Core i3-8300 vs Core i7-10510U
Core i3-8300
Core i7-10510U
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
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Performance Per Dollar Core i3-8300
Performance Per Dollar Core i7-10510U
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i3-8300 | Core i7-10510U |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($136) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($409) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Coffee Lake (2017−2019) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i3-8300 | Core i7-10510U |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+199%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($136) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($409) |
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 i3-8300 and Core i7-10510U
Core i3-8300
The Core i3-8300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 14 February 2018 (7 years ago). It is based on the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.7 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 62 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400. Passmark benchmark score: 6,370 points. Launch price was $138.
Core i7-10510U
The Core i7-10510U 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 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 4.9 GHz. L3 cache: 8 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: 6,408 points. Launch price was $409.
Processing Power
The Core i3-8300 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-10510U's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.7 GHz on the Core i3-8300 versus 4.9 GHz on the Core i7-10510U — a 27.9% clock advantage for the Core i7-10510U (base: 3.7 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The Core i3-8300 uses the Coffee Lake (2017−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i7-10510U uses Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Core i3-8300 scores 6,370 against the Core i7-10510U's 6,408 — a 0.6% lead for the Core i7-10510U. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 1,327 vs 1,300, a 2.1% lead for the Core i3-8300 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Both processors carry 8 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Core i3-8300 | Core i7-10510U |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.7 GHz | 4.9 GHz+32% |
| Base Clock | 3.7 GHz+106% | 1.8 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total) | 8 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 256K (per core) | 256K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Coffee Lake (2017−2019) | Comet Lake-U (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 6,370 | 6,408 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 3,866 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 1,327+2% | 1,300 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 3,300 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i3-8300 uses the LGA1151 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i7-10510U uses FCBGA1528 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR4-2400 memory speed. Both support up to 64 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. Both provide 16 PCIe lanes. Chipset compatibility: H310,B360,H370,Q370,Z370,Z390 (Core i3-8300) and 400-series (Core i7-10510U).
| Feature | Core i3-8300 | Core i7-10510U |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | LGA1151 | FCBGA1528 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR4-2400 | DDR4-2666 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 64 GB | 64 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16 | 16 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i3-8300) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-10510U). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics 630 (Core i3-8300) and UHD Graphics (Core i7-10510U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-8300 targets Mainstream Desktop, Core i7-10510U targets Productivity. Direct competitor: Core i3-8300 rivals Ryzen 3 2300X; Core i7-10510U rivals Ryzen 7 3700U.
| Feature | Core i3-8300 | Core i7-10510U |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics 630 | UHD Graphics |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Mainstream Desktop | Productivity |
Value Analysis
The Core i3-8300 launched at $138 MSRP, while the Core i7-10510U debuted at $409.
| Feature | Core i3-8300 | Core i7-10510U |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $138-66% | $409 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $136 | — |
| Release Date | 2018 | 2019 |
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