N150 vs Core i7-3770T

CPU

GPU

N150

4 Cores4 Thrd−WMax: 3.6 GHz2025

Core i7-3770T

4 Cores8 Thrd45 WWMax: 3.7 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

N150

4 / 4

5,418

+0.3%

5,403

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 N150 is positioned at rank 98 and the Core i7-3770T is on rank 805, 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 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 Per Dollar Core i7-3770T

Ryzen 9 7950X

MSRP: $194|Avg: $20

16035%

Core i9-10900T

MSRP: $120|Avg: $5

15151%

Ryzen 3 PRO 4355GE

MSRP: $423|Avg: $5

11001%

Ryzen Threadripper 3960X

MSRP: $1399|Avg: $85

3314%

Ryzen 9 9950X

MSRP: $649|Avg: $129

2625%

Ryzen 5 8400F

MSRP: $303|Avg: $55

2297%

Ryzen 7 PRO 2700

MSRP: $299|Avg: $60

1315%

Ryzen 5 2600X

MSRP: $229|Avg: $55

1298%

Ryzen 3 PRO 5350G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $60

1182%

#10

Core Ultra 5 245KF

MSRP: $294|Avg: $189

1182%

#11

Ryzen 5 5500

MSRP: $159|Avg: $85

1169%

#12

Ryzen 5 3600

MSRP: $199|Avg: $80

1137%

#13

Core i3-9100E

MSRP: $202|Avg: $30

1121%

#14

Core Ultra 5 245K

MSRP: $319|Avg: $200

1117%

#15

Core i3-8300T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $25

1107%

#805

Core i7-3770T

MSRP: $278|Avg: $105

100%

#807

Pentium G645T

MSRP: $64|Avg: $15

99%

#808

Pentium G620

MSRP: $64|Avg: $12

99%

#809

Core i5-7442EQ

MSRP: $250|Avg: $50

99%

#812

Core i3-3250T

MSRP: $138|Avg: $15

99%

#813

Core i5-5575R

MSRP: $265|Avg: $50

99%

#815

Core i3-3210

MSRP: $117|Avg: $25

98%

#816

Celeron G3900E

MSRP: $107|Avg: $35

98%

#817

Athlon II X3 435

MSRP: $87|Avg: $15

97%

#818

Core i7-6822EQ

MSRP: $294|Avg: $190

97%

#819

Athlon II X4 645

MSRP: $126|Avg: $20

97%

#820

Core i5-7400

MSRP: $294|Avg: $70

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	N150	Core i7-3770T
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($128)	✅ More affordable ($105)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Legacy / Intel 7 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-3770T (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	N150	Core i7-3770T
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+22%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($128)	✅ More affordable ($105)

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.

N150 Benchmark Check

Core i7-3770T Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of N150 and Core i7-3770T

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.

Core i7-3770T

The Core i7-3770T 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 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.7 GHz. L3 cache: 8192 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1155. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 5,403 points. Launch price was $330.

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Processing Power

The N150 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-3770T's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the N150 versus 3.7 GHz on the Core i7-3770T — a 2.7% clock advantage for the Core i7-3770T. The Core i7-3770T is built on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. In PassMark, the N150 scores 5,418 against the Core i7-3770T's 5,403 — a 0.3% lead for the N150. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache on the N150 vs 8192 kB (total) on the Core i7-3770T.

Feature	N150	Core i7-3770T
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.6 GHz	3.7 GHz+3%
Base Clock	—	2.5 GHz
L3 Cache	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache	8192 kB (total)+33%
L2 Cache	—	256 kB (per core)
Process	Intel 7 nm-68%	22 nm
Architecture	—	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	5,418	5,403
Geekbench 6 Single	—	850
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	2,859

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Memory & Platform

The N150 uses the FCBGA1264 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i7-3770T uses LGA1155 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	N150	Core i7-3770T
Socket	FCBGA1264	LGA1155
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+33%	PCIe 3.0
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: not specified (N150) / Yes (Core i7-3770T). The Core i7-3770T includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4000), while the N150 requires a dedicated GPU.

Feature	N150	Core i7-3770T
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	Intel HD Graphics 4000
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	Yes

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Value Analysis

At current prices ($128 vs $105), the Core i7-3770T is $23 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the N150 delivers 42.3 pts/$ vs 51.5 pts/$ for the Core i7-3770T — making the Core i7-3770T the 19.5% better value option.