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Overview

The N100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2023 (2 years ago). It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Max frequency: 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache. Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800. Passmark benchmark score: 5,355 points. Launch price was $149.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. The N100 is positioned at rank #102 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Balanced cost-benefit for your build. 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 N100

#31

Ryzen 5 230

MSRP: $200|Avg: $190

94%

#90

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

274%

#91

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

270%

#92

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

248%

#93

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

247%

#94

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

244%

#96

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

236%

#97

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

226%

#98

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

226%

#99

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

220%

#102

N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $128

100%

#106

Ryzen 5 2500U

MSRP: $349|Avg: N/A

98%

#109

Celeron 4305U

MSRP: $107|Avg: N/A

97%

#110

Celeron J1850

MSRP: $82|Avg: N/A

97%

#114

Core i3-4100M

MSRP: $225|Avg: $99

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for N100 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of N100 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The N100 is a 4-core / 4-thread processor, manufactured on a Intel 7 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.4 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 6 MB Intel® Smart Cache of L3 cache. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 5,355, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Recent generation product.

Specification	N100
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.4 GHz
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	Intel 7 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	6 MB Intel® Smart Cache
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	5,355

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Memory & Platform

The N100 fits into the FCBGA1264 socket and supports PCIe 4.0. It supports DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800 memory.

Specification	N100
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1264
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 4.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The N100 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of 6 Watt — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	N100
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	6 Watt
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $128, the N100 delivers 42 PassMark points per dollar. It currently holds Rank #102 in the overall cost-benefit ranking — this ranking factors in performance-per-dollar relative to all available processors. Performance ranking position: #1821 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	N100
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$128
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$128
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$149
Cost-Benefit RankPosition in overall value ranking	#102
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1821
Release DateLaunch date	1 January 2023 (2 years ago)
Release Year	2023
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel