Core Ultra 7 266V vs Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE

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.

Head-to-Head Verdict, Benchmarks, Value & Long-Term Outlook

This comparison brings together gaming FPS, productivity performance, platform differences, power efficiency, pricing context, and upgrade path so you can see which CPU actually makes more sense.

Core Ultra 7 266V

2024

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +24.0% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 17W instead of 35W, a 18W reduction.

Trade-offs

❌Launch MSRP is still $520 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 266V across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (18,945 vs 19,274).
❌105.9% higher power demand at 35W vs 17W.

Core Ultra 7 266V

2024

Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE

2024

Why buy it

✅Better for gaming: +24.0% higher average FPS across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
✅Draws 17W instead of 35W, a 18W reduction.

Why buy it

Trade-offs

❌Launch MSRP is still $520 MSRP, while Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.

Trade-offs

❌Worse for gaming: lower average FPS than Core Ultra 7 266V across 4 shared CPU benchmark tests.
❌Lower PassMark (18,945 vs 19,274).
❌105.9% higher power demand at 35W vs 17W.

Quick Answers

So, is Core Ultra 7 266V better than Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE?

Yes. Core Ultra 7 266V is the better overall CPU here. You are getting a 24.0% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data, 1.7% better PassMark, and the stronger long-term platform, which makes it the stronger all-around choice.

Which one is better for gaming?

If gaming is the priority, Core Ultra 7 266V is the better pick here. According to our tests, it delivers 24.0% more average FPS across 4 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 266V is the better fit. You are getting 1.7% better PassMark, backed by 8 cores and 8 threads.

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

Core Ultra 7 266V is the smarter buy today. Core Ultra 7 266V is at an unclear MSRP at $520 MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it gives you a 24.0% average FPS lead across 4 shared CPU game tests in our data. It is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (37.1 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), so the better CPU is not just faster, it is also the cleaner value play on paper.

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

Core Ultra 7 266V is the safer long-term CPU choice because it gives you more overall headroom and a better platform outlook.

Games Benchmarks

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 Ultra 7 266V Benchmark Check

Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

Preset	Core Ultra 7 266V	Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
1080p
low	272 FPS	170 FPS
medium	243 FPS	133 FPS
high	205 FPS	106 FPS
ultra	176 FPS	83 FPS
1440p
low	230 FPS	140 FPS
medium	185 FPS	108 FPS
high	152 FPS	85 FPS
ultra	134 FPS	66 FPS
4K
low	161 FPS	66 FPS
medium	130 FPS	55 FPS
high	101 FPS	43 FPS
ultra	89 FPS	34 FPS

Open Core Ultra 7 266V Open Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE

Path of Exile 2

Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

Preset	Core Ultra 7 266V	Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
1080p
low	236 FPS	199 FPS
medium	195 FPS	168 FPS
high	176 FPS	154 FPS
ultra	155 FPS	116 FPS
1440p
low	210 FPS	174 FPS
medium	181 FPS	149 FPS
high	164 FPS	135 FPS
ultra	139 FPS	105 FPS
4K
low	155 FPS	125 FPS
medium	138 FPS	110 FPS
high	132 FPS	86 FPS
ultra	114 FPS	62 FPS

Open Core Ultra 7 266V Open Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE

Counter-Strike 2

Counter-Strike 2

League of Legends

Preset	Core Ultra 7 266V	Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
1080p
low	482 FPS	474 FPS
medium	482 FPS	474 FPS
high	482 FPS	426 FPS
ultra	482 FPS	371 FPS
1440p
low	482 FPS	474 FPS
medium	482 FPS	399 FPS
high	482 FPS	343 FPS
ultra	468 FPS	302 FPS
4K
low	482 FPS	357 FPS
medium	462 FPS	277 FPS
high	404 FPS	227 FPS
ultra	336 FPS	182 FPS

Open Core Ultra 7 266V Open Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE

League of Legends

League of Legends

Valorant

Preset	Core Ultra 7 266V	Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
1080p
low	482 FPS	474 FPS
medium	482 FPS	474 FPS
high	482 FPS	474 FPS
ultra	482 FPS	474 FPS
1440p
low	482 FPS	474 FPS
medium	482 FPS	474 FPS
high	482 FPS	474 FPS
ultra	482 FPS	420 FPS
4K
low	482 FPS	443 FPS
medium	482 FPS	390 FPS
high	480 FPS	347 FPS
ultra	418 FPS	301 FPS

Open Core Ultra 7 266V Open Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE

Valorant

Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core Ultra 7 266V and Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE

Core Ultra 7 266V

The Core Ultra 7 266V 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 5 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: 19,274 points. Launch price was $299.

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 266V is built on the Lunar Lake (2024) architecture. In PassMark, the Core Ultra 7 266V scores 19,274 against the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE's 18,945 — a 1.7% lead for the Core Ultra 7 266V.

Feature	Core Ultra 7 266V	Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
Cores / Threads	8 / 8	—
Boost Clock	5 GHz	—
Base Clock	2.2 GHz	—
L3 Cache	12 MB (total)	—
L2 Cache	2.5 MB (per core)	—
Process	3 nm	—
Architecture	Lunar Lake (2024)	—
PassMark	19,274+2%	18,945

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Memory & Platform

The Core Ultra 7 266V uses the FCBGA2833 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE uses AM5 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core Ultra 7 266V	Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
Socket	FCBGA2833	AM5
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+25%	PCIe 4.0

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Value Analysis

The Core Ultra 7 266V launched at $520 MSRP, while the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE debuted at $0. On MSRP ($520 vs $0), the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE is $520 cheaper.