Intel introduced the Wildcat Lake Core Series 3 CPUs at CES 2026, although specific details like part numbers were not disclosed. The Intel Core 3 304 penta-core processor’s details and benchmarks were leaked.
The table shared comes from Jaykihn on X, highlighting six SKUs: Intel Core 3 304, Core 5 315, Core 5 320, Core 5 330, Core 7 350, and Core 7 360. Differences are noted in SIPP support among variants. The Wildcat Lake processors offer improved GPU speeds compared to predecessors, with frequencies reaching up to 7467 MT/s for LPDDR5x, promising better graphics and AI capabilities with additional 15-17 TOPS NPU.
VideoCardz shared GeekBench 6.5 results for the Core 3 304, showcasing significant performance enhancements over the Alder Lake-N series. The Core 3 304 features a 1.5 GHz penta-core setup, enhancing both single-core and multi-core performance significantly. No GeekBench GPU results were disclosed, but expectations for improved 3D graphics are high.
Specifications for the Core 3 304:
– 1 Cougar Cover P-core and 4 Darkmont LPE-cores with varying turbo frequencies.
– 1 Xe-core Intel Xe3 graphics and an Intel NPU 5 for AI.
– Multiple cache configurations.
– Memory support includes LPDDR5x and DDR5.
– USB/Thunderbolt and PCIe support details.
– TDP/PBP at 15W, with MTP reaching 35W.
– Manufactured on Intel 18A process.
Expectations suggest initial mini PCs utilizing these chips might launch at $400 due to current RAM pricing challenges, deviating from usual $200 entry-level PC costs.
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