Intel Core i3-N305
Opinion and specs
Our verdict
BasicThe Intel Core i3-N305 is a basic 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 2023.
It is currently fitted in 3 laptops from €330, at an average price of €764.
Above €499 there are clearly better options: for that money the Intel Core i5-1334U is 39% faster. That is the sensible ceiling.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Intel Core i3-N305 a good processor?
The Intel Core i3-N305 is a basic processor. It is a low-power chip (15 W): the kind that goes into thin, quiet laptops with long battery life. It ranks 145 of 161 and delivers 15.0% of what the fastest one on the market does.
What year is the Intel Core i3-N305 from?
Intel Core i3-N305 came out in 2023.
What is the AMD equivalent of Intel Core i3-N305?
The closest in performance is AMD Ryzen 5 7520U.
What integrated graphics does the Intel Core i3-N305 have?
The Intel Core i3-N305 has Intel UHD Graphics integrated graphics.
How much does a laptop with the Intel Core i3-N305 cost?
It is currently fitted in 3 laptops from €330, at an average price of €764.
Which alternative is worth it?
Above €499 there are clearly better options: for that money the Intel Core i5-1334U is 39% faster. That is the sensible ceiling.
Specs
| Model | i3-N305 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Intel |
| Family | Intel Core i3 N-series |
| Socket | BGA 1264 |
| Motherboard chipset | Intel SoC |
| Boost frequency | 3,8 GHz |
| Cores | 8 |
| Threads | 8 |
| Frequency | 1,8 GHz |
| Cache | 6 MB |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 15 W |
| Configurable TDP-down | 9 W |
| Tjunction | 105 °C |
| Cache type | Smart Cache |
| Coprocessor cores | 8 |
| Generation | Intel Core i3-Nxxx |
| Base power | 15 W |
| Maximum turbo power | 9 W |
Performance summary
Recommended alternatives
More powerful, also low-power, with a similar starting price
Laptops with Intel Core i3-N305:
Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 15IAN8 82XB006EMH
2 years ago
Intel Core i3 N-series i3-N30515.6" 1920x1080 IPS256GB SSD M.28GB LPDDR5-SDRAMWindows 11 HomeIntel UHD GraphicsLenovo IdeaPad Slim 3 14IAN8 82XA0020MH
2 years ago
Intel Core i3 N-series i3-N30514" 1920x1080 IPS256GB SSD M.28GB LPDDR5-SDRAMWindows 11 HomeIntel UHD GraphicsAcer Aspire 3 A3SP14-31PT-37NV
3 years ago
Intel Core i3 N-series i3-N30514" 1920x1200 LCD 60Hz128GB SSD8GB LPDDR5-SDRAMWindows 11 Home in S modeIntel UHD GraphicsYou have reached the end of the results