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Overview

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.

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 Processor N100

#182

Core i7-8709G

MSRP: $338|Avg: $150

109%

#183

3015Ce

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

108%

#184

Core i7-13700H

MSRP: $502|Avg: N/A

107%

#185

Core i7-610E

MSRP: $250|Avg: $40

106%

#186

A9-9420

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

105%

#187

Atom 330

MSRP: $43|Avg: $30

105%

#188

Core 2 Duo E8235

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $20

105%

#189

Celeron B820

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

105%

#190

A9-9425

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

104%

#191

Celeron 867

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

103%

#192

Core i7-3610QE

MSRP: $315|Avg: $105

102%

#193

Athlon Silver 3050e

MSRP: $100|Avg: $60

102%

#194

Processor U300

MSRP: $193|Avg: $180

102%

#195

Core Ultra 7 268V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $400

101%

#196

Celeron N4000

MSRP: $107|Avg: $30

101%

#197

Processor N100

MSRP: $128|Avg: $100

100%

#198

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

100%

#199

Celeron T1600

MSRP: $107|Avg: $15

98%

#200

Core i7-12650H

MSRP: $457|Avg: N/A

98%

#201

Ryzen Embedded R1505G

MSRP: $80|Avg: $80

98%

#202

Core Ultra 7 258V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $400

97%

#203

A10-9600P

MSRP: $128|Avg: $50

96%

#204

Pentium SU4100

MSRP: $289|Avg: $15

94%

#205

Core Ultra 5 236V

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $403

93%

#206

Pentium T2310

MSRP: $150|Avg: $14

92%

#207

Pentium Dual Core T4500

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

91%

#208

Core i9-13900H

MSRP: $617|Avg: N/A

91%

#209

Athlon II Neo K325

MSRP: $60|Avg: $25

91%

#210

A8-6410

MSRP: $100|Avg: $40

91%

#211

Core i9-12900H

MSRP: $617|Avg: N/A

90%

#212

Core i5-9400H

MSRP: $182|Avg: N/A

88%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

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

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Processor N100 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Processor N100 is a 4-core / 4-thread processor based on the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.4 GHz from a base frequency of 0.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 6 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 2 MB (total) of L2 cache and 96 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 4,869, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Recent generation product.

Specification	Processor N100
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.4 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	0.1 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Alder Lake-N (2023)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	10 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	6 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB (total)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	96 kB (per core)
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	4,869

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Memory & Platform

The Processor N100 fits into the FCBGA1264 socket and supports PCIe 5.0. It supports DDR4, DDR5 memory.

Specification	Processor N100
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Alder Lake-N
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1264
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 5.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4, DDR5
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

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

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

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $100 (MSRP: $128), the Processor N100 delivers 49 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #2040 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Processor N100
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$128
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$100
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$128
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#2040
Release DateLaunch date	3 January 2023 (2 years ago)
Release Year	2023
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel

Specifications Reference

Raw spec sheet for quick lookup. The analysis cards above explain what these fields mean in practice.

4 categories

General Information

8 specs

Type	Laptop
Series	Intel Alder Lake-N
Designer	Intel
Launch Price	$128
Manufacturer	Intel
Release Date	3 January 2023 (2 years ago)
Architecture Codename	Alder Lake-N (2023)
Performance Ranking Position	2040

Technical Specifications

11 specs

Cores	4
Threads	4
L1 Cache	96 kB (per core)
L2 Cache	2 MB (total)
L3 Cache	6 MB (total)
Max Frequency	3.4 GHz
64-Bit Support	+
Base Frequency	0.1 GHz
Process Technology	10 nm
Max Core Temperature	105 °C
Windows 11 Compatible	+