25 W
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Intel Core i3 10300T vs the average processor

  • Supports memory overclocking
    Intel Core i3 10300T supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
    What it is: Allows memory speeds beyond official stock settings through manual tuning or profile-based overclocking.
    When it matters: When you want to push RAM performance higher than stock support allows, especially in enthusiast or gaming builds.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i3 10300T supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 2x more memory capacity
    Intel Core i3 10300T has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
    What it is: The largest total amount of memory officially supported by the processor.
    When it matters: When you plan a system with very large RAM capacity.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >=128 GB

    Intel Core i3 10300T has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.128 GB vs 64 GB
  • Modern CPU socket
    Intel Core i3 10300T uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,200 vs FP2).
    What it is: The physical socket the processor fits into on the motherboard.
    When it matters: When you need to make sure the CPU can actually be installed on a specific motherboard.

    Importance: HIGH

    Intel Core i3 10300T uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,200 vs FP2).LGA1200 vs FP2
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i3 10300T has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L3 cache effectively available per CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing how much shared cache each core can draw on in deeper technical analysis.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=2 MB/core

    Intel Core i3 10300T has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core
  • 22.2% lower base power
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
    What it is: The sustained power target used for longer CPU loads.
    When it matters: When you choose cooling and power delivery for sustained workloads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <30 W

    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.35 W vs 45 W
  • Modern CPU socket
    Intel Core i3 10300T uses a more modern CPU socket than the average processor (LGA1,200 vs FP2).
  • 16.7% more L3 per core
    Intel Core i3 10300T has more L3 cache per core than the average processor (2 MB/core vs 1.714 MB/core). The average processor provides 1.714 MB/core of L3 cache per core.
  • Supports memory overclocking
    Intel Core i3 10300T supports memory overclocking, the average processor does not.
  • 2x more memory capacity
    Intel Core i3 10300T has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (128 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 22.2% lower base power
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower base power draw than the average processor (35 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.

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Memory & PCIe
Power & Thermal
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i3 10300T supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • No crypto acceleration
    Intel Core i3 10300T does not include crypto acceleration, the average processor does.
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i3 10300T has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 9.3% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
  • 15.7% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (408 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 28.1% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (2,001 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 9.4% lower single-core score
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (1,333 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 7.6% weaker single-core performance
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower PassMark single-core score than the average processor (2,295 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 25.3% lower PassMark score
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (7,868 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • 12% lower multi-core score
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower Geekbench 6 multi-core score than the average processor (4,218 vs 4,793). The average processor scores 4,793 in Geekbench 6 multi-core.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i3 10300T uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • 60% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i3 10300T has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • 33.3% smaller L1 cache
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower L1 cache than the average processor (256 KB vs 384 KB). The average processor has L1 cache of 384 KB.
  • 9.2% lower memory bandwidth
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower memory bandwidth than the average processor (41.6 GB/s vs 45.8 GB/s). The average processor offers memory bandwidth of 45.8 GB/s.
  • 9.1% lower memory speed
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower maximum memory speed than the average processor (2,666 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • Less advanced microarchitecture
    Intel Core i3 10300T uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake).
    What it is: The internal core-design codename used for this processor generation.
    When it matters: When you are comparing CPUs at a deeper design level and want to identify the exact architecture behind marketing names.

    Importance: LOW

    Intel Core i3 10300T uses a less advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake).Comet Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • 2 fewer CPU cores
    Intel Core i3 10300T has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
    What it is: The number of physical CPU cores on the processor.
    When it matters: When you run workloads that benefit from more real cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 8+

    Intel Core i3 10300T has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (4 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.4 vs 6
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel Core i3 10300T supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
    What it is: The supported CPU instruction sets and extensions.
    When it matters: When you run software that depends on specific CPU instructions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel Core i3 10300T supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).MMX, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AES vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 9.3% lower boost clock
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.
    What it is: The highest clock speed the processor can reach under boost conditions.
    When it matters: When you care about peak speed in short bursts.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4.7 GHz

    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower boost clock speed than the average processor (3.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz). The average processor reaches boost clock speed of 4.3 GHz.3.9 GHz vs 4.3 GHz
  • 16.7% larger process node
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
    What it is: The manufacturing process node used to produce the processor, usually expressed in nanometers.
    When it matters: When efficiency, heat, and the relative modernity of the chip-making process matter to your comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: <10 nm

    Intel Core i3 10300T has a higher process node than the average processor (14 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.14 nm vs 12 nm
  • 15.7% lower Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (408 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 benchmark score that reflects single-core CPU performance.
    When it matters: When you care about lighter workloads, interface responsiveness, or software that still depends heavily on one fast core.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >600

    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (408 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.408 vs 484
  • 50% less L2 per core
    Intel Core i3 10300T has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
    What it is: The amount of L2 cache available to each CPU core.
    When it matters: When you are comparing per-core cache resources in deeper architectural analysis.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=1 MB/core

    Intel Core i3 10300T has less L2 cache per core than the average processor (0.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.0.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • 60% smaller L2 cache
    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.
    What it is: The total amount of L2 cache available across the processor.
    When it matters: When you want to compare CPU design efficiency and how much fast intermediate cache the cores have available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=6 MB

    Intel Core i3 10300T has a lower L2 cache than the average processor (1 MB vs 2.5 MB). The average processor has L2 cache of 2.5 MB.1 MB vs 2.5 MB
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Platform
Performance
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What customers like about Intel Core i3 10300T?

