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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£170
  • Avg. price in US: ~$190
  • PassMark benchmark result: 8704
  • N. of physical cores: 5
  • CPU boost clock speed: 4.4 GHz

Intel U300 review. Compare 78 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among processors and if it is worth buying.

5.4

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%

5.4

Technical Score

10.0%

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User score

Good
5.4

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%

4.0

Performance

18.0%

6.9

Cache & Architecture

10.0%

7.2

Memory & PCIe

7.0%

8.9

Power & Thermal

4.0%

7.9

Platform

1.0%

7.9

Integrated Graphics

Good
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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

  • 4.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    30.0%

    5.6

    PassMark single-core benchmark score

    25.0%

    6.2

    Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    5.8

    CPU boost clock speed

    17.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

    8.0%

    2.2

    N. of physical cores

  • 2.5
    Video editing

    Score components:

    45.0%

    2.8

    Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score

    20.0%

    2.2

    N. of physical cores

    20.0%

    2.2

    CPU threads

    15.0%

    2.1

    L3 cache

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Best prices in UK

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Verdict

The Intel U300 is an entry-level mobile processor from the Raptor Lake-U series, featuring a unique 5-core, 6-thread architecture comprising one Performance-core (up to 4.4 GHz) and four Efficient-cores (up to 3.3 GHz) with an 8MB Intel Smart Cache. Its main characteristics include a low 15W base power draw (scalable to 55W turbo) and support for modern memory standards like DDR5-5200 and LPDDR5x-5200, alongside integrated Intel UHD Graphics with 48 execution units. The processor's primary pros are its excellent power efficiency for thin and light laptops, reliable single-thread performance for everyday tasks, and inclusion of advanced features like Intel Deep Learning Boost and PCIe 4.0 support. However, its main cons include limited multi-threaded performance due to the low core count, a lack of vPro management features, and integrated graphics that are insufficient for demanding gaming or professional creative workloads.

Technical Specifications of processor Intel U300

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%

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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

5.4
Intel U300 has a technical score of 5.4 points, which is higher than that of 53.7% 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 U300 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%

5.4

Overall score

40.0%

9.6

Price

6.7
Intel U300 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.7 points, which is higher than 61.9% 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

mobile
Intel U300 belongs to the mobile processor class, which is more advanced than that of 7.3% of processors and equal to that of 48.6% of processors.
laptop
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

FCBGA1744
Intel U300 uses the FCBGA1744 CPU socket, which is older than that of 71% of processors and equal to that of 5.1% 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

N/A
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 U300 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+

5
Intel U300 has 5 CPU cores, which is fewer than 50.2% of processors and equal to 0.5% 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+

6
Intel U300 offers 6 CPU threads, which is fewer than 64.8% of processors and equal to 2.2% 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

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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

4.4 GHz
Intel U300 reaches a boost clock of 4.4 GHz which is higher than that of 51.2% of processors and equal to that of 5.1% 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

1 x 1.2 GHz & 4 x 0.9 GHz
Intel U300 has a base clock of 1x1.2 GHz & 4x0.9 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

10 nm
Intel U300 uses a 10 nm process node, which is more advanced than that of 52.3% of processors and equal to that of 19.1% 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 7
Intel U300 is built on the Intel 7 foundry process, which is more advanced than that of 66.2% of processors and equal to that of 14.9% 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 U300 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

3.25 MB
Intel U300 has an L2 cache of 3.25 MB which is larger than that of 54.7% 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

464 KB
Intel U300 has an L1 cache of 464 KB which is larger than that of 61.1% of processors and equal to that of 0.4% 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/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X
Intel U300 supports DDR DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X, which is newer than that of 97.3% of processors and equal to that of 2.7% 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

5,200 MHz
Intel U300 supports memory speeds up to 5200 MHz, which is higher than that of 72.1% of processors and equal to 7% 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

LPDDR5-5200 MHz
Intel U300 supports JEDEC memory speeds up to LPDDR5-5200 MHz, which is higher than that of 72.2% of processors and equal to 1.8% 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

