Intel Core Ultra 7 258V vs Apple M3 (8-GPU)

The Apple M3 (8-GPU), based on the M3 architecture, was developed for Apple's ecosystem and aims for high efficiency with strong performance.

Manufactured in Apple's 3 nm process, it utilizes performance and efficiency cores. Its integrated graphics unit, Apple M3 (8 Core), offers 102 GB/s memory bandwidth and 20 MB Level 2 cache. The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V, known by the codename Lunar Lake, is designed for energy-efficient Windows laptops.

It is also manufactured in Intel's 3 nm process and combines performance, efficiency, and low-power E-cores. The integrated graphics unit, Intel Arc 140V, achieves 137 GB/s memory bandwidth with 14 MB Level 2 and 12 MB Level 3 cache. In performance comparison, the Apple M3 (8-GPU) shows higher single-core performance.

For multi-core tasks, it is also more powerful, even if the processors are comparable in some tests. For gaming, both integrated graphics solutions offer solid performance for less demanding games. The Apple M3 (8 Core) GPU benefits from software integration, while the Intel Arc 140V benefits from broader compatibility.

Both processors are designed for high energy efficiency; the Apple M3 (8-GPU) is known for its excellent performance-per-watt ratio. A price assessment is difficult as both are offered as integrated components in complete systems. The Apple M3 (8-GPU) offers superior single-core and good multi-core performance with high efficiency, ideal for users in the Apple ecosystem.

The Intel Core Ultra 7 258V is a good choice for Windows users seeking balanced performance, improved efficiency, and modern integrated graphics for diverse applications.