Processor N100 vs Core i7-3612QE

CPU

GPU

Processor N100

4 Cores4 Thrd0 WWMax: 3.4 GHz2023

Core i7-3612QE

4 Cores8 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.1 GHz2012

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Processor N100

4 / 4

4,869

0.0%

Celeron Dual-Core T1400

4,929

+1.2%

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 i7-3612QE is on rank 1042, so the Processor 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 Processor N100

#571

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

771%

#572

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

760%

#573

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

698%

#574

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

695%

#575

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

688%

#577

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

665%

#578

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

637%

#579

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

636%

#580

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

619%

#583

Processor N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $100

100%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i7-3612QE

#1029

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2536%

#1030

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2499%

#1031

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2294%

#1032

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2283%

#1033

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2263%

#1035

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2185%

#1036

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2095%

#1037

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2092%

#1038

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2035%

#1041

A10-7300

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

100%

#1042

Core i7-3612QE

MSRP: $426|Avg: $50

100%

#1043

Pentium Dual Core T4200

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

99%

#1044

A6 Micro-6500T

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#1045

Pentium N3520

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

99%

#1046

E2-3800

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

98%

#1047

Athlon X2 QL-66

MSRP: $150|Avg: $5

98%

#1048

Athlon II Neo K145

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

98%

#1049

Celeron P4600

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

97%

#1050

Core 2 Duo U7500

MSRP: $100|Avg: $10

96%

#1051

Pentium 987

MSRP: $134|Avg: $20

96%

#1052

Core i7-4910MQ

MSRP: $570|Avg: $570

96%

#1053

Pentium T4400

MSRP: $107|Avg: $5

95%

#1055

Athlon X2 QL-65

MSRP: $150|Avg: $22

94%

#1056

Pentium J2850

MSRP: $94|Avg: $94

93%

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 Processor N100 (2023) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, DDR5, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Processor N100	Core i7-3612QE
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks	✅ Better multi-core power
Price	⚠️ Higher cost ($100)	✅ More affordable ($50)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-N (2023) / 10 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i7-3612QE (2012) relies on 22 nm technology and **unknown Dual-channel**, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Processor N100	Core i7-3612QE
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+102%)
Upfront Cost	⚠️ Higher cost ($100)	✅ More affordable ($50)

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.

Processor N100 Benchmark Check

Core i7-3612QE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Processor N100 and Core i7-3612QE

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 i7-3612QE

The Core i7-3612QE 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 2.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6144 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: unknown Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 4,929 points. Launch price was $69.

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Processing Power

The Processor N100 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i7-3612QE's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Processor N100 versus 3.1 GHz on the Core i7-3612QE — a 9.2% clock advantage for the Processor N100 (base: 0.1 GHz vs 2.1 GHz). The Processor N100 uses the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i7-3612QE uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Processor N100 scores 4,869 against the Core i7-3612QE's 4,929 — a 1.2% lead for the Core i7-3612QE. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Processor N100 vs 6144 kB (total) on the Core i7-3612QE.

Feature	Processor N100	Core i7-3612QE
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.4 GHz+10%	3.1 GHz
Base Clock	0.1 GHz	2.1 GHz+2000%
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)	6144 kB (total)
L2 Cache	2 MB (total)+700%	256 kB (per core)
Process	10 nm-55%	22 nm
Architecture	Alder Lake-N (2023)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	4,869	4,929+1%
Geekbench 6 Single	—	640
Geekbench 6 Multi	—	2,200

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Memory & Platform

The Processor N100 uses the FCBGA1264 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i7-3612QE uses BGA1023 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Processor N100	Core i7-3612QE
Socket	FCBGA1264	BGA1023
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+67%	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	—	DDR3-1600
Max RAM Capacity	—	16 GB
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	✅
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Processor N100) / VT-x, VT-d (Core i7-3612QE). The Core i7-3612QE includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 4000), while the Processor N100 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i7-3612QE targets Industrial/Embedded.

Feature	Processor N100	Core i7-3612QE
Integrated GPU	—	Yes
IGPU Model	—	Intel HD Graphics 4000
Unlocked	—	No
AVX-512	—	No
Virtualization	—	VT-x, VT-d
Target Use	—	Industrial/Embedded

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Value Analysis

The Processor N100 launched at $128 MSRP, while the Core i7-3612QE debuted at $426. At current prices ($100 vs $50), the Core i7-3612QE is $50 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Processor N100 delivers 48.7 pts/$ vs 98.6 pts/$ for the Core i7-3612QE — making the Core i7-3612QE the 67.8% better value option.