CPU
GPU
Processor N100
Core i5-6500TE
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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 Processor N100 is positioned at rank 583 and the Core i5-6500TE is on rank 671, so the Processor N100 offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Processor N100
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-6500TE
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Processor N100 | Core i5-6500TE |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($60) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-N (2023) / 10 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Skylake (2015−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Processor N100 | Core i5-6500TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+68%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($60) |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Processor N100 and Core i5-6500TE
Processor N100
The Processor N100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 0.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): + 6 MB. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 4,869 points. Launch price was $128.
Core i5-6500TE
The Core i5-6500TE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 11 October 2015 (10 years ago). It is based on the Skylake (2015−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.3 GHz, with boost up to 3.3 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1151. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 4,917 points. Launch price was $192.
Processing Power
Both the Processor N100 and Core i5-6500TE share an identical 4-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Processor N100 versus 3.3 GHz on the Core i5-6500TE — a 3% clock advantage for the Processor N100 (base: 0.1 GHz vs 2.3 GHz). The Processor N100 uses the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i5-6500TE uses Skylake (2015−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Processor N100 scores 4,869 against the Core i5-6500TE's 4,917 — a 1% lead for the Core i5-6500TE. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.
| Feature | Processor N100 | Core i5-6500TE |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz+3% | 3.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 0.1 GHz | 2.3 GHz+2200% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 6 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (total)+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm-29% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Alder Lake-N (2023) | Skylake (2015−2016) |
| PassMark | 4,869 | 4,917 |
Memory & Platform
The Processor N100 uses the FCBGA1264 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i5-6500TE uses LGA1151 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Processor N100 | Core i5-6500TE |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1264 | LGA1151 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+67% | PCIe 3.0 |
Value Analysis
The Processor N100 launched at $128 MSRP, while the Core i5-6500TE debuted at $192. At current prices ($100 vs $60), the Core i5-6500TE is $40 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Processor N100 delivers 48.7 pts/$ vs 82.0 pts/$ for the Core i5-6500TE — making the Core i5-6500TE the 50.9% better value option.
| Feature | Processor N100 | Core i5-6500TE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $128-33% | $192 |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $60-40% |
| Performance per Dollar | 48.7 | 82.0+68% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2015 |
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