Core i5-8250U vs Processor 300T

Core i5-8250U

4 Cores8 Thrd15 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2017

Processor 300T

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2024

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-8250U

4 / 8

6,158

+1.2%

6,084

0.0%

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. The Core i5-8250U is positioned at rank #860 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

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 i5-8250U

#848

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1415%

#849

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1395%

#850

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1280%

#851

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1274%

#852

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1263%

#854

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1219%

#855

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1169%

#856

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1167%

#857

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1136%

#860

Core i5-8250U

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#863

Pentium Dual Core T2390

MSRP: $86|Avg: $5

99%

#867

Core i7-1160G7

MSRP: $426|Avg: N/A

99%

#873

Celeron M 540

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Processor 300T

#249

Ryzen Embedded V2718

MSRP: $250|Avg: $200

107%

#250

Core i7-8086K

MSRP: $425|Avg: $178

107%

#251

Core i3-10300T

MSRP: $157|Avg: $100

106%

#252

Core i9-10900TE

MSRP: $309|Avg: $180

106%

#253

Core i9-12900T

MSRP: $489|Avg: $378

106%

#254

Core i5-12600T

MSRP: $223|Avg: $223

105%

#255

Ryzen 5 PRO 4655GE

MSRP: $200|Avg: $180

105%

#256

Ryzen 7 1700X

MSRP: $399|Avg: $60

53%

#256

Ryzen 5 3500X

MSRP: $155|Avg: $171

104%

#257

Core i9-14900

MSRP: $524|Avg: $589

104%

#258

Core i5-8600

MSRP: $213|Avg: $130

103%

#259

Core i3-9100TE

MSRP: $122|Avg: $60

103%

#260

Core i5-12500T

MSRP: $302|Avg: $214

103%

#261

Core i9-13900

MSRP: $549|Avg: $599

102%

#262

Core i7-11700

MSRP: $323|Avg: $274

101%

#262

Core i7-8700K

MSRP: $359|Avg: $160

51%

#263

Core i9-13900T

MSRP: $549|Avg: $570

101%

#264

Processor 300T

MSRP: $82|Avg: $82

100%

#265

Athlon 3000G

MSRP: $49|Avg: $60

100%

#266

Athlon 220GE

MSRP: $65|Avg: $60

100%

#267

Ryzen 9 3900X

MSRP: $499|Avg: $441

99%

#268

Core i5-10500

MSRP: $200|Avg: $178

99%

#269

Celeron G6900T

MSRP: $42|Avg: $50

99%

#270

Core i9-10850K

MSRP: $453|Avg: $300

99%

#271

Core i9-13900E

MSRP: $554|Avg: $554

98%

#272

Core i9-9820X

MSRP: $889|Avg: $280

98%

#273

Core i9-9900X

MSRP: $989|Avg: $300

97%

#274

Core i7-9700K

MSRP: $385|Avg: $200

97%

#274

Ryzen 7 1800X

MSRP: $499|Avg: $120

44%

#275

Core i3-10320

MSRP: $154|Avg: $140

96%

#276

Core i5-9600KF

MSRP: $262|Avg: $150

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Processor 300T (2024) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-8250U	Processor 300T
Gaming	Balanced gaming performance	Balanced gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($82)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake Refresh (2017−2019) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) / Intel 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-8250U (2017) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR4-2400, LPDDR3-2133, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-8250U	Processor 300T
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($82)

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.

Core i5-8250U Benchmark Check

Processor 300T Benchmark Check

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-8250U and Processor 300T

Core i5-8250U

The Core i5-8250U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 21 August 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake Refresh (2017−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-2400, LPDDR3-2133. Passmark benchmark score: 6,158 points. Launch price was $297.

Processor 300T

The Processor 300T is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 January 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200. Passmark benchmark score: 6,084 points. Launch price was $82.

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Processing Power

The Core i5-8250U packs 4 cores / 8 threads, while the Processor 300T offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Core i5-8250U has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Core i5-8250U versus 3.4 GHz on the Processor 300T — identical boost frequencies (base: 1.6 GHz vs 3.4 GHz). The Core i5-8250U uses the Kaby Lake Refresh (2017−2019) architecture (14 nm), while the Processor 300T uses Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-8250U scores 6,158 against the Processor 300T's 6,084 — a 1.2% lead for the Core i5-8250U. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i5-8250U	Processor 300T
Cores / Threads	4 / 8+100%	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz	3.4 GHz
Base Clock	1.6 GHz	3.4 GHz+112%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	1.25 MB (per core)+400%
Process	14 nm	Intel 7 nm-50%
Architecture	Kaby Lake Refresh (2017−2019)	Raptor Lake-S (2023−2024)
PassMark	6,158+1%	6,084
Geekbench 6 Single	1,127	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-8250U uses the BGA1356 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Processor 300T uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-8250U	Processor 300T
Socket	BGA1356	LGA1700
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 5.0+67%
Max RAM Speed	DDR4-2400	—
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	12	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-8250U) / not specified (Processor 300T). The Core i5-8250U includes integrated graphics (UHD Graphics 620), while the Processor 300T requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-8250U targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i5-8250U rivals Ryzen 5 2500U.