  • Excellent power efficiency with a low 35W TDP, making it ideal for compact builds and home servers.
  • Feature-rich with 4 cores and 8 threads, providing a significant multitasking boost over previous i3 generations.
  • Consistent real-world performance with a narrow variance in benchmark scores.
  • Integrated UHD 630 graphics support 4K video playback at 60Hz and modern connectivity like HDMI 2.0.
  • Strong single-threaded performance for its class, which is beneficial for older or less-parallelized applications.

What customers dislike about Intel Core i3 10300T?

  • Lower clock speeds compared to standard 'non-T' versions, resulting in roughly 14-15% slower performance.
  • Integrated graphics are significantly weaker than AMD's competing APU offerings for gaming.
  • Locked multiplier prevents any overclocking, limiting performance gains.
  • Memory speed is limited to DDR4-2666 on most budget motherboards, which can bottleneck performance compared to faster RAM.
  • Starting to become a bottleneck in modern, CPU-intensive games and applications compared to newer 12th or 13th gen i3s.

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
Intel i3-10300T vs AMD Ryzen 3 3100 - CPU Benchmarks Note on dates: For benchmark databases (like PassMark and Geekbench), the "date of review" reflec...

The AMD Ryzen 3 3100 and Intel Core i3-10300T are both 4-core/8-thread processors, with the Ryzen 3 3100 delivering roughly 32% higher multi-threaded performance (PassMark CPU Mark) at a 65W TDP compared to the i3-10300T's 35W, power-optimized profile. The Intel i3-10300T excels in efficiency for small form factor PCs and includes integrated UHD Graphics 630, though it faces lower...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
Intel i3-10300T vs i3-10300 [cpubenchmark.net] by PassMark Software Are you looking for these tests to compare performance for a specific mini-PC buil...

PassMark benchmarks show the 10th-generation Intel Core i3-10300 and i3-10300T offer a distinct trade-off between performance and efficiency. The standard i3-10300 provides higher performance with a 3.7 GHz base clock and 65W TDP, delivering roughly 14-15% faster speeds in single and multi-threaded tasks compared to the "T" variant. Conversely, the i3-10300T serves as a 35W,...Read more

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browser.geekbench.com
29/03/2026
Intel Core i3-10300T Benchmarks - Geekbench Browser

The Intel Core i3-10300T is a 14nm, 4-core/8-thread Comet Lake processor designed for low-power, energy-efficient operation in mini-PCs and office desktops, utilizing a 35W TDP and supporting up to 128GB of RAM. Benchmarks show a typical single-core score of 1,330 and multi-core score of 4,218, providing a respectable, efficient, and cost-effective solution for general productivity...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
29/03/2026
Intel Core i3-10300T @ 3.00GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i3-10300T is a 10th-generation "Comet Lake" desktop processor, featuring 4 cores and 8 threads with a 3.0 GHz base clock and a 3.9 GHz boost, making it suitable for entry-level tasks. A key advantage is its 35W TDP, allowing for efficient operation in small form factor PCs, alongside support for 128GB DDR4-2666 RAM and integrated UHD Graphics 630. With a PassMark...Read more

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cpu.userbenchmark.com
15/05/2020
Intel Core i3-10300T - CPU UserBenchmarks

The Intel Core i3-10300T is a 10th-generation desktop processor with 4 cores and 8 threads, operating at a 3.00 GHz base clock. According to UserBenchmark, it delivers a "good average bench" with very consistent performance, boasting a narrow 15.1% performance range. Despite a low 35W TDP, it offers competitive, efficient performance suitable for basic office, HTPC, or light gaming...Read more

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browser.geekbench.com
20/03/2026
Intel Core i3-10300T Benchmarks - Geekbench Browser

The Intel Core i3-10300T is a 10th Gen "Comet Lake" processor with 4 cores and 8 threads, designed for 35W TDP, energy-efficient, and small-form-factor systems. It offers capable performance for office, media, and light creative tasks, featuring a 3.0 GHz base clock and up to 3.9 GHz boost, making it ideal for compact, quiet builds. Key advantages include high efficiency and decent...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
30/03/2026
Intel Core i3-10300T @ 3.00GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i3-10300T is a 10th-generation "Comet Lake" desktop processor, featuring 4 cores and 8 threads with a 35W TDP, optimized for energy efficiency. According to PassMark data, it delivers a CPU Mark score of 7,868 and a single-thread rating of 2,295, offering capable performance for productivity, though it runs about 14–15% slower than the 65W i3-10300 model. While its...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
01/07/2026
Intel Core i3-10300T @ 3.00GHz - CPU Benchmarks

The Intel Core i3-10300T is a 10th Gen "Comet Lake" desktop processor featuring 4 cores and 8 threads with a low 35W TDP, making it an ideal choice for power-efficient, small-form-factor systems or home servers. It offers 3.00 GHz base clock speed, boosting up to 3.90 GHz, and provides capable entry-level multitasking for general use. While efficient, the CPU is roughly 14-15%...Read more

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