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Overview

The U300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2023 (2 years ago). It features 5 cores and 6 threads. Max frequency: 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 55 Watt. Memory support: DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267. Passmark benchmark score: 8,492 points. Launch price was $149.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The U300 is positioned at rank #372 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 U300

#360

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

518%

#361

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

511%

#362

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

469%

#363

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

467%

#364

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

462%

#366

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

447%

#367

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

428%

#368

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

427%

#369

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

416%

#372

U300

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#375

Pentium Dual Core T3200

MSRP: $64|Avg: $5

99%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for U300 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of U300 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The U300 is a 5-core / 6-thread processor, manufactured on a Intel 7 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.4 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 8 MB Intel® Smart Cache of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 8,492, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Recent generation product.

Specification	U300
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	5C / 6T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	4.4 GHz
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	Intel 7 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	8 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	8,492

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Memory & Platform

The U300 fits into the FCBGA1744 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267 memory.

Specification	U300
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1744
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR5-5200, DDR4-3200, LPDDR4x-4267
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The U300 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 55 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	U300
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	55 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	100 °C

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Value Analysis

It currently holds Rank #372 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #1410 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	U300
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#372
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1410
Release DateLaunch date	1 January 2023 (2 years ago)
Release Year	2023
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel