Processor U300
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Processor U300

Intel

PassMark

8,897

MSRP

$193

AVG Price

$180

4 January 2023 (2 years ago)
15 Watt
Raptor Lake-U (2023)

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Overview

The Processor U300 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 4 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture. It features 5 cores and 6 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 4.4 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 1.25 MB (per core). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1744. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 8,897 points. Launch price was $193.

Value Upgrade Path

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MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Processor U300

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Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Processor U300 specifications and capabilities.

Processing Power

The Processor U300 is a 5-core / 6-thread processor based on the Raptor Lake-U (2023) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 4.4 GHz from a base frequency of 1.2 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 8 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 1.25 MB (per core) of L2 cache and 80K (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 8,897, placing it in the Budget performance tier as a Recent generation product.

SpecificationProcessor U300
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units5C / 6T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost4.4 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency1.2 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture designRaptor Lake-U (2023)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient10 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores8 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data1.25 MB (per core)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache80K (per core)
Bus SpeedData bus frequency55 MHz
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)100 °C
64-bit SupportYes
Windows 11 CompatibleYes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score8,897
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Memory & Platform

The Processor U300 fits into the FCBGA1744 socket and supports PCIe 5.0. It supports DDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel memory.

SpecificationProcessor U300
TypeDesktop or Laptop processorLaptop
SeriesProduct familyIntel Raptor Lake-U
SocketMotherboard socket requiredFCBGA1744
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidthPCIe 5.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standardDDR4, DDR5 Dual-channel
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers1
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Power & Cooling

The Processor U300 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 15 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

SpecificationProcessor U300
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload15 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)100 °C
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Value Analysis

At an average price of $180 (MSRP: $193), the Processor U300 delivers 49 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1391 out of all indexed processors.

SpecificationProcessor U300
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price$193
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days$180
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch$193
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking#1391
Release DateLaunch date4 January 2023 (2 years ago)
Release Year2023
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)Intel

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