N100 vs Core i5-6440EQ

CPU

GPU

N100

4 Cores4 Thrd6 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2023

Core i5-6440EQ

4 Cores4 Thrd45 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2015

Performance Spectrum - CPU

N100

4 / 4

5,355

+0.5%

5,329

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 N100 is positioned at rank 102 and the Core i5-6440EQ is on rank 765, so the N100 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 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 Per Dollar Core i5-6440EQ

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

14621%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

13815%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

10031%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3022%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2394%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2094%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1199%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1184%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1078%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1078%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1066%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1037%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1022%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1018%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1009%

#291

Core i9-7900X

MSRP: $999|Avg: $188

98%

#765

Core i5-6440EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $150

100%

#767

Core i5-4590T

MSRP: $192|Avg: $130

99%

#769

Celeron G530T

MSRP: $50|Avg: $17

99%

#770

Core i7-4770K

MSRP: $339|Avg: $100

99%

#771

A10-9700

MSRP: $169|Avg: $40

99%

#772

Core i5-2400

MSRP: $184|Avg: $25

99%

#773

Core i7-5775C

MSRP: $366|Avg: $150

99%

#775

Pentium G2140

MSRP: $100|Avg: $95

98%

#776

Core i7-4790T

MSRP: $303|Avg: $102

98%

#777

Core i5-2320

MSRP: $177|Avg: $22

98%

#778

Pentium G2030

MSRP: $85|Avg: $85

98%

#779

Celeron E3500

MSRP: $62|Avg: $10

98%

#780

Athlon II X2 260

MSRP: $60|Avg: $12

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

Insight	N100	Core i5-6440EQ
Gaming	✅ Superior gaming performance	❌ Lower gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($128)	⚠️ Higher cost ($150)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Legacy / Intel 7 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-6440EQ (2015) relies on 14 nm technology and LPDDR3-1866, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	N100	Core i5-6440EQ
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+18%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($128)	⚠️ Higher cost ($150)

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.

N100 Benchmark Check

Core i5-6440EQ Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of N100 and Core i5-6440EQ

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.

Core i5-6440EQ

The Core i5-6440EQ is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 12 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: LPDDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 5,329 points. Launch price was $250.

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Processing Power

Both the N100 and Core i5-6440EQ share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the N100 versus 2.7 GHz on the Core i5-6440EQ — a 23% clock advantage for the N100. The Core i5-6440EQ is built on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. In PassMark, the N100 scores 5,355 against the Core i5-6440EQ's 5,329 — a 0.5% lead for the N100. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the N100 vs 6 MB on the Core i5-6440EQ.

Feature	N100	Core i5-6440EQ
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 4
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz+26%	2.7 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache	6 MB
L2 Cache	—	1 MB
Process	Intel 7 nm-50%	14 nm
Architecture	—	Skylake (2015−2016)
PassMark	5,355	5,329
Cinebench R23 Multi	—	3,500
Geekbench 6 Single	—	900
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	3,136

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (N100) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-6440EQ). The Core i5-6440EQ includes integrated graphics (HD Graphics 530), while the N100 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i5-6440EQ targets Workstation.

Feature	N100	Core i5-6440EQ
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	HD Graphics 530
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	Workstation

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Value Analysis

The N100 launched at $128 MSRP, while the Core i5-6440EQ debuted at $250. At current prices ($128 vs $150), the N100 is $22 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the N100 delivers 41.8 pts/$ vs 35.5 pts/$ for the Core i5-6440EQ — making the N100 the 16.3% better value option.