5,200 MHz
Intel U300 supports XMP/EXPO memory speeds up to 5200 MHz, which is higher than that of 94.5% of processors and equal to 1.5% of processors.
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

96 GB
Intel U300 supports up to 96 GB of memory, which is more than 56% of processors and equal to 5.8% 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

yes
Intel U300 includes integrated graphics. 87.6% of processors include integrated graphics.
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 48EU
Intel U300 uses the Intel UHD Graphics 48EU integrated GPU, which is less advanced than that in 61.3% of processors and equal to that in 0.7% 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

48
Intel U300 has 48 GPU execution units, which is more than 82.5% of processors and equal to 4.7% 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

400 MHz
Intel U300 has an integrated GPU clock of 400 MHz which is higher than that of 73.3% of processors and equal to that of 8% 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

AV1 (HW decode)
Intel U300 supports AV1 (HW decode) media codecs, which is narrower support than 63.1% of processors and equal to 10.8% 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

15 W
Intel U300 has a TDP of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.7% of processors and equal to that of 16.1% 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

15 W
Intel U300 has a base power of 15 W which is lower than that of 77.2% of processors and equal to that of 16.2% 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 U300 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 U300 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 U300 supports configurable TDP. 52.9% of processors support configurable TDP.
cTDP: 12 W
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Intel U300 vs the average processor

  • Newer DDR support
    Intel U300 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4).
    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

    Intel U300 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4).DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel U300 has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 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 U300 has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.1.25 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core
  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel U300 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
    What it is: A stock CPU cooler is included in the box with the processor.
    When it matters: When total build cost matters and you need to know whether separate cooling must be bought right away.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel U300 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 46.7% higher single-core score
    Intel U300 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,158 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
    What it is: A Geekbench 6 score that reflects single-core CPU performance in mixed modern workloads.
    When it matters: When you care about snappy everyday performance in lighter apps, browsing, office work, or tasks that do not scale well across many cores.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >2000

    Intel U300 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,158 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.2,158 vs 1,471
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel U300 uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
    P-cores + E-cores
    What it is: Combines high-performance cores with lower-power efficiency cores instead of relying on just one core type.
    When it matters: When you want strong burst performance in demanding tasks without wasting as much power during lighter background work.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Intel U300 uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel U300 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor 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 U300 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake).Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel U300 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
    What it is: The newest PCIe generation the processor can use directly for graphics cards, SSDs, and other high-speed expansion devices.
    When it matters: When you want support for newer GPUs or SSDs, or more bandwidth for high-speed expansion hardware.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: 4.0

