CPU
GPU
Core i5-1145GRE
Core i3-N300
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 i5-1145GRE is positioned at rank 391 and the Core i3-N300 is on rank 761, so the Core i5-1145GRE offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-1145GRE
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-N300
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Core i5-1145GRE | Core i3-N300 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($362) | ✅ More affordable ($309) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-N (2023) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Core i5-1145GRE | Core i3-N300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+18%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($362) | ✅ More affordable ($309) |
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 i5-1145GRE and Core i3-N300
Core i5-1145GRE
The Core i5-1145GRE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2 September 2020 (5 years ago). It is based on the Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1449. Thermal design power (TDP): 28 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, LPDDR4X. Passmark benchmark score: 8,207 points. Launch price was $362.
Core i3-N300
The Core i3-N300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 0.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (per module). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 7 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 8,283 points. Launch price was $309.
Processing Power
The Core i5-1145GRE packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Core i3-N300 offers 8 cores / 8 threads — the Core i3-N300 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 4.1 GHz on the Core i5-1145GRE versus 3.8 GHz on the Core i3-N300 — a 7.6% clock advantage for the Core i5-1145GRE (base: 1.5 GHz vs 0.1 GHz). The Core i5-1145GRE uses the Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i3-N300 uses Alder Lake-N (2023) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-1145GRE scores 8,207 against the Core i3-N300's 8,283 — a 0.9% lead for the Core i3-N300. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i5-1145GRE vs 6 MB (total) on the Core i3-N300.
| Feature | Core i5-1145GRE | Core i3-N300 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 8 | 8 / 8+100% |
| Boost Clock | 4.1 GHz+8% | 3.8 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.5 GHz+1400% | 0.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 8 MB (total)+33% | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 2 MB (per module)+60% |
| Process | 10 nm | Intel 7 nm-30% |
| Architecture | Tiger Lake-U (2020−2021) | Alder Lake-N (2023) |
| PassMark | 8,207 | 8,283 |
Memory & Platform
The Core i5-1145GRE uses the FCBGA1449 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i3-N300 uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Core i5-1145GRE | Core i3-N300 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1449 | FCBGA1264 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
Value Analysis
The Core i5-1145GRE launched at $362 MSRP, while the Core i3-N300 debuted at $309.
| Feature | Core i5-1145GRE | Core i3-N300 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $362 | $309-15% |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $309 |
| Release Date | 2020 | 2023 |
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