
Core i3-1110G4 vs Core i3-7300T

Core i3-1110G4

Core i3-7300T
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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. The Core i3-1110G4 is positioned at rank 985 and the Core i3-7300T is on rank 593, so the Core i3-7300T offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Core i3-1110G4
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-7300T
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-1110G4 | Core i3-7300T |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($128) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) / 10 nm SuperFin) | ✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-1110G4 | Core i3-7300T |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($128) |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-1110G4 and Core i3-7300T

Core i3-1110G4
The Core i3-1110G4 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 September 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm SuperFin process technology. Socket: FCBGA1598. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,160 points. Launch price was $69.

Core i3-7300T
The Core i3-7300T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.5 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,145 points. Launch price was $147.
Processing Power
Both the Core i3-1110G4 and Core i3-7300T share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i3-1110G4 versus 3.5 GHz on the Core i3-7300T — a 10.8% clock advantage for the Core i3-1110G4 (base: 1.8 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Core i3-1110G4 uses the Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) architecture (10 nm SuperFin), while the Core i3-7300T uses Kaby Lake (2016−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-1110G4 scores 4,160 against the Core i3-7300T's 4,145 — a 0.4% lead for the Core i3-1110G4. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,491 vs 1,100, a 30.2% lead for the Core i3-1110G4 that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-1110G4 vs 4 MB (total) on the Core i3-7300T.
| Feature | Core i3-1110G4 | Core i3-7300T |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 4 | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.9 GHz+11% | 3.5 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.8 GHz | 3.5 GHz+94% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+50% | 4 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm SuperFin-29% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Tiger Lake-UP4 (2020−2021) | Kaby Lake (2016−2019) |
| PassMark | 4,160 | 4,145 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,491+36% | 1,100 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-1110G4 uses the FCBGA1598 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i3-7300T uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to LPDDR4x-4267 memory speed. The Core i3-7300T supports up to 64 GB of RAM compared to 32 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 4 (Core i3-1110G4) vs 16 (Core i3-7300T) — the Core i3-7300T offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i3-1110G4 | Core i3-7300T |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1598 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR4x-4267 | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB | 64 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 16+300% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Core i3-1110G4 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Both support VT-x, VT-d, EPT virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48 EU) (Core i3-1110G4) and HD Graphics 630 (Core i3-7300T) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-1110G4 targets Thin & Light Laptop, Core i3-7300T targets Low Power Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i3-1110G4 rivals Ryzen 3 4300U; Core i3-7300T rivals Ryzen 3 2200GE.
| Feature | Core i3-1110G4 | Core i3-7300T |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics Xe G4 (48 EU) | HD Graphics 630 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | Yes | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Thin & Light Laptop | Low Power Desktop |
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