Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE vs Core Ultra 7 266V
Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE
Core Ultra 7 266V
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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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.
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Performance Per Dollar
Performance Per Dollar Core Ultra 7 266V
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE | Core Ultra 7 266V |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($520) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Legacy / Standard Node) | ✨ Modern (Lunar Lake (2024) / 3 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE | Core Ultra 7 266V |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($0) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($520) |
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 Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE and Core Ultra 7 266V
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.
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.
Processing Power
The Core Ultra 7 266V is built on the Lunar Lake (2024) architecture. In PassMark, the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE scores 18,945 against the Core Ultra 7 266V's 19,274 — a 1.7% lead for the Core Ultra 7 266V.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE | Core Ultra 7 266V |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 18,945 | 19,274+2% |
Memory & Platform
The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE uses the AM5 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core Ultra 7 266V uses FCBGA2833 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE | Core Ultra 7 266V |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | AM5 | FCBGA2833 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0 | PCIe 5.0+25% |
Value Analysis
The Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE launched at $0 MSRP, while the Core Ultra 7 266V debuted at $520. At current prices ($0 vs $520), the Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE is $520 cheaper.
| Feature | Ryzen 3 PRO 8300GE | Core Ultra 7 266V |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0-100% | $520 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $0-100% | $520 |
| Performance per Dollar | — | 37.1 |
| Release Date | 2024 | 2024 |
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