Core i5-7442EQ vs N250

Core i5-7442EQ

4 Cores4 Thrd25 WWMax: 2.1 GHz2017

N250

4 Cores4 Thrd−WMax: 3.8 GHz2025

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Core i5-7442EQ

4 / 4

4,834

+1.3%

4,773

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 i5-7442EQ is positioned at rank 807 and the N250 is on rank 133, so the N250 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 i5-7442EQ

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

16118%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

15230%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

11058%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3331%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2639%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2308%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1322%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1305%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1188%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1188%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1175%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1143%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1127%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1122%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1112%

#805

Pentium G620

MSRP: $64|Avg: $12

100%

#806

Pentium G645T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

100%

#807

Core i5-7442EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

100%

#810

Core i3-3250T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $15

99%

#811

Core i5-5575R

MSRP: $265|Avg: $50

99%

#813

Core i3-3210

MSRP: $117|Avg: $25

99%

#814

Celeron G3900E

MSRP: $107|Avg: $35

98%

#815

Athlon II X3 435

MSRP: $87|Avg: $15

98%

#816

Core i7-6822EQ

MSRP: $294|Avg: $190

98%

#817

Athlon II X4 645

MSRP: $126|Avg: $20

97%

#818

Core i5-7400

MSRP: $294|Avg: $70

96%

#819

Pentium E5800

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

96%

#820

Core i7-6820EQ

MSRP: $378|Avg: $344

96%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar N250

#36

Core i5-11500B

MSRP: $185|Avg: $185

97%

#121

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

307%

#122

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

303%

#123

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

278%

#124

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

277%

#125

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

274%

#127

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

265%

#128

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

254%

#129

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

254%

#130

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

247%

#133

N250

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#137

N200

MSRP: $193|Avg: N/A

99%

#138

Core 2 Duo SP9600

MSRP: $316|Avg: N/A

99%

#140

Core 2 Duo P8700

MSRP: $241|Avg: $85

98%

#147

Atom N2800

MSRP: $47|Avg: $3

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 N250 (2025) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i5-7442EQ	N250
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)	✅ More affordable ($0)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Kaby Lake (2016−2019) / 14 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / Intel 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-7442EQ (2017) relies on 14 nm technology and DDR3L-1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i5-7442EQ	N250
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($50)	✅ 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 i5-7442EQ Benchmark Check

N250 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i5-7442EQ and N250

Core i5-7442EQ

The Core i5-7442EQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2017 (8 years ago). It is based on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 2.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 25 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 4,834 points. Launch price was $250.

N250

The N250 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: 3.8 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: 4,773 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

Both the Core i5-7442EQ and N250 share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.1 GHz on the Core i5-7442EQ versus 3.8 GHz on the N250 — a 57.6% clock advantage for the N250. The Core i5-7442EQ is built on the Kaby Lake (2016−2019) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i5-7442EQ scores 4,834 against the N250's 4,773 — a 1.3% lead for the Core i5-7442EQ. L3 cache: 6 MB on the Core i5-7442EQ vs 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the N250.

Feature	Core i5-7442EQ	N250
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 4
Boost Clock	2.1 GHz	3.8 GHz+81%
L3 Cache	6 MB	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache
L2 Cache	1 MB	—
Process	14 nm	Intel 7 nm-50%
Architecture	Kaby Lake (2016−2019)	—
PassMark	4,834+1%	4,773
Geekbench 6 Single	728	—
Geekbench 6 Multi	2,387	—

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Core i5-7442EQ) / not specified (N250). The Core i5-7442EQ includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 630), while the N250 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-7442EQ targets Embedded.