Intel Core 3 304
Opinion and specs
Our verdict
Entry-levelThe Intel Core 3 304 is an entry-level processor. It is a low-power chip (15 W): the kind that goes into thin, quiet laptops with long battery life. It came out in 2026.
It is currently fitted in a single laptop, which costs €649.
There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core Ultra 7 255U is 53% faster and its entry price is €99 lower.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Intel Core 3 304 a good processor?
The Intel Core 3 304 is an entry-level processor. It is a low-power chip (15 W): the kind that goes into thin, quiet laptops with long battery life. It ranks 211 of 249 and delivers 18.7% of what the fastest one on the market does.
What year is the Intel Core 3 304 from?
Intel Core 3 304 came out in 2026.
What is the AMD equivalent of Intel Core 3 304?
The closest in performance is AMD Ryzen 3 5425U.
How much does a laptop with the Intel Core 3 304 cost?
It is currently fitted in a single laptop, which costs €649.
Which alternative is worth it?
There is a faster and cheaper option: the Intel Core Ultra 7 255U is 53% faster and its entry price is €99 lower.
Specs
| Model | 304 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Intel |
| Family | Intel Core 3 |
| Socket | FCBGA1516 |
| Boost frequency | 4,3 GHz |
| Cores | 5 |
| Threads | 5 |
| Cache | 6 MB |
| Cache type | Smart Cache |
| Generation | Intel Core (Series 3) |
| Base power | 15 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 35 W |
| Performance-core base frequency | 1,5 GHz |
| Performance-core Max Turbo Frequency | 4,3 GHz |
| Performance cores | 1 |
| Efficient cores | 0 |
| Low Power Efficient-cores | 4 |
| Low Power Efficient-core Max Turbo Frequency | 3,3 GHz |
| Low Power Efficient-core Base Frequency | 1,4 MHz |
Performance summary
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