Core i5-3570K vs Processor N150

Core i5-3570K

4 Cores4 Thrd77 WWMax: 3.8 GHz2012

Processor N150

4 Cores4 Thrd0 WWMax: 3.6 GHz2024

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-3570K

4 / 4

4,971

0.0%

5,016

+0.9%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money. The Core i5-3570K is positioned at rank 749 and the Processor N150 is on rank 118, so the Processor N150 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3570K

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

14111%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

13334%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

9681%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

2917%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2310%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2021%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1158%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1142%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1040%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1040%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1028%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1001%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

987%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

983%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

974%

#749

Core i5-3570K

MSRP: $225|Avg: $35

100%

#750

Athlon II X3 455

MSRP: $88|Avg: $15

100%

#751

Core i5-3570S

MSRP: $213|Avg: $59

100%

#752

Core i7-3770

MSRP: $294|Avg: $60

99%

#753

Pentium G2120

MSRP: $86|Avg: $20

99%

#754

Core i5-3340S

MSRP: $182|Avg: $25

99%

#755

Celeron G1101

MSRP: $50|Avg: $20

98%

#756

FX-8150

MSRP: $245|Avg: $50

98%

#757

Pentium G3240

MSRP: $89|Avg: $126

98%

#758

Core i5-3550S

MSRP: $205|Avg: $100

98%

#759

FX-8140

MSRP: $225|Avg: $120

98%

#760

Athlon X2 450

MSRP: $60|Avg: $15

98%

#761

Athlon II X3 450

MSRP: $87|Avg: $15

97%

#762

Core i7-4790

MSRP: $339|Avg: $60

97%

#763

Pentium G640

MSRP: $64|Avg: $5

97%

#764

Pentium G840

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Processor N150

#106

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

292%

#107

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

288%

#108

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

265%

#109

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

263%

#110

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

261%

#112

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

252%

#113

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

242%

#114

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

241%

#115

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

235%

#118

Processor N150

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#126

Celeron N4000

MSRP: $107|Avg: $30

98%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Processor N150 (2024) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-3570K	Processor N150
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($35)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Twin Lake (2024−2025) / 10 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-3570K (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-3570K	Processor N150
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($35)	✅ More affordable ($0)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

Core i5-3570K Benchmark Check

Processor N150 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-3570K and Processor N150

Core i5-3570K

The Core i5-3570K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 29 April 2012 (13 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.4 GHz, with boost up to 3.8 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 77 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,971 points. Launch price was $235.

Processor N150

The Processor N150 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 20 November 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Twin Lake (2024−2025) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 0.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): + 6 MB. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 5,016 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-3570K and Processor N150 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.8 GHz on the Core i5-3570K versus 3.6 GHz on the Processor N150 — a 5.4% clock advantage for the Core i5-3570K (base: 3.4 GHz vs 0.1 GHz). The Core i5-3570K uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Processor N150 uses Twin Lake (2024−2025) (10 nm). In PassMark, the Core i5-3570K scores 4,971 against the Processor N150's 5,016 — a 0.9% lead for the Processor N150. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Core i5-3570K	Processor N150
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.8 GHz+6%	3.6 GHz
Base Clock	3.4 GHz+3300%	0.1 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	6 MB (total)
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	2 MB (total)+700%
Process	22 nm	10 nm-55%
Architecture	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)	Twin Lake (2024−2025)
PassMark	4,971	5,016
Geekbench 6 Single	1,000	—

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-3570K uses the LGA1155 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Processor N150 uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-3570K	Processor N150
Socket	LGA1155	FCBGA1264
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%
Max RAM Speed	DDR3-1600	—
Max RAM Capacity	32 GB	—
RAM Channels	2	—
ECC Support	❌	—
PCIe Lanes	16	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, EPT (Core i5-3570K) / not specified (Processor N150). The Core i5-3570K includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 4000), while the Processor N150 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-3570K targets Legacy Gaming Desktop. Direct competitor: Core i5-3570K rivals FX-8350.