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Core Ultra 7 258V vs Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE

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Intel

Core Ultra 7 258V

8 Cores8 Thrd17 WWMax: 4.8 GHz2024
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Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE

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Core Ultra 7 258V vs Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE Performance Spectrum

Core Ultra 7 258V
8 / 8
18,947
0.0%
brand logoCore 5 120UL
brand logoCore Ultra 7 164U
brand logoCore i9-10900T
brand logoCore Ultra 7 165U
brand logoCore i7-13850HX
brand logoXeon w7-3455
brand logoXeon w7-3565X
brand logoXeon w9-3495X
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
4 / 8
18,945
0.0%
brand logoFX-9590
brand logoRyzen 3 PRO 5350GE
brand logoRyzen 7 PRO 4750U
brand logoRyzen 7 PRO 5850U
brand logoRyzen 7 9700X
brand logoRyzen 9 7940HX
brand logoRyzen Threadripper PRO 5975WX
brand logoRyzen Threadripper 9960X

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 Ultra 7 258V vs Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE FPS Benchmarks

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

Search any supported game below to compare 1080p FPS for both components.

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

1080P
Core Ultra 7 258V
low272 FPS
medium243 FPS
high205 FPS
ultra176 FPS
1080P
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
low170 FPS
medium133 FPS
high106 FPS
ultra83 FPS
Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

1080P
Core Ultra 7 258V
low217 FPS
medium179 FPS
high161 FPS
ultra142 FPS
1080P
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
low199 FPS
medium168 FPS
high154 FPS
ultra116 FPS
League of Legends

League of Legends

1080P
Core Ultra 7 258V
low474 FPS
medium474 FPS
high474 FPS
ultra474 FPS
1080P
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
low474 FPS
medium474 FPS
high426 FPS
ultra371 FPS
Valorant

Valorant

1080P
Core Ultra 7 258V
low474 FPS
medium474 FPS
high474 FPS
ultra474 FPS
1080P
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
low474 FPS
medium474 FPS
high474 FPS
ultra474 FPS
Among Us

Among Us

1080P
Core Ultra 7 258V
low60 FPS
medium60 FPS
high60 FPS
ultra60 FPS
1080P
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
low60 FPS
medium60 FPS
high60 FPS
ultra53 FPS
Apex Legends

Apex Legends

1080P
Core Ultra 7 258V
low300 FPS
medium300 FPS
high286 FPS
ultra271 FPS
1080P
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
low277 FPS
medium248 FPS
high225 FPS
ultra199 FPS
ARC Raiders

ARC Raiders

1080P
Core Ultra 7 258V
low285 FPS
medium212 FPS
high184 FPS
ultra165 FPS
1080P
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
low263 FPS
medium195 FPS
high163 FPS
ultra143 FPS
Baldur's Gate 3

Baldur's Gate 3

1080P
Core Ultra 7 258V
low260 FPS
medium221 FPS
high174 FPS
ultra142 FPS
1080P
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
low145 FPS
medium125 FPS
high98 FPS
ultra76 FPS
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

Call of Duty: Black Ops 6

1080P
Core Ultra 7 258V
low272 FPS
medium233 FPS
high208 FPS
ultra183 FPS
1080P
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
low260 FPS
medium223 FPS
high199 FPS
ultra166 FPS
Call of Duty: Warzone

Call of Duty: Warzone

1080P
Core Ultra 7 258V
low234 FPS
medium215 FPS
high178 FPS
ultra166 FPS
1080P
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
low191 FPS
medium175 FPS
high144 FPS
ultra132 FPS
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Core Ultra 7 258V vs Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

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

Core Ultra 7 258V

2024

Why buy it

  • ✅Better for gaming: +36.5% higher average FPS across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
  • ✅Draws 17W instead of 35W, a 18W reduction.
  • ✅100+% more PCIe lanes (8 vs 0) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.
  • ✅Integrated graphics onboard with Arc 140V, while Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE needs a discrete GPU.

Trade-offs

  • ❌Launch MSRP is still $450 MSRP, while Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.

Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE

2024

Why buy it

    Trade-offs

    • ❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core Ultra 7 258V across 50 shared CPU benchmark tests.
    • ❌Lower PassMark (18,945 vs 18,947).
    • ❌105.9% higher power demand at 35W vs 17W.
    • ❌No integrated graphics, while Core Ultra 7 258V can still boot and troubleshoot without a discrete GPU.

    Quick Answers

    So, is Core Ultra 7 258V better than Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE?
    Yes. Core Ultra 7 258V is the better all-around CPU here. It gives you a 36.5% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data, 0% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which is enough to make it the stronger overall pick.
    Which one is better for gaming?
    If gaming is the priority, Core Ultra 7 258V is the better pick. According to our tests, it delivers 36.5% 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 Ultra 7 258V is the stronger fit. You are getting 0% better PassMark, backed by 8 cores and 8 threads.
    Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?
    Core Ultra 7 258V is the better buy right now. Core Ultra 7 258V comes in at an unclear MSRP at $450 MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it still gives you a 36.5% average FPS lead across 50 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (42.1 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.
    Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
    Core Ultra 7 258V is the safer long-term CPU choice because it gives you more room to grow and a better platform outlook.

    Core Ultra 7 258V vs Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE Technical Specifications

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

    Intel

    Core Ultra 7 258V

    The Core Ultra 7 258V is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 24 September 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Lunar Lake (2024) architecture. It features 8 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.8 GHz. L3 cache: 12 MB (total). L2 cache: 2.5 MB (per core). Built on 3 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA2833. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 18,947 points. Launch price was $299.

    AMD

    Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE

    The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE is manufactured by AMD. Socket: AM5. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200. Passmark benchmark score: 18,945 points. Launch price was $299.

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    Processing Power

    The Core Ultra 7 258V is built on the Lunar Lake (2024) architecture. In PassMark, the Core Ultra 7 258V scores 18,947 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE's 18,945 — a 0% lead for the Core Ultra 7 258V.

    FeatureCore Ultra 7 258VRyzen 3 PRO 8300GE
    Cores / Threads
    8 / 8
    —
    Boost Clock
    4.8 GHz
    —
    Base Clock
    2.2 GHz
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    L3 Cache
    12 MB (total)
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    L2 Cache
    2.5 MB (per core)
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    Process
    3 nm
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    Architecture
    Lunar Lake (2024)
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    PassMark
    18,947
    18,945
    Cinebench R23 Multi
    10,000
    —
    Geekbench 6 Single
    2,750
    —
    Geekbench 6 Multi
    11,000
    —
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    Memory & Platform

    The Core Ultra 7 258V uses the FCBGA2833 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

    FeatureCore Ultra 7 258VRyzen 3 PRO 8300GE
    Socket
    FCBGA2833
    AM5
    PCIe Generation
    PCIe 3.0
    PCIe 4.0+33%
    Max RAM Speed
    LPDDR5X-8533
    —
    Max RAM Capacity
    32 GB
    —
    RAM Channels
    2
    —
    ECC Support
    No
    —
    PCIe Lanes
    8
    —
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    Advanced Features

    Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d (Core Ultra 7 258V) / not specified (Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE). The Core Ultra 7 258V includes integrated graphics (Arc 140V), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core Ultra 7 258V targets Gaming. Direct competitor: Core Ultra 7 258V rivals Ryzen 7 8840U.

    FeatureCore Ultra 7 258VRyzen 3 PRO 8300GE
    Integrated GPU
    Yes
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    IGPU Model
    Arc 140V
    —
    Unlocked
    No
    —
    AVX-512
    No
    —
    Virtualization
    VT-x, VT-d
    —
    Target Use
    Gaming
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    Value Analysis

    At launch, the Core Ultra 7 258V was priced at $450, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE came in at $0. On launch pricing ($450 vs $0), Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE was $450 cheaper.

    FeatureCore Ultra 7 258VRyzen 3 PRO 8300GE
    MSRP
    $450
    $0-100%
    Performance per Dollar
    42.1
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    Release Date
    2024
    2024
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