Intel Processor N100 vs AMD A6-3420M

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Performance
Processor N100161% better
6,12917% of 36,991
A6-3420M
2,346.56% of 36,991

The Processor N100 has 161% better performance than the A6-3420M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

Performance per dollar
Processor N100
47.8839% of 121.53
A6-3420M
No data available

The Processor N100 has 39% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: Intel Core i5-13400F.

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Summary

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About the Intel Processor N100 CPU

The Intel Processor N100 is a 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q1 2023 with a suggested retail price of $128. It is part of Intel's Intel Processor lineup, which is based on the Alder Lake-N microarchitecture. The Processor N100 is compatible with Intel BGA 1264 motherboards and is fabricated on Intel's 10 nm manufacturing process. It features the UHD Graphics 730 integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The Processor N100 supports DDR4-3200, DDR5 memory and features a single-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 1 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the Processor N100 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 96 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1. Its L3 cache, a shared resource among the CPU's cores, has a capacity of 6 MB.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The Processor N100 features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 100.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 3.4 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The Processor N100 includes an integrated graphics solution called UHD Graphics 730. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance & Value

The Processor N100 has the 380th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 16.57% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D. Its 6,129 score and $128 launch price (MSRP) gives it a performance per dollar of 47.88. This is the 53rd best in value for the 3DMark 11 Perf. Physics benchmark.

About the AMD A6-3420M CPU

The AMD A6-3420M is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q4 2011. It is part of AMD's A6 lineup, which is based on the Llano microarchitecture. The A6-3420M is compatible with AMD Socket FS1 motherboards and is fabricated on a 32 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 6520G integrated graphics solution.

Memory and Cache

The A6-3420M supports DDR3 memory and features a dual-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 2 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A6-3420M has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 128 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 1 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.

Cores and Clock Speeds

The A6-3420M features 4 total cores which can process 4 threads simultaneously. The multi-threading capability allows the CPU to execute multiple computational tasks in parallel. The base clock speed of the CPU is 1500.0 MHz, and it can boost up to 2.4 GHz under heavy workloads. Higher clock speeds result in better performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.

Integrated Graphics

The A6-3420M includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 6520G. This graphics processor is directly integrated into the CPU and is not as powerful as a dedicated graphics card. While integrated graphics can handle basic tasks like web browsing and office applications, it is not suitable for more demanding activities such as gaming or video editing, where a dedicated graphics card offers superior performance.

Benchmark Performance

The A6-3420M has the 582nd best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 721 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 6.34% of the performance of the best benchmarked CPU, the AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

General Info

General overview of the CPU, including details like its manufacturer, release date, launch price, and current production status.

InfoProcessor N100A6-3420M
ManufacturerIntelAMD
SeriesIntel ProcessorA6
Market SegmentMobileMobile
Release DateQ1 2023Q4 2011
Launch Price (MSRP)$128--
Production StatusActiveEnd-of-life
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Benchmark Performance

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Performance
Processor N100161% better
6,12917% of 36,991
A6-3420M
2,346.56% of 36,991

The Processor N100 has 161% better performance than the A6-3420M for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.

The Processor N100 is ranked 380th with a score of 6,129, and the A6-3420M is ranked 582nd with a score of 2,346.5.

Performance per dollar
Processor N100
47.8839% of 121.53
A6-3420M
No data available

The Processor N100 has 90% of the performance per dollar compared to the leader for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark: AMD Ryzen 9 7950X3D.

Processor N100's 47.88 performance per dollar ranks it 53rd among the other benchmarked CPUs in our database.

Relative Performance

The average score in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative performance. Generally, powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

Choose Baseline CPU:Processor N100 or
CPUBenchmark Performance
Core i7-4702MQ6,366.5+4%
Core i5-8265U6,222+2%
Processor N1006,129
Core i5-7300HQ6,042-1%
Core i3-N3004,983-19%
Core M-5Y702,373-61%
Pro A12-8800B2,361-61%
A6-3420M2,346.5-62%
Core i3-4010U2,340-62%
Pentium Gold 4415Y2,319-62%

Relative Value For Money

The average performance per dollar in the benchmark test can be compared to similar CPUs to assess relative value. A higher score implies a better value for your money.

Choose Baseline CPU:Processor N100 orA6-3420M
CPUPerformance Per Dollar
Processor N10047.88
Celeron J402540.04-16%
Core i5-1345U39.72-17%
Core i5-11320H37.17-22%
Core i7-10875H36.94-23%
Core i5-11300H34.08-29%
Core i5-1135G730.6-36%
Core i5-1038NG729.38-39%
Core i3-N30528.89-40%
Xeon E-2276M27.93-42%

Benchmark Scores

This table showcases the average performance scores achieved by both CPUs across industry-standard benchmark tests. These scores provide a valuable insight into overall performance. Powerful CPUs tend to have higher scores.

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BenchmarkProcessor N100A6-3420M
3DMark 11 Performance Physics
6,129
(+161.2%)
2,346.5
3DMark Time Spy CPU
2,500
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Cinebench R15 Multi-Core
477
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Cinebench R15 Single-Core
153.9
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Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core
3,236
(+416.11%)
627
Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core
1,232
(+413.33%)
240
CPU Mark Multi-Thread
5,630
(+335.76%)
1,292
CPU Mark Single-Thread
1,971
(+154.98%)
773
Benchmarks Source: Notebookcheck

Technical Specs

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Manufacturing Details

Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.

SpecProcessor N100A6-3420M
ManufacturerIntelAMD
FoundryIntel--
Process Size10 nm32 nm
Transistors--1,178 million

Architecture

CPU architecture specs like its memory channels, memory support, and microarchitecture. Newer CPU architectures can minimize bottlenecks and improve execution efficiency using more advanced techniques.

SpecProcessor N100A6-3420M
SeriesIntel ProcessorA6
MicroarchitectureAlder Lake-NLlano
CodenameGracemontLlano
Memory SupportDDR4-3200, DDR5DDR3
Memory ChannelsSingle-channelDual-channel
ECC MemoryNoNo

Cores & Clock Speeds

Processing power information like its cores and clock speed. These specs impact how fast they can handle instructions and tasks. These have a strong impact on the CPU's performance.

SpecProcessor N100A6-3420M
Cores44
Threads44
Clock Speed100.0 MHz1500.0 MHz
Turbo Clock3.4 GHz2.4 GHz
Base Clock100 MHz100 MHz
Multiplier1.0x15.0x
Multiplier UnlockedNoNo

Cache

CPU cache specs like its L1 & L2 cache. These provide the CPU with a small, but super-fast memory access. A larger cache can improve a CPU's performance.

SpecProcessor N100A6-3420M
L1 Cache96 KB128 KB
L2 Cache2 MB1 MB
L3 Cache6 MB--

Compatibility & Power Consumption

Compatibility and power consumption information like its socket type, thermal design power, power limits. These can help verify the CPU's compatibility with other PC components.

SpecProcessor N100A6-3420M
SocketIntel BGA 1264AMD Socket FS1
PCI ExpressPCIe 3.0 x9--
Thermal Design Power (TDP)6 W35 W
TJ Max105 °C--

Graphics, Features, & Extensions

Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.

SpecProcessor N100A6-3420M
Integrated GraphicsUHD Graphics 730Radeon HD 6520G
Extensions / TechnologiesMMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, AVX-VNNI, AES-NI, EIST, Intel 64, CLMUL, RDRAND, SHA, TXT, SGX, VT-d, VT-x, TBT 2.0MMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4A, AMD64, Power Now!, NX bit, AMD-V

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* Performance rating, performance per dollar, and rankings are based on the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark and MSRP.