Core i5-4690S vs N150

Core i5-4690S

4 Cores4 Thrd65 WWMax: 3.9 GHz2014

N150

4 Cores4 Thrd−WMax: 3.6 GHz2025

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-4690S

4 / 4

5,476

+1.1%

5,418

0.0%

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 i5-4690S is positioned at rank 845 and the N150 is on rank 98, so the 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 i5-4690S

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

17414%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

16455%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

11947%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3599%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2851%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2494%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1428%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1410%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1284%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1284%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1269%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1235%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1218%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1213%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1202%

#845

Core i5-4690S

MSRP: $306|Avg: $189

100%

#846

Core i3-3250

MSRP: $138|Avg: $40

100%

#847

Core i3-3240

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

100%

#848

Pentium G640T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $69

99%

#849

Core i7-5930K

MSRP: $583|Avg: $410

99%

#851

Core i3-3240T

MSRP: $117|Avg: $8

99%

#852

Athlon II X2 240

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

99%

#854

Core i5-2500S

MSRP: $192|Avg: $61

98%

#856

Athlon X2 BE-2400

MSRP: $60|Avg: $5

98%

#857

Core i3-2102

MSRP: $117|Avg: $15

97%

#858

Pentium G850

MSRP: $86|Avg: $75

97%

#859

Core i5-3475S

MSRP: $249|Avg: $42

97%

#860

Core i7-2600K

MSRP: $317|Avg: $109

97%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar N150

#86

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

271%

#87

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

267%

#88

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

245%

#89

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

244%

#90

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

242%

#92

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

233%

#93

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

224%

#94

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

223%

#95

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

217%

#98

N150

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $128

100%

#102

N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $128

99%

#106

Ryzen 5 2500U

MSRP: $349|Avg: N/A

97%

#109

Celeron 4305U

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

96%

#110

Celeron J1850

MSRP: $82|Avg: N/A

96%

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 N150 (2025) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-4690S	N150
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($189)	✅ More affordable ($128)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Haswell (2013−2015) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / Intel 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-4690S (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-4690S	N150
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+46%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($189)	✅ More affordable ($128)

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 i5-4690S Benchmark Check

N150 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-4690S and N150

Core i5-4690S

The Core i5-4690S is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 May 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 3.2 GHz, with boost up to 3.9 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1150. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1333/1600, DDR3L-1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 5,476 points. Launch price was $224.

N150

The N150 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2025 (less than a year ago). It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 3.6 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Memory support: DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 5,418 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-4690S and N150 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.9 GHz on the Core i5-4690S versus 3.6 GHz on the N150 — a 8% clock advantage for the Core i5-4690S. The Core i5-4690S is built on the Haswell (2013−2015) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i5-4690S scores 5,476 against the N150's 5,418 — a 1.1% lead for the Core i5-4690S. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Core i5-4690S vs 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the N150.

Feature	Core i5-4690S	N150
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.9 GHz+8%	3.6 GHz
Base Clock	3.2 GHz	—
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache
L2 Cache	256 kB (per core)	—
Process	22 nm	Intel 7 nm-68%
Architecture	Haswell (2013−2015)	—
PassMark	5,476+1%	5,418

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Memory & Platform

The Core i5-4690S uses the LGA1150 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the N150 uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Core i5-4690S	N150
Socket	LGA1150	FCBGA1264
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 4.0+33%

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Value Analysis

At current prices ($189 vs $128), the N150 is $61 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Core i5-4690S delivers 29.0 pts/$ vs 42.3 pts/$ for the N150 — making the N150 the 37.5% better value option.