Core i5-430UM vs E-300

Core i5-430UM vs E-300 Performance Spectrum

Core i5-430UM

2 / 4

1,185

+0.8%

1,176

0.0%

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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.

Core i5-430UM vs E-300 FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

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Core i5-430UM vs E-300: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

Core i5-430UM

2010

Why buy it

✅100+% more PCIe lanes (16 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

❌Fewer obvious downsides in this matchup outside of normal market pricing swings.

E-300

2011

Why buy it

Trade-offs

❌Lower PassMark (1,176 vs 1,185).
❌Launch MSRP is still $60 MSRP, while Core i5-430UM mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.

Quick Answers

So, is Core i5-430UM better than E-300?

Yes. Core i5-430UM is the better all-around CPU here. It gives you a 1.1% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data and 0.8% better PassMark, which is enough to make it the stronger overall pick.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core i5-430UM is the better pick. According to our tests, it delivers 1.1% more average FPS across 50 shared CPU game tests.

Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?

For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, Core i5-430UM is the stronger fit. You are getting 0.8% better PassMark, backed by 2 cores and 4 threads.

Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?

Core i5-430UM is the easy recommendation for a fresh desktop build. Core i5-430UM comes in at an unclear MSRP at unclear MSRP versus $60 MSRP, and it still gives you a 1.1% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. E-300 only looks good on raw value math because it is a cheap legacy laptop chip, not because it is a real desktop gaming recommendation. It simply does not keep up in modern games, especially when the gap is already 1.1% in the shared gaming data.

Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?

E-300 makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2011 vs 2010). That makes it the safer long-term bet.

Core i5-430UM vs E-300 Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

Core i5-430UM

The Core i5-430UM is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 June 2010 (15 years ago). It is based on the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 1.73 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1288. Thermal design power (TDP): 18 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,185 points. Launch price was $69.

E-300

The E-300 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 22 August 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Zacate (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Max frequency: 1.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 40 nm process technology. Socket: FT1. Thermal design power (TDP): 18 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,176 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-430UM packs 2 cores / 4 threads, matching the E-300's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 1.73 GHz on the Core i5-430UM versus 1.3 GHz on the E-300 — a 28.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-430UM. The Core i5-430UM uses the Arrandale (2010−2011) architecture (32 nm), while the E-300 uses Zacate (2011−2013) (40 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-430UM scores 1,185 against the E-300's 1,176 — a 0.8% lead for the Core i5-430UM. L3 cache: 3 MB on the Core i5-430UM vs 0 kB on the E-300.

Feature	Core i5-430UM	E-300
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 2
Boost Clock	1.73 GHz+33%	1.3 GHz
Base Clock	1.2 GHz	—
L3 Cache	3 MB	0 kB
L2 Cache	512 kB	512K (per core)
Process	32 nm-20%	40 nm
Architecture	Arrandale (2010−2011)	Zacate (2011−2013)
PassMark	1,185	1,176
Geekbench 6 Single	250	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	500	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-430UM uses the BGA1288 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the E-300 uses FT1 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-800 on the Core i5-430UM versus DDR3-1066 on the E-300 — the E-300 supports 33.3% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. Both support up to 8 GB of RAM. Memory channels: 2 (Core i5-430UM) vs 1 (E-300). PCIe lanes: 16 (Core i5-430UM) vs 0 (E-300) — the Core i5-430UM offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

Feature	Core i5-430UM	E-300
Socket	BGA1288	FT1
PCIe Generation	PCIe 2.0	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-800	DDR3-1066+33%
Max RAM Capacity	8 GB	8 GB
RAM Channels	2+100%	1
ECC Support	No	No
PCIe Lanes	16	0

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-430UM) vs AMD-V (E-300). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Core i5-430UM) and Radeon HD 6310 (E-300) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-430UM targets Legacy Ultrabook, E-300 targets Budget Mobile. Direct competitor: Core i5-430UM rivals Pentium SU7300.

Feature	Core i5-430UM	E-300
Integrated GPU	Yes	Yes
IGPU Model	Intel HD Graphics	Radeon HD 6310
Unlocked	No	No
AVX-512	No	No
Virtualization	VT-x, VT-d	AMD-V
Target Use	Legacy Ultrabook	Budget Mobile