CPU
GPU
Processor N100
Xeon E5-1410
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 Xeon E5-1410 is on rank 367, so the Xeon E5-1410 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 Xeon E5-1410
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Processor N100 | Xeon E5-1410 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($55) |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Alder Lake-N (2023) / 10 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Processor N100 | Xeon E5-1410 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+81%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($100) | ✅ More affordable ($55) |
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 Xeon E5-1410
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.
Xeon E5-1410
The Xeon E5-1410 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2015-01-01. It is based on the Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 2.8 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 10240 kB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1356. Thermal design power (TDP): 80 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 4,852 points. Launch price was $800.
Processing Power
The Processor N100 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Xeon E5-1410's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.4 GHz on the Processor N100 versus 3.2 GHz on the Xeon E5-1410 — a 6.1% clock advantage for the Processor N100 (base: 0.1 GHz vs 2.8 GHz). The Processor N100 uses the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Xeon E5-1410 uses Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Processor N100 scores 4,869 against the Xeon E5-1410's 4,852 — a 0.3% lead for the Processor N100. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Processor N100 vs 10240 kB (total) on the Xeon E5-1410.
| Feature | Processor N100 | Xeon E5-1410 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4 | 4 / 8 |
| Boost Clock | 3.4 GHz+6% | 3.2 GHz |
| Base Clock | 0.1 GHz | 2.8 GHz+2700% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total) | 10240 kB (total)+67% |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (total)+700% | 256 kB (per core) |
| Process | 10 nm-69% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Alder Lake-N (2023) | Sandy Bridge-EN (2012) |
| PassMark | 4,869 | 4,852 |
Memory & Platform
The Processor N100 uses the FCBGA1264 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Xeon E5-1410 uses LGA1356 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.
| Feature | Processor N100 | Xeon E5-1410 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1264 | LGA1356 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 5.0+150% | PCIe 2.0 |
Value Analysis
The Processor N100 launched at $128 MSRP, while the Xeon E5-1410 debuted at $120. At current prices ($100 vs $55), the Xeon E5-1410 is $45 cheaper. In terms of value (PassMark points per dollar), the Processor N100 delivers 48.7 pts/$ vs 88.2 pts/$ for the Xeon E5-1410 — making the Xeon E5-1410 the 57.7% better value option.
| Feature | Processor N100 | Xeon E5-1410 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $128 | $120-6% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $100 | $55-45% |
| Performance per Dollar | 48.7 | 88.2+81% |
| Release Date | 2023 | 2012 |
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