Intel Core i5-8350U vs Intel Core i3-N305

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Performance
Core i5-8350U
6,09216% of 36,991
Core i3-N30547% better
8,92624% of 36,991

The Core i3-N305 has 47% better performance than the Core i5-8350U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-8350U
No data available
Core i3-N305
28.8924% of 121.53

The Core i3-N305 has 24% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i5-8350U CPU

The Intel Core i5-8350U is a 4-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q3 2017. It is part of Intel's Core i5 lineup, which is based on the Kaby Lake-U Refresh microarchitecture. The i5-8350U is compatible with Intel BGA 1356 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 14 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD 620 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i5-8350U supports DDR4 memory. In terms of cache, the Core i5-8350U has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 256 KB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i5-8350U features 4 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1700.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3.6 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i5-8350U includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD 620. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The Core i5-8350U has the 382nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 16.47% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

About the Intel Core i3-N305 CPU

The Intel Core i3-N305 is a 8-core (8-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2023 with a suggested retail price of $309. It is part of Intel's Core i3 lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-N microarchitecture. The i3-N305 is compatible with Intel BGA 1264 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 770 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Core i3-N305 supports DDR4-3200, DDR5 memory and features a single-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 1 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i3-N305 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i3-N305 features 8 total cores which can process 8 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 100.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3.8 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i3-N305 includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 770. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Core i3-N305 has the 280th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 24.13% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 8,926 score and $309 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 28.89. This is the 124th best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoCore i5-8350UCore i3-N305
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i5Core i3
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ3 2017Q1 2023
Launch Price (MSRP)--$309
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i5-8350U
6,09216% of 36,991
Core i3-N30547% better
8,92624% of 36,991

The Core i3-N305 has 47% better performance than the Core i5-8350U for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i5-8350U is ranked 382nd with a score of 6,092, and the Core i3-N305 is ranked 280th with a score of 8,926.

Performance per dollar
Core i5-8350U
No data available
Core i3-N305
28.8924% of 121.53

The Core i3-N305 has 55% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Core i3-N305's 28.89 performance per dollar ranks it 0th among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i5-8350U or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Xeon E3-1505M v59,332+53%
Core i7-7820HQ9,118.5+50%
Core i3-N3058,926+47%
Core i7-7700HQ8,833+45%
Core i7-4930MX8,727.5+43%
Processor N1006,129+1%
Core i5-6300HQ6,111+0%
Core i5-8350U6,092
Core i5-7300HQ6,042-1%
Ryzen 5 2500U5,973-2%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Core i5-8350U orCore i3-N305
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-1370P37.17+29%
Core i7-10875H36.94+28%
Core i5-11300H34.08+18%
Core i5-1135G730.6+6%
Core i5-1038NG729.38+2%
Core i3-N30528.89
Core i7-1365U28.34-2%
Core i7-1355U28.03-3%
Xeon E-2276M27.93-3%
Core i7-11370H27.51-5%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkCore i5-8350UCore i3-N305
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
6,092
8,926
(+46.52%)
3DMark Time Spy CPU
2,537
3,493
(+37.68%)
Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
569
829
(+45.69%)
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
150.5
164.7
(+9.44%)
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
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4,727
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
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1,318
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
6,194
10,095
(+62.98%)
CPU Mark Single-Thread
2,020
2,227
(+10.25%)
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecCore i5-8350UCore i3-N305
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size14 nm10 nm

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecCore i5-8350UCore i3-N305
SeriesCore i5Core i3
MicroarchitectureKaby Lake-U RefreshAlder Lake-N
CodenameKaby Lake-RGracemont
Memory SupportDDR4DDR4-3200, DDR5
Memory Channels--Single-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecCore i5-8350UCore i3-N305
Cores48
Threads88
Clock Speed1700.0 MHz100.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.6 GHz3.8 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier17.0x1.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecCore i5-8350UCore i3-N305
L1 Cache64 KB96 KB
L2 Cache256 KB2 MB
L3 Cache6 MB6 MB

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecCore i5-8350UCore i3-N305
SocketIntel BGA 1356Intel BGA 1264
PCI Express--PCIe 3.0 x9
Thermal Design Power (TDP)15 W15 W
Tcase Max72 °C--
TJ Max--105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecCore i5-8350UCore i3-N305
Integrated GraphicsUHD 620UHD Graphics 770
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, HTT, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, FMA3, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, Boost 2.0MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AVX-VNNI, AES-NI, EIST, Intel 64, CLMUL, RDRAND, SHA, TXT, SGX, VT-d, VT-x, TBT 2.0

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.