CPU
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Core i3-1305U
Core i5-1038NG7
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 i3-1305U is positioned at rank 468 and the Core i5-1038NG7 is on rank 740, so the Core i3-1305U offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-1305U
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-1038NG7
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-1305U | Core i5-1038NG7 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-U (2023) / Intel 7 nm) | ✨ Modern (Ice Lake-U (2019−2020) / 10 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-1305U | Core i5-1038NG7 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
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 i3-1305U and Core i5-1038NG7
Core i3-1305U
The Core i3-1305U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture. It features 5 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 8,634 points. Launch price was $309.
Core i5-1038NG7
The Core i5-1038NG7 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 May 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Ice Lake-U (2019−2020) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1344. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200, LPDDR4-3733. Passmark benchmark score: 8,823 points. Launch price was $320.
Processing Power
The Core i3-1305U packs 5 cores / 6 threads, while the Core i5-1038NG7 offers 4 cores / 8 threads — the Core i3-1305U has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Core i3-1305U versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i5-1038NG7 — a 16.9% clock advantage for the Core i3-1305U (base: 1.6 GHz vs 2 GHz). The Core i3-1305U uses the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture (Intel 7 nm), while the Core i5-1038NG7 uses Ice Lake-U (2019−2020) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-1305U scores 8,634 against the Core i5-1038NG7's 8,823 — a 2.2% lead for the Core i5-1038NG7. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,960 vs 1,250, a 44.2% lead for the Core i3-1305U that directly translates to higher frame rates. L3 cache: 10 MB (total) on the Core i3-1305U vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-1038NG7.
| Feature | Core i3-1305U | Core i5-1038NG7 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 5 / 6+25% | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 4.5 GHz+18% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz | 2 GHz+25% |
| L3 Cache | 10 MB (total)+67% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core)+400% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | Intel 7 nm-30% | 10 nm |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake-U (2023) | Ice Lake-U (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 8,634 | 8,823+2% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 4,388 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,960+57% | 1,250 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 1,900 | — |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-1305U uses the FCBGA1744 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i5-1038NG7 uses FCBGA1344 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR5-5200 on the Core i3-1305U versus LPDDR4-3733 on the Core i5-1038NG7 — the Core i3-1305U supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i3-1305U supports up to 96 GB of RAM compared to 64 GB — 40% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 20 (Core i3-1305U) vs 16 (Core i5-1038NG7) — the Core i3-1305U offers 4 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.
| Feature | Core i3-1305U | Core i5-1038NG7 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1744 | FCBGA1344 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR5-5200+25% | LPDDR4-3733 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 96 GB+50% | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 20+25% | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Only the Core i5-1038NG7 supports AVX-512 instructions — important for machine learning and scientific applications. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-1305U) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-1038NG7). Both include integrated graphics — Intel UHD Graphics (Core i3-1305U) and Iris Plus Graphics G7 (Core i5-1038NG7) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-1305U targets Budget Laptop, Core i5-1038NG7 targets Premium Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-1038NG7 rivals Ryzen 7 4800U.
| Feature | Core i3-1305U | Core i5-1038NG7 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel UHD Graphics | Iris Plus Graphics G7 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | Yes |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | Budget Laptop | Premium Laptop |
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