Intel Core 3 305

Embedded CPUIntel

Also called intel core 3 305, core 3 305, 305, core-3-305

IntelEmbedded CPUWildcat Lake

Intel Core 3 embedded processor on Wildcat Lake, with 6 cores and 6 threads and 6 MB L3 at 15 W TDP addressing up to 64 GB and Intel Graphics.

What you need to know

Intel Core 3 305 is a current generation embedded cpu.

Intel Core 3 305 launched in April 1, 2026., It has 6 cores and 6 threads on Wildcat Lake, dropping into the FCBGA1516 socket. Treat the spec table as the facts. Age alone does not tell you to throw it out.

Still good?: Yes, for lighter work
Product age: Less than a year old
Upgrade pressure: Low

Feex says

If apps already feel slow, check RAM and storage before you blame this CPU by name alone.

What this hardware means today

Age and usefulness are not the same number. This page keeps them separate.

Performance today: Good. Good for the class when RAM, storage, and the GPU keep up.
Product age 0 years old: Current generation. Launched April 1, 2026. Newer platforms exist. That does not make this chip unusable by itself.
Support status: Supported. Current Windows and current applications still run on this class of CPU. Platform BIOS support depends on the motherboard or laptop vendor.
Upgrade pressure: Low. Upgrade pressure is low unless you need a different platform feature.

Where does it sit?

Wildcat Lake sits on Intel's recent Core timeline. Later desktop branding moved toward Core Ultra.

11th Gen

12th Gen

13th Gen

14th Gen

Core Ultra

Performance context

These are qualitative readings, not a fake 8.7 out of 10. Workload still wins.

Gaming: Good

Playable in lighter titles. A weak GPU will hide whatever this chip still has.

Productivity: Good

6 cores cover office, browser, and compile work in this class.

Multithreaded workloads: Average

6 threads. Heavy encodes still scale further on higher-core parts.

General use: Excellent

Everyday Windows use is not where most people notice this SKU first.

Efficiency: Good

Rated 15 W base power. That is a platform number, not a promise about your cooler.

Should you upgrade?

Probably not if this chip already matches your work.

Upgrade makes more sense if

Your workload is strongly CPU limited
You need a newer platform for memory, I/O, or chipset features
You need substantially more multicore performance
You need newer connectivity that your current board cannot offer

Upgrade makes less sense if

The GPU is the real bottleneck
Current applications are already responsive
The CPU rarely limits your workload

Specifications

Figures below follow the Feex Hardware Database record for this SKU. Fields without a recorded value are omitted.

Processor

Intel Core 3 305 is built on Wildcat Lake.

Intel Core 3 305 specifications: Processor
Manufacturer	Intel
Family	Core 3
Architecture	Wildcat Lake
Generation	Intel Core processors (Series 3)
Segment	Embedded

Cores and threads

Intel Core 3 305 has 6 cores and 6 threads.

Intel Core 3 305 specifications: Cores and threads
Cores	6
P-cores	2
Threads	6
Hybrid architecture	No

Clock speeds

Base clock is 1.5 GHz. Boost reaches 4.3 GHz.

Intel Core 3 305 specifications: Clock speeds
Base frequency	1.5 GHz
Max boost	4.3 GHz

Cache

Cache on this sheet is 6 MB L3.

Intel Core 3 305 specifications: Cache
L3 cache	6 MB
Total cache	6 MB

Memory

Intel Core 3 305 addresses 64 GB across 1 memory channels.

Intel Core 3 305 specifications: Memory
Supported types	LPDDR5X, DDR5
Max capacity	64 GB
Channels	1

Package and power

Intel Core 3 305 uses the FCBGA1516 socket and a 15 W TDP.

Intel Core 3 305 specifications: Package and power
Socket	FCBGA1516
TDP	15 W
PCIe	Revision 4.0, 6 lanes

Integrated graphics

Intel Core 3 305 includes Intel Graphics.

Intel Core 3 305 specifications: Integrated graphics
Integrated graphics	Intel Graphics

Market

Intel Core 3 305 launched April 1, 2026.

Intel Core 3 305 specifications: Market
Launch date	April 1, 2026
Model	305

Features

Intel Core 3 305 records 4 instruction sets on this sheet.

Intel Core 3 305 specifications: Features
Instruction sets	AVX264-bit (x86-64)SSE4.1SSE4.2
Security	Control-flow Enforcement (CET)Boot GuardHardware RNGOS GuardMode-Based Execute Control
Virtualization	Extended Page Tables (EPT)VT-d (DMA Remapping)VT-x (Hardware Virtualization)

Compatibility

Compatibility
Socket	FCBGA1516
Board	A shared socket is not automatic compatibility. Check the motherboard CPU list and BIOS revision.
Memory	LPDDR5X, DDR5, up to 64 GB
Graphics	Intel Graphics

A shared socket is not automatic compatibility. Boards often need a BIOS update before a newer chip in the same socket will post.

Cooler clearance, VRM quality, and power limits matter as much as the socket name.

Read the memory list on the board. The CPU can list more standards than one motherboard will accept.

No post after a CPU swap

Clear CMOS only after you confirm the board list includes this SKU and the BIOS is new enough. A supported name on a box is not the same as a flashed board.

Sources and verification

Reviewed by Feex editorial. Last verified August 2026 Status: Partially Verified. How we research.

Feex Hardware Database · Specification source used for this sheet. CC BY 4.0.

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