Apple M1 vs Intel Processor N150

The Apple M1 processor, manufactured by Apple in late 2020 using the 5 nm process, is designed for efficient Apple systems such as MacBooks and Mac Minis.

It integrates an 8-core architecture consisting of high-performance and high-efficiency cores. The Intel Processor N150, manufactured by Intel in early 2023 using the 7 nm process, targets low-cost, energy-efficient devices and is based on the Twin Lake architecture with 6 efficiency cores.

Performance comparisons show that the Apple M1 processor exhibits significantly higher capability than the Intel Processor N150 in both single-core and multi-core performance. For gaming, the Apple M1 offers superior performance with its integrated Apple M1 (8 Core) graphics unit and 68 GB/s memory bandwidth.

The Intel UHD Graphics 24 EUs (Alder Lake) of the Intel Processor N150 with 38 GB/s is more suitable for basic graphical tasks and light gaming. The Apple M1 is known for high energy efficiency, enabling strong performance with low power consumption and fanless operation. The Intel Processor N150 is also designed for low power consumption, ideal for passively cooled environments, but at a lower performance level.

As part of integrated Apple systems, the Apple M1 offers strong value for money. The Intel Processor N150, as a standalone component, is very cost-effective and is found in budget-friendly systems.