Core i3-10305 vs Core i7-10710U

Core i3-10305

4 Cores8 Thrd65 WWMax: 4.5 GHz2021

Core i7-10710U

6 Cores12 Thrd25 WWMax: 4.7 GHz2019

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i3-10305

4 / 8

9,210

0.0%

9,240

+0.3%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i3-10305

#188

Ryzen 5 PRO 4655G

MSRP: $165|Avg: $165

107%

#189

Ryzen 7 4700GE

MSRP: $299|Avg: $200

107%

#190

Core i5-10400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $100

106%

#191

Core i5-10600KF

MSRP: $250|Avg: $145

106%

#192

Ryzen 3 PRO 3200GE

MSRP: $99|Avg: $70

106%

#193

Core i9-12900F

MSRP: $494|Avg: $370

105%

#194

Core i5-12400

MSRP: $209|Avg: $195

105%

#195

Ryzen 5 7400

MSRP: $229|Avg: $229

104%

#196

Ryzen 9 9900X3D

MSRP: $599|Avg: $589

104%

#197

Ryzen 5 5600X3D

MSRP: $229|Avg: $229

104%

#198

Core i3-9350KF

MSRP: $173|Avg: $80

103%

#199

Ryzen 7 PRO 5755GE

MSRP: $220|Avg: $220

103%

#200

Core i3-9300

MSRP: $143|Avg: $75

103%

#201

Ryzen 7 3800XT

MSRP: $399|Avg: $249

102%

#202

Core i5-11400T

MSRP: $182|Avg: $140

101%

#203

Core i3-10305

MSRP: $149|Avg: $100

100%

#204

Core i3-9320

MSRP: $154|Avg: $80

100%

#205

Core i3-10105

MSRP: $122|Avg: $90

99%

#206

Core i3-13100E

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

99%

#207

Core i9-13900F

MSRP: $524|Avg: $536

99%

#208

Processor 300

MSRP: $82|Avg: $80

99%

#209

Ryzen 5 2600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $145

98%

#210

Ryzen 5 2400GE

MSRP: $169|Avg: $80

98%

#211

Core i9-14900KS

MSRP: $749|Avg: $670

98%

#212

Ryzen 7 7800X3D

MSRP: $449|Avg: $384

97%

#213

Core i3-8100T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $59

97%

#214

Core i7-13700E

MSRP: $390|Avg: $380

97%

#215

Ryzen 7 PRO 5750G

MSRP: $430|Avg: $270

96%

#216

Core i7-9700

MSRP: $333|Avg: $150

96%

#217

Core i5-13500TE

MSRP: $235|Avg: $250

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-10710U

#817

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1317%

#818

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1298%

#819

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1192%

#820

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1186%

#821

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1175%

#823

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1135%

#824

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1088%

#825

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1087%

#826

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1057%

#829

Core i7-10710U

MSRP: $415|Avg: N/A

100%

#835

FX-9830P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

99%

#836

Celeron M P4600

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

98%

#838

Celeron 887

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The Core i7-10710U delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the Core i3-10305 in both compute-intensive tasks (0.3% faster) and gaming workloads.

Insight	Core i3-10305	Core i7-10710U
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($100)	⚠️ Higher cost ($415)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Comet Lake-R (2021) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Value Proposition: The Core i3-10305 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $100 (vs $415), it costs 76% less. While offering competitive performance, it results in a 314% higher cost efficiency score compared to the Core i7-10710U.

Insight	Core i3-10305	Core i7-10710U
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+314%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($100)	⚠️ Higher cost ($415)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Core i3-10305 Benchmark Check

Core i7-10710U Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-10305 and Core i7-10710U

Core i3-10305

The Core i3-10305 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 March 2021 (4 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-R (2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 3.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1200. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2666. Passmark benchmark score: 9,210 points. Launch price was $149.

Core i7-10710U

The Core i7-10710U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 August 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 4.7 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 9,240 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Core i3-10305 packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i7-10710U offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Core i7-10710U has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Core i3-10305 versus 4.7 GHz on the Core i7-10710U — a 4.3% clock advantage for the Core i7-10710U (base: 3.8 GHz vs 1.1 GHz). The Core i3-10305 uses the Comet Lake-R (2021) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-10710U uses Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-10305 scores 9,210 against the Core i7-10710U's 9,240 — a 0.3% lead for the Core i7-10710U. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i3-10305 vs 12 MB (total) on the Core i7-10710U.

Feature	Core i3-10305	Core i7-10710U
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	6 / 12+50%
Boost Clock	4.5 GHz	4.7 GHz+4%
Base Clock	3.8 GHz+245%	1.1 GHz
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)	12 MB (total)+50%
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm	14 nm
Architecture	Comet Lake-R (2021)	Comet Lake-U (2019−2020)
PassMark	9,210	9,240
Geekbench 6 Single	1,536	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i3-10305 uses the LGA1200 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-10710U uses FCBGA1528 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR4-2666 on the Core i3-10305 versus LPDDR3-2133 on the Core i7-10710U — the Core i3-10305 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-10305 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes.

Feature	Core i3-10305	Core i7-10710U
Socket	LGA1200	FCBGA1528
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2666+33%	LPDDR3-2133
Max RAM Capacity	128 GB+100%	64 GB
RAM Channels	2	2
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	16	16

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support VT-x, VT-d virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 630 (Core i3-10305) and UHD Graphics (Core i7-10710U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-10710U targets Mobile.