    Intel U300 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).4.0 vs 3.0
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel U300 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 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 U300 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.15 W vs 45 W
  • Supports HMP
    Intel U300 supports HMP, the average processor does not.
  • 3 year/s newer release date
    Intel U300 has a newer release date than the average processor (2,023 vs 2,020).
  • Includes crypto acceleration
    Intel U300 includes crypto acceleration, the average processor does not.
  • 46.7% higher single-core score
    Intel U300 has a higher Geekbench 6 single-core score than the average processor (2,158 vs 1,471). The average processor scores 1,471 in Geekbench 6 single-core.
  • 26.1% better single-core performance
    Intel U300 has a higher PassMark single-core score than the average processor (3,130 vs 2,483). The average processor scores 2,483 in PassMark single-core.
  • 21.9% higher Cinebench R20 single-core score
    Intel U300 has a higher Cinebench R20 single-core score than the average processor (590 vs 484). The average processor scores 484 in Cinebench R20 single-core.
  • 2 wider front-end design
    Intel U300 has a higher front-end width than the average processor (6 vs 4). The average processor uses front-end width of 4.
  • 2.5x more L2 per core
    Intel U300 has more L2 cache per core than the average processor (1.3 MB/core vs 0.5 MB/core). The average processor provides 0.5 MB/core of L2 cache per core.
  • Uses big.LITTLE design
    Intel U300 uses a big.LITTLE design, the average processor does not.
  • More advanced microarchitecture
    Intel U300 uses a more advanced microarchitecture than the average processor (Raptor Lake vs Kaby Lake).
  • More advanced foundry
    Intel U300 uses a more advanced foundry process than the average processor (Intel 7 vs Intel 14 nm).
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    Intel U300 has a lower process node than the average processor (10 nm vs 12 nm). The average processor uses a process node of 12 nm.
  • Newer DDR support
    Intel U300 supports a newer DDR generation than the average processor (DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR4X/LPDDR5/LPDDR5X vs DDR4).
  • Newer PCIe version
    Intel U300 supports a newer PCIe version than the average processor (4 vs 3.0).
  • 4 more PCIe lanes
    Intel U300 has more PCIe lanes than the average processor (20 vs 16). The average processor offers 16 PCIe lanes.
  • 77.3% higher memory speed
    Intel U300 has a higher maximum memory speed than the average processor (5,200 MHz vs 2,933 MHz). The average processor supports memory speed of 2,933 MHz.
  • 50% more memory capacity
    Intel U300 has more maximum memory capacity than the average processor (96 GB vs 64 GB). The average processor supports 64 GB of memory.
  • 2x more GPU execution units
    Intel U300 has more GPU execution units than the average processor (48 vs 24). The average processor has 24 GPU execution units.
  • 1 more supported displays
    Intel U300 has more supported displays than the average processor (4 vs 3). The average processor supports 3 displays.
  • Includes stock cooler
    Intel U300 includes a stock cooler, the average processor does not.
  • 66.7% lower base power
    Intel U300 has a lower base power draw than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a base power draw of 45 W.
  • 66.7% lower TDP
    Intel U300 has a lower TDP than the average processor (15 W vs 45 W). The average processor has a TDP of 45 W.

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Platform
Performance
Cache & Architecture
Memory & PCIe
Integrated Graphics
Power & Thermal
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel U300 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel U300 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,744 vs FP2).
  • 32.7% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel U300 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,873 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    Intel U300 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (6 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.
  • 16 lower clock multiplier
    Intel U300 has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (12 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
  • 1 fewer CPU cores
    Intel U300 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (5 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.
  • 17.4% lower PassMark score
    Intel U300 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (8,704 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel U300 supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
  • 32.7% weaker multi-core performance
    Intel U300 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,873 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.
    What it is: A Cinebench R20 score that reflects how well the processor handles long, heavy rendering workloads across many cores.
    When it matters: When you care about sustained multi-core performance in rendering, compiling, heavy creation work, or productivity workloads that use many threads.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >4700

    Intel U300 has a lower multi-core performance than the average processor (1,873 vs 2,783). The average processor scores 2,783 in Cinebench R20 multi-core.1,873 vs 2,783
  • Narrower media codec support
    Intel U300 supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).
    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

    Intel U300 supports fewer media codecs than the average processor (AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)).AV1 (HW decode) vs H.264 (HW decode/encode), H.265 (HW decode/encode), VP9 (HW decode/encode), AV1 (HW decode)
  • Narrower instruction support
    Intel U300 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA 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 U300 supports a narrower instruction set than the average processor (MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA).MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2, FMA3, AES, SHA vs MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, F16C, FMA3, AES, SHA
  • 16 lower clock multiplier
    Intel U300 has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (12 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.
    What it is: The ratio used to derive CPU frequency from the base clock.
    When it matters: When you tune or compare overclocking behavior.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >33

    Intel U300 has a lower clock multiplier than the average processor (12 vs 28). The average processor has a clock multiplier of 28.12 vs 28
  • 1 fewer CPU cores
    Intel U300 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (5 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 U300 has fewer CPU cores than the average processor (5 vs 6). The average processor has 6 CPU cores.5 vs 6
  • 2 fewer CPU threads
    Intel U300 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (6 vs 8). The average processor has 8 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+

    Intel U300 has fewer CPU threads than the average processor (6 vs 8). The average processor has 8 CPU threads.6 vs 8
  • Older CPU socket
    Intel U300 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,744 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 U300 uses an older CPU socket than the average processor (FCBGA1,744 vs FP2).FCBGA1744 vs FP2
  • 17.4% lower PassMark score
    Intel U300 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (8,704 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.
    What it is: A benchmark score that gives a broad idea of overall processor performance.
    When it matters: When you want a quick overall performance comparison.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >19000

    Intel U300 has a lower PassMark benchmark score than the average processor (8,704 vs 10,532.5). The average processor scores 10,532.5 in PassMark benchmark.8,704 vs 10,532.5
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What customers like about Intel U300?

