Processor N97 vs Core i5-8365UE

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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-8365UE

#907

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

1603%

#908

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

1580%

#909

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1450%

#910

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1444%

#911

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1430%

#913

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1381%

#914

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1325%

#915

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1322%

#916

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1287%

#919

Core i5-8365UE

MSRP: $297|Avg: $297

100%

#921

A6 Pro-7050B

MSRP: $100|Avg: $15

99%

#923

Athlon II N370

MSRP: $60|Avg: $10

99%

#928

A8-6410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

97%

#933

Athlon X2 L310

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Performance Trade-off: The Core i5-8365UE leads in gaming performance. However, the Processor N97 is the stronger candidate for professional workloads, offering 0.2% greater multi-core processing power.

Insight	Processor N97	Core i5-8365UE
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($297)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Alder Lake-N (2023) / 10 nm)	✨ Modern (Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) / 14 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

Insight	Processor N97	Core i5-8365UE
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($297)

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 N97 Benchmark Check

Core i5-8365UE Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Processor N97 and Core i5-8365UE

Processor N97

The Processor N97 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 2 GHz, with boost up to 3.6 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 4800 MHz Single-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 5,445 points. Launch price was $149.

Core i5-8365UE

The Core i5-8365UE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 16 April 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) architecture. It features 4 cores and 8 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.1 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 256 kB (per core). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1528. Thermal design power (TDP): 15 Watt. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 5,435 points. Launch price was $297.

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Processing Power

The Processor N97 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, matching the Core i5-8365UE's 4 cores. Boost clocks reach 3.6 GHz on the Processor N97 versus 4.1 GHz on the Core i5-8365UE — a 13% clock advantage for the Core i5-8365UE (base: 2 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The Processor N97 uses the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i5-8365UE uses Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Processor N97 scores 5,445 against the Core i5-8365UE's 5,435 — a 0.2% lead for the Processor N97. Both processors carry 6 MB (total) of L3 cache.

Feature	Processor N97	Core i5-8365UE
Cores / Threads	4 / 4	4 / 8
Boost Clock	3.6 GHz	4.1 GHz+14%
Base Clock	2 GHz+25%	1.6 GHz
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)	Whiskey Lake-U (2018−2019)
PassMark	5,445	5,435

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Memory & Platform

The Processor N97 uses the FCBGA1264 socket (PCIe 5.0), while the Core i5-8365UE uses FCBGA1528 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Processor N97	Core i5-8365UE
Socket	FCBGA1264	FCBGA1528
PCIe Generation	PCIe 5.0+67%	PCIe 3.0

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Value Analysis

The Processor N97 launched at $0 MSRP, while the Core i5-8365UE debuted at $297. At current prices ($0 vs $297), the Processor N97 is $297 cheaper.