Intel released the Core i5-8300H processor :year_text, expanding its popular :family_text series. Thanks to the use of the 14 nm process node, the manufacturer achieved an excellent balance of performance. The chip is installed in the compatible motherboards socket. Multitasking is implemented through 4 cores and 8 computing threads, which is sufficient for comfortable work. By default, the cores function at 2.3 GHz. Automatic overclocking algorithms allow the chip to accelerate up to 3.9 GHz when the system demands it. Thanks to 12 MB of L3 cache, latency when accessing RAM is reduced. The processor's base thermal design power (TDP) is stated at 45 W. In entry-level or mid-range gaming builds, this processor will perform confidently, providing acceptable frame rates when using an appropriate graphics accelerator.