  • High energy efficiency, making it ideal for thin and light laptops with long battery life (approx. 10-12 hours for office work).
  • Strong single-core performance for an entry-level chip, reaching a 4.4 GHz turbo boost for quick response in basic tasks.
  • Efficient handling of 4K video playback thanks to the Intel Quick Sync decoder.
  • Low heat output and quiet operation, suitable for passively or compactly cooled devices.
  • Support for modern technologies like DDR5-5200 memory and PCIe 4.0 storage.

What customers dislike about Intel U300?

  • Limited multitasking and multi-threading power due to having only 5 cores (1P + 4E) and 6 threads.
  • Weak integrated graphics (UHD Graphics with 48 EUs) that struggle with most modern 3D games and demanding creative software.
  • Poor value in some markets compared to older or higher-tier Core i5/Ryzen 5 processors that offer more cores for a similar price.
  • Stabilizes at lower clock speeds (2.8-3.0 GHz) during prolonged heavy workloads to prevent overheating.
  • Lacks advanced features like Thunderbolt 4 support in some budget implementations despite architectural compatibility.

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valid.x86.fr
Mars 2026
Intel U300 CPU-Z Single-Thread Benchmark

a little longer The AMD Ryzen 9 7945HX, as shown in the CPU-Z benchmark, is a top-tier "Dragon Range" mobile processor featuring 16 Zen 4 cores and 32 threads with boost speeds up to 5.4 GHz, offering desktop-level performance. A key advantage is its exceptional multi-core efficiency, delivering performance competitive with or superior to Intel's Core i9-13980HX at significantly...Read more

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cpubenchmark.net
15/06/2023
Intel U300 - CPU Performance Benchmarks and Comparisons

The Intel U300 is a Raptor Lake-U series entry-level mobile processor launched in Q3 2023 for thin-and-light laptops, featuring a 5-core/6-thread hybrid architecture. It pairs a single high-performance "Raptor Cove" P-core with 4 efficient "Gracemont" E-cores, supporting DDR5-5200 memory and PCIe 4.0, with a 15W base power. Pros include strong single-threaded performance, yielding a...Read more

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laptopmedia.com
30/06/2026
Intel Processor U300 | LaptopMedia

The Intel Processor U300 is an entry-level Raptor Lake-U chip designed for thin-and-light laptops, featuring a hybrid architecture with 5 cores and 6 threads. It serves as a modern alternative to Alder Lake-N processors, offering 15W base TDP and support for DDR5 RAM. While providing decent single-core performance suitable for daily office tasks and web browsing, it lacks the...Read more

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hardware.info
30/06/2026
Hardware Info Laptop Comparison Tool (Technical tests and benchmarks for U300 models like the Acer Spin 3)

The laptop market featured on Hardware Info highlights a shift towards high-performance, 16-inch productivity machines, often combining Intel Core i9 processors with Nvidia GeForce RTX GPUs for versatile workstation capabilities. Key advantages include the adoption of 16:10 aspect ratio screens for increased vertical workspace and 16GB of LPDDR5X RAM, which offers robust...Read more

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notebookcheck.nl
13/09/2023
Lenovo V17 G4 IRU (Quick test with Intel U300)

The Lenovo V17 G4 IRU is an affordable 17.3-inch office laptop, rated "Good" for its balanced performance, featuring an Intel U300 processor and a notable 350-nit FHD IPS display with 95% sRGB coverage. While housed in a plastic chassis, it remains relatively light at 2.02 kg and includes practical features like a webcam privacy shutter, though it lacks keyboard backlighting....Read more

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