Core i3-1315UE
VS
Processor U300

Core i3-1315UE vs Processor U300

Intel

Core i3-1315UE

6 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.5 GHz2023
VS
Intel

Processor U300

5 Cores6 Thrd15 WWMax: 4.4 GHz2023

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 i3-1315UE is positioned at rank 718 and the Processor U300 is on rank 488, so the Processor U300 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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 i3-1315UE

#706
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
1017%
#707
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
1002%
#708
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
920%
#709
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
915%
#710
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
907%
#712
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
876%
#713
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
840%
#714
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
839%
#715
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
816%
#718
Core i3-1315UE
MSRP: $312|Avg: $250
100%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Processor U300

#153
Core i7-1370P
MSRP: $438|Avg: $280
99%
#476
Atom x5-Z8300
MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A
636%
#477
Atom Z3735G
MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A
627%
#478
Core i5-480M
MSRP: $81|Avg: $77
576%
#479
Core i5-460M
MSRP: $80|Avg: $129
573%
#480
Core i5-2540M
MSRP: $266|Avg: $10
568%
#482
Core i5-450M
MSRP: $32|Avg: $31
548%
#483
Core i3-380M
MSRP: $49|Avg: $25
526%
#484
Core i5-430M
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33
525%
#485
Core 2 Duo T6600
MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4
511%
#488
Processor U300
MSRP: $193|Avg: $180
100%
Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Leadership: The Core i3-1315UE delivers superior performance across the board. It outperforms the Processor U300 in both compute-intensive tasks (1.2% faster) and gaming workloads.
InsightCore i3-1315UEProcessor U300
Gaming
Superior gaming performance
Lower gaming performance
Workstation
Better multi-core power
Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price
⚠️ Higher cost ($250)
More affordable ($180)
Longevity
✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-U (2023) / 10 nm)
✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-U (2023) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Value Proposition: The Processor U300 offers a compelling cost-to-performance ratio. Priced at $180 (vs $250), it costs 28% less. While offering competitive performance, it results in a 37% higher cost efficiency score compared to the Core i3-1315UE.
InsightCore i3-1315UEProcessor U300
Cost Efficiency
Lower cost efficiency
Better overall value (+37%)
Upfront Cost
⚠️ Higher cost ($250)
More affordable ($180)

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.

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i3-1315UE and Processor U300

Intel

Core i3-1315UE

The Core i3-1315UE 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 6 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.5 GHz. L3 cache: 10 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 9,003 points. Launch price was $149.

Intel

Processor U300

The Processor U300 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 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 8,897 points. Launch price was $193.

Processing Power

The Core i3-1315UE packs 6 cores / 8 threads, while the Processor U300 offers 5 cores / 6 threads — the Core i3-1315UE has 1 more core. Boost clocks reach 4.5 GHz on the Core i3-1315UE versus 4.4 GHz on the Processor U300 — a 2.2% clock advantage for the Core i3-1315UE (base: 1.2 GHz vs 1.2 GHz). Both are built on the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture using a 10 nm process. In PassMark, the Core i3-1315UE scores 9,003 against the Processor U300's 8,897 — a 1.2% lead for the Core i3-1315UE. L3 cache: 10 MB (total) on the Core i3-1315UE vs 8 MB (total) on the Processor U300.

FeatureCore i3-1315UEProcessor U300
Cores / Threads
6 / 8+20%
5 / 6
Boost Clock
4.5 GHz+2%
4.4 GHz
Base Clock
1.2 GHz
1.2 GHz
L3 Cache
10 MB (total)+25%
8 MB (total)
L2 Cache
1.25 MB (per core)
1.25 MB (per core)
Process
10 nm
10 nm
Architecture
Raptor Lake-U (2023)
Raptor Lake-U (2023)
PassMark
9,003+1%
8,897
Geekbench 6 Single
2,000
Geekbench 6 Multi
2,100
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Memory & Platform

Both processors use the FCBGA1744 socket with PCIe 5.0.

FeatureCore i3-1315UEProcessor U300
Socket
FCBGA1744
FCBGA1744
PCIe Generation
PCIe 5.0
PCIe 5.0
Max RAM Speed
DDR5-5200
Max RAM Capacity
96 GB
RAM Channels
2
ECC Support
PCIe Lanes
20
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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core i3-1315UE) / not specified (Processor U300). The Core i3-1315UE includes integrated graphics (Intel UHD Graphics), while the Processor U300 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-1315UE targets Mainstream Laptop.

FeatureCore i3-1315UEProcessor U300
Integrated GPU
Yes
IGPU Model
Intel UHD Graphics
Unlocked
No
AVX-512
No
Virtualization
VT-x, VT-d
Target Use
Mainstream Laptop
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Value Analysis

The Core i3-1315UE launched at $312 MSRP, while the Processor U300 debuted at $193. At current prices ($250 vs $180), the Processor U300 is $70 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i3-1315UE delivers 36.0 pts/$ vs 49.4 pts/$ for the Processor U300 — making the Processor U300 the 31.4% better value option.

FeatureCore i3-1315UEProcessor U300
MSRP
$312
$193-38%
Avg Price (30d)
$250
$180-28%
Performance per Dollar
36.0
49.4+37%
Release Date
2023
2023