Intel Processor N100 vs AMD A6-5200
The Processor N100 has 212% better performance than the A6-5200 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
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.
Summary
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 379th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 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 A6-5200 CPU
The AMD A6-5200 is an end-of-life 4-core (4-thread) processor built for the mobile CPU market. It launched in Q2 2013. It is part of AMD's A6 lineup, which is based on the Kabini microarchitecture. The A6-5200 is compatible with AMD Socket FT3 motherboards and is fabricated on GlobalFoundries's 28 nm manufacturing process. It features the Radeon HD 8400 integrated graphics solution.
Memory and Cache
The A6-5200 supports DDR3 memory and features a single-channel memory controller, allowing it to utilize 1 memory modules simultaneously. In terms of cache, the A6-5200 has multiple levels of cache. Its L1 cache, which is the smallest and fastest, is 64 KB in size, providing rapid access to crucial instructions. Its L2 cache, at 2 MB, is larger but slower than the L1.
Cores and Clock Speeds
The A6-5200 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 2000.0 MHz. Higher clock speeds result in higher performance for the same microarchitecture. The multiplier is locked, making it incapable of overclocking for pushing performance further.
Integrated Graphics
The A6-5200 includes an integrated graphics solution called Radeon HD 8400. 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 A6-5200 has the 616th best 3DMark 11 Performance Physics score among the 720 benchmarked CPUs in our database. It achieves 5.31% 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.
| Info | Processor N100 | A6-5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Intel | AMD |
| Series | Intel Processor | A6 |
| Market Segment | Mobile | Mobile |
| Release Date | Q1 2023 | Q2 2013 |
| Launch Price (MSRP) | $128 | -- |
| Production Status | Active | End-of-life |
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Benchmark Performance
The Processor N100 has 212% better performance than the A6-5200 for the 3DMark 11 Performance Physics benchmark.
The Processor N100 is ranked 379th with a score of 6,129, and the A6-5200 is ranked 616th with a score of 1,964.5.
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.
| CPU | Benchmark Performance | |
|---|---|---|
| Core i7-4702MQ | 6,366.5 | +4% |
| Core i5-8265U | 6,222 | +2% |
| Processor N100 | 6,129 | |
| Core i5-7300HQ | 6,042 | -1% |
| Core i3-N300 | 4,983 | -19% |
| A10-7300 | 2,000.5 | -67% |
| Pentium B970 | 1,989 | -68% |
| A6-5200 | 1,964.5 | -68% |
| Phenom II X4 N970 | 1,940 | -68% |
| Celeron 6305 | 1,935.5 | -68% |
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.
| CPU | Performance Per Dollar | |
|---|---|---|
| Processor N100 | 47.88 | |
| Celeron J4025 | 40.04 | -16% |
| Core i5-1345U | 39.72 | -17% |
| Core i5-11320H | 37.17 | -22% |
| Core i7-10875H | 36.94 | -23% |
| Core i5-11300H | 34.08 | -29% |
| Core i5-1135G7 | 30.6 | -36% |
| Core i5-1038NG7 | 29.38 | -39% |
| Core i3-N305 | 28.89 | -40% |
| Xeon E-2276M | 27.93 | -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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| Benchmark | Processor N100 | A6-5200 |
|---|---|---|
| 3DMark 11 Performance Physics | 6,129 (+211.99%) | 1,964.5 |
| 3DMark Time Spy CPU | 2,500 | -- |
| Cinebench R15 Multi-Core | 477 (+205.77%) | 156 |
| Cinebench R15 Single-Core | 153.9 (+262.97%) | 42.4 |
| Geekbench 6.2 Multi-Core | 3,236 (+456.01%) | 582 |
| Geekbench 6.2 Single-Core | 1,232 (+495.17%) | 207 |
| CPU Mark Multi-Thread | 5,630 (+238.34%) | 1,664 |
| CPU Mark Single-Thread | 1,971 (+196.84%) | 664 |
Technical Specs
Manufacturing Details
Information about the CPU's manufacturing like its foundry, process size, and transistor count.
| Spec | Processor N100 | A6-5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Intel | AMD |
| Foundry | Intel | GlobalFoundries |
| Process Size | 10 nm | 28 nm |
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.
| Spec | Processor N100 | A6-5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Series | Intel Processor | A6 |
| Microarchitecture | Alder Lake-N | Kabini |
| Codename | Gracemont | Kabini |
| Memory Support | DDR4-3200, DDR5 | DDR3 |
| Memory Channels | Single-channel | Single-channel |
| ECC Memory | No | No |
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.
| Spec | Processor N100 | A6-5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 4 | 4 |
| Threads | 4 | 4 |
| Clock Speed | 100.0 MHz | 2000.0 MHz |
| Turbo Clock | 3.4 GHz | -- |
| Base Clock | 100 MHz | 100 MHz |
| Multiplier | 1.0x | 20.0x |
| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |
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.
| Spec | Processor N100 | A6-5200 |
|---|---|---|
| L1 Cache | 96 KB | 64 KB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB | 2 MB |
| L3 Cache | 6 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.
| Spec | Processor N100 | A6-5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | Intel BGA 1264 | AMD Socket FT3 |
| PCI Express | PCIe 3.0 x9 | PCIe 2.0 x8 |
| Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 6 W | 25 W |
| Tcase Max | -- | 90 °C |
| TJ Max | 105 °C | -- |
Graphics, Features, & Extensions
Additional CPU features like its bundled coolers, integrated graphics, and extensions/technologies.
| Spec | Processor N100 | A6-5200 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 | Radeon HD 8400 |
| Extensions / Technologies | MMX, 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 2.0 | MMX, 3DNow!, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSE4A, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AES, F16C, BMI1, AMD64, CnQ, 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.