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Intel Processor U300 vs Intel Core Ultra 9 285
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Summary
The Intel Processor U300 was designed as an entry-level solution within the Raptor Lake U architecture for simple computing tasks in compact systems.
Manufactured in a 10 nm process, this model features five cores and six threads, consisting of one performance core and four efficiency cores. In terms of computing power, the Intel Processor U300 delivers solid results for daily office work and web browsing, but lags significantly behind high-end models in multi-core scenarios.
The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 13th Gen (48 EU) is suitable for basic media playback but offers limited possibilities for demanding gaming. With a low thermal design power, the processor operates very efficiently, making it a cost-effective choice for price-conscious users who prioritize low energy consumption over pure speed.
The Intel Core Ultra 9 285 belongs to the high-end segment of the Arrow Lake architecture and is aimed at enthusiasts as well as professional users.
Manufactured in a 3 nm process, this processor offers a modern structure with a high number of cores and threads. In direct comparison, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285 shows a significant lead in both single-core and multi-core performance, qualifying it for intensive workloads such as video editing or rendering.
Gaming performance is higher due to the Intel Xe 4 Core Graphics 64 EUs (Arrow Lake) and the larger cache. In addition, PCIe 5.0 and high memory bandwidth are supported. Despite higher power consumption, efficiency remains competitive thanks to modern manufacturing. This processor is an investment for users seeking maximum computing power.
Manufactured in a 10 nm process, this model features five cores and six threads, consisting of one performance core and four efficiency cores. In terms of computing power, the Intel Processor U300 delivers solid results for daily office work and web browsing, but lags significantly behind high-end models in multi-core scenarios.
The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 13th Gen (48 EU) is suitable for basic media playback but offers limited possibilities for demanding gaming. With a low thermal design power, the processor operates very efficiently, making it a cost-effective choice for price-conscious users who prioritize low energy consumption over pure speed.
The Intel Core Ultra 9 285 belongs to the high-end segment of the Arrow Lake architecture and is aimed at enthusiasts as well as professional users.
Manufactured in a 3 nm process, this processor offers a modern structure with a high number of cores and threads. In direct comparison, the Intel Core Ultra 9 285 shows a significant lead in both single-core and multi-core performance, qualifying it for intensive workloads such as video editing or rendering.
Gaming performance is higher due to the Intel Xe 4 Core Graphics 64 EUs (Arrow Lake) and the larger cache. In addition, PCIe 5.0 and high memory bandwidth are supported. Despite higher power consumption, efficiency remains competitive thanks to modern manufacturing. This processor is an investment for users seeking maximum computing power.
Intel Processor U300
- Low energy consumption for simple tasks
- Cost-efficient solution for office applications
- Optimized for compact system environments
Intel Core Ultra 9 285
- High computing capacity for professional applications
- Advanced manufacturing in a 3 nm process
- Extended bandwidth through PCIe 5.0 support
Benchmarks
Performance Overview
Average performance across multiple benchmarks
Single-core performance
Multi-core performance
Geekbench 6 Single-Core
Single-core performance
Intel Processor U300
66 %
5C / 6T · 4.40 GHz
Intel Core Ultra 9 285
100 %
24C / 24T · 5.60 GHz
Geekbench 6 Multi-Core
Multi-core performance
Intel Processor U300
28 %
5C / 6T · 1.20 GHz
Intel Core Ultra 9 285
100 %
24C / 24T · 5.30 GHz
iGPU - FP32 Performance (Single-precision GFLOPS)
Intel Processor U300
42 %
Intel UHD Graphics 13th Gen (48 EU)
Intel Core Ultra 9 285
100 %
Intel Xe 4 Core Graphics 64 EUs (Arrow Lake)
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Specifications
At a glance
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Intel Processor U300 | Intel Core Ultra 9 285 |
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| Family | Intel Processor U (7) | Intel Core Ultra 9 (12) |
| CPU group | Intel Core i 1300P/1300U (33) | Intel Core Ultra 200 AL-S (20) |
| Architecture | Raptor Lake U | Arrow Lake |
| Technology | 10 nm | 3 nm |
| Segment | Notebook | Desktop |
| Socket | BGA 1744 | LGA 1851 |
| Predecessor | ||
| Successor |
CPU Cores and Base Frequency
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Intel Processor U300 | Intel Core Ultra 9 285 |
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| CPU Cores / Threads | 5 / 6 | 24 / 24 |
| Hyperthreading / SMT | ✓ | ✗ |
| Core architecture | hybrid (big.LITTLE) | hybrid (big.LITTLE) |
| Core Cluster 1: | 1x Raptor Cove 1.20 - 4.40 GHz |
8x Lion Cove 2.50 - 5.60 GHz |
| Core Cluster 2: | 4x Gracemont 0.90 - 3.30 GHz |
16x Skymont 1.90 - 4.60 GHz |
| L2-Cache | 40.00 MB | |
| L3-Cache | 10.00 MB | 36.00 MB |
| Overclocking | ✗ | ✓ |
Integrated graphics (iGPU)
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Intel Processor U300 | Intel Core Ultra 9 285 |
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| GPU name | Intel UHD Graphics 13th Gen (48 EU) | Intel Xe 4 Core Graphics 64 EUs (Arrow Lake) |
| GPU frequency | 0.20 - 1.10 GHz | 0.30 - 2.00 GHz |
| CUs / Shader | 48 / 384 | 4 / 512 |
| Raytracing | ✗ | ✓ |
| Max. displays | 3 | 3 |
| Max. GPU Memory | 32 GB | 32 GB |
| Technology | 10 nm | 5 nm |
| Release date | Q1/2023 | Q3/2024 |
NPU AI performance
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Intel Processor U300 | Intel Core Ultra 9 285 |
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| AI hardware | Intel® AI Boost | |
| AI specifications | Intel AI Boost NPU 4 @ 13 TOPS | |
| NPU + CPU + iGPU | 36 TOPS |
Memory & PCIe
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Intel Processor U300 | Intel Core Ultra 9 285 |
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| Memory | LPDDR5-5200 (83.2 GB/s) DDR5-5200 (83.2 GB/s) LPDDR4X-4266 (68.2 GB/s) DDR4-3200 (51.2 GB/s) | DDR5-6400 (102.4 GB/s) |
| Max. Memory | 96 GB | 256 GB |
| Memory channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC | No | Yes |
| PCIe | 4.0 x 20 | 5.0 x 20 |
| PCIe Bandwidth | 39.4 GB/s | 78.8 GB/s |
Thermal Management
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Intel Processor U300 | Intel Core Ultra 9 285 |
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| TDP | 15 W | 65 W |
| TDP (PL2) | 55 W | 182 W |
| TDP up | ||
| TDP down | 12 W | |
| T. junction max. | 100 °C | 105 °C |
Technical details
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Intel Processor U300 | Intel Core Ultra 9 285 |
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| Chip design | Monolithic | Monolithic |
| AES-NI | ✓ | ✓ |
| Operating systems | Windows 10, Windows 11, Linux | Windows 11, Linux |
| Instruction set | x86-64 (64 bit) | x86-64 (64 bit) |
| ISA extensions | SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 | SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 |
| Release date | Q1/2023 | Q1/2025 |
| Release price | 549 $ | |
| Documents | Technical data sheet | Technical data sheet |
User Reviews
Your rating
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