Intel Core i7-12800HX vs Intel Core i3-N300

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Performance
Core i7-12800HX349% better
22,37360% of 36,991
Core i3-N300
4,98313% of 36,991

The Core i7-12800HX has 349% better performance than the Core i3-N300 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-12800HX204% better
48.9640% of 121.53
Core i3-N300
16.1313% of 121.53

The Core i7-12800HX has 204% better value for the money than the Core i3-N300 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

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Summary

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About the Intel Core i7-12800HX CPU

The Intel Core i7-12800HX is a 16-core (24-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2022 with a suggested retail price of $457. It is part of Intel's Core i7 lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-HX microarchitecture. The i7-12800HX is compatible with Intel BGA 1964 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 i7-12800HX supports DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Core i7-12800HX has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 80 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1.25 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 25 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Core i7-12800HX features 16 total cores which can process 24 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The 16 cores consist of 8 P-Cores and 8 E-Cores. P-Cores are designed for high-performance tasks and E-Cores are intended for efficiency and lighter tasks. The base clock speed of the CPU is 2000.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 4.8 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is unlocked, enabling overclocking for those seeking to push the CPU's performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Core i7-12800HX 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 i7-12800HX has the 51st best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 60.48% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 22,373 score and $457 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 48.96. This is the 51st best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the Intel Core i3-N300 CPU

The Intel Core i3-N300 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-N300 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-N300 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-N300 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-N300 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 3.7 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-N300 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-N300 has the 408th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 13.47% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 4,983 score and $309 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 16.13. This is the 175th 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 i7-12800HXCore i3-N300
ManufacturerIntelIntel
SeriesCore i7Core i3
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ2 2022Q1 2023
Launch Price (MSRP)$457$309
Production StatusActiveActive
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Core i7-12800HX349% better
22,37360% of 36,991
Core i3-N300
4,98313% of 36,991

The Core i7-12800HX has 349% better performance than the Core i3-N300 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-12800HX is ranked 51st with a score of 22,373, and the Core i3-N300 is ranked 408th with a score of 4,983.

Performance per dollar
Core i7-12800HX204% better
48.9640% of 121.53
Core i3-N300
16.1313% of 121.53

The Core i7-12800HX has 204% better value for the money than the Core i3-N300 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Core i7-12800HX is ranked 51st with a performance per dollar of 48.96, and the Core i3-N300 is ranked 175th with a performance per dollar of 16.13.

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.

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CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i9-12950HX23,129+3%
Core i9-12900HX22,972+3%
Core i7-12800HX22,373
Core i9-13900H22,343-0%
Core i5-13450HX21,982-2%
Processor N1006,129-73%
Core i5-7300HQ6,042-73%
Core i3-N3004,983-78%
Core i7-840QM4,686-79%
Core i3-7100H4,559-80%

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.

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CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Core i7-13650HX50.45+3%
Core i7-13700HX49.48+1%
Core i7-12800HX48.96
Core i7-12850HX47.51-3%
Core i7-13705H46.24-6%
Core i7-8665U16.52-66%
Core i7-8565U16.48-66%
Core i3-N30016.13-67%
Xeon E3-1535M v515.84-68%
Core i7-4910MQ15.27-69%

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 i7-12800HXCore i3-N300
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
22,373
(+348.99%)
4,983
3DMark Time Spy CPU
14,286
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
3,383
(+713.22%)
416
Cinebench R15 Single-Core
260
(+205.88%)
85
Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
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2,803
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
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762
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
32,640
(+343.72%)
7,356
CPU Mark Single-Thread
3,766
(+109.57%)
1,797
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 i7-12800HXCore i3-N300
ManufacturerIntelIntel
FoundryIntelIntel
Process Size10 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 i7-12800HXCore i3-N300
SeriesCore i7Core i3
MicroarchitectureAlder Lake-HXAlder Lake-N
CodenameAlder Lake-HXGracemont
Memory SupportDDR4-3200, DDR5-4800DDR4-3200, DDR5
Memory ChannelsDual-channelSingle-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 i7-12800HXCore i3-N300
Cores168
Threads248
Performance Cores (P-cores)8--
Efficient Cores (E-cores)8--
Clock Speed2000.0 MHz100.0 MHz
Turbo Clock4.8 GHz3.7 GHz
P-core Clock2000.0 MHz--
P-core Turbo Clock4.8 GHz--
E-core Clock Speed1500.0 MHz--
E-core Turbo Clock3.4 GHz--
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier20.0x1.0x
Multiplier UnlockedYesNo

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 i7-12800HXCore i3-N300
L1 Cache80 KB96 KB
L2 Cache1.25 MB2 MB
L3 Cache25 MB6 MB
E-core L1 Cache96 KB--
E-core L2 Cache2 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 i7-12800HXCore i3-N300
SocketIntel BGA 1964Intel BGA 1264
PCI ExpressPCIe 5.0 x20PCIe 3.0 x9
Thermal Design Power (TDP)55 W7 W
Power Limit 1 (PL1)55 W--
Power Limit 2 (PL2)157 W--
TJ Max100 °C105 °C

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

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

SpecCore i7-12800HXCore i3-N300
Integrated GraphicsUHD Graphics 770UHD Graphics 770
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, SHA, EIST, Intel 64, XD bit, VT-x, VT-d, AES-NI, TSX, TXT, CLMUL, F16C, BMI1, BMI2, ABM, ADX, RdRand, TBT 2.0, TBT 3.0MMX, 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.