Core i7-4712HQ vs N100

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 i7-4712HQ is positioned at rank 62 and the N100 is on rank 102, so the Core i7-4712HQ 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 i7-4712HQ

#13

Ryzen 3 210

MSRP: $99|Avg: $99

100%

#14

Ryzen 5 PRO 230

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

98%

#15

Ryzen 5 220

MSRP: $150|Avg: $150

94%

#50

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

219%

#51

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

216%

#52

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

198%

#53

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

198%

#54

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

196%

#56

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

189%

#57

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

181%

#58

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

181%

#59

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

176%

#62

Core i7-4712HQ

MSRP: N/A|Avg: N/A

100%

#65

Core i5-3320M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

99%

#66

Core i7-4510U

MSRP: $393|Avg: N/A

98%

#69

Core 2 Quad Q9100

MSRP: $14|Avg: $14

96%

#75

Core i3-4030U

MSRP: $281|Avg: N/A

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar N100

#31

Ryzen 5 230

MSRP: $200|Avg: $190

94%

#90

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

274%

#91

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

270%

#92

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

248%

#93

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

247%

#94

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

244%

#96

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

236%

#97

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

226%

#98

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

226%

#99

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

220%

#102

N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $128

100%

#106

Ryzen 5 2500U

MSRP: $349|Avg: N/A

98%

#109

Celeron 4305U

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

97%

#110

Celeron J1850

MSRP: $82|Avg: N/A

97%

#114

Core i3-4100M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $99

95%

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 N100 (2023) utilizes Intel 7 nm technology and DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Core i7-4712HQ	N100
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($128)
Longevity	🛑 Legacy (Crystalwell (2013−2014) / 22 nm)	✨ Modern (Legacy / Intel 7 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-4712HQ (2014) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Core i7-4712HQ	N100
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($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 i7-4712HQ Benchmark Check

N100 Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Core i7-4712HQ and N100

Core i7-4712HQ

The Core i7-4712HQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 April 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Crystalwell (2013−2014) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 8 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1364. Thermal design power (TDP): 37 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,350 points. Launch price was $378.

N100

The N100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2023 (2 years ago). It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 5,355 points. Launch price was $149.

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Processing Power

The Core i7-4712HQ packs 4 cores / 8 threads, matching the N100's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.3 GHz on the Core i7-4712HQ versus 3.4 GHz on the N100 — a 3% clock advantage for the N100. The Core i7-4712HQ is built on the Crystalwell (2013−2014) architecture. In PassMark, the Core i7-4712HQ scores 5,350 against the N100's 5,355 — a 0.1% lead for the N100. L3 cache: 8 MB (total) on the Core i7-4712HQ vs 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the N100.

Feature	Core i7-4712HQ	N100
Cores / Threads	4 / 8	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.3 GHz	3.4 GHz+3%
Base Clock	2.3 GHz	—
L3 Cache	8 MB (total)+33%	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache
L2 Cache	256K (per core)	—
Process	22 nm	Intel 7 nm-68%
Architecture	Crystalwell (2013−2014)	—
PassMark	5,350	5,355

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Memory & Platform

The Core i7-4712HQ uses the BGA1364 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the N100 uses FCBGA1264 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.