Intel Core i3-8300

Intel has launched the 8th generation of Intel Core processors, this time codenamed Coffee Lake. These processors have a very similar architecture to their highly successful predecessor, the Kaby Lake series. However, Intel has introduced various optimisations, creating the Intel Core i3-8300 processor that delivers a significant performance boost while maintaining minimal energy requirements.

Key Features of the Intel Core i3-8300 Processor

• A quad-core i3 processor with the Coffee Lake architecture
• Features a high clock speed of up to 3.7GHz
• Performance increases in order of tens of percentage points compared to the Kaby Lake range
• Compatible exclusively with the new generation of Intel 3XX chipsets
• Integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630 graphics card
• Box heatsink included

Improved Manufacturing Technology

The Coffee Lake architecture is once again based on a 14nm production process. What used to be a very demanding manufacturing process at first, Intel has mastered to a stunning degree of perfection, which means the Intel Core i3-8300 processor can offer a superb price/performance ratio. For the first time ever, the Core i3 series now features four processor cores. The higher number of cores is also accompanied by a higher working clock speed, which is up to 3.7GHz in turbo mode.

Intel Core i3 Packs a Surprising Amount of Power

Access to data is greatly facilitated by a fast 8MB L3 cache that gives the processor cores enough time for instant response to all applications. The Intel Core i3-8300 processor is guaranteed to serve as a reliable building block for gaming PC systems.

Motherboard Compatibility

The Intel Coffee Lake platform contains quite a few changes, so Intel has decided to take a rather unusual step. Although this processor uses the well-known socket 1151, it does require a new motherboard. Specifically, a motherboard with an Intel 3XX series chipset.