Intel Core i3-1000G1 vs Intel Processor N150

The Intel Core i3-1000G1 (Ice Lake U, 10 nm) is an older tenth-generation mobile processor with 2 cores, 4 threads, and 4 MB L3 cache.

It was designed for basic tasks in energy-efficient notebooks. The Intel Processor N150 (Twin Lake, 7 nm) is a newer, extremely energy-efficient processor with 2 cores, 2 threads, 4 MB L2 and 6 MB L3 cache, intended for compact systems and entry-level laptops.

No benchmark values are available for the Intel Core i3-1000G1. However, the Intel Processor N150 shows significantly superior single-core and multi-core performance in available benchmarks (over 10% difference), which indicates a more modern architecture. While the Core i3-1000G1 uses Intel UHD Graphics (Ice Lake G1) with a maximum memory bandwidth of 60 GB/s, the N150 offers the more modern and powerful Intel UHD Graphics 24 EUs (Alder Lake) with a maximum memory bandwidth of 38 GB/s for occasional gaming and streaming.

Both processors are characterized by low Thermal Design Power. The Intel Processor N150 is optimized for even greater energy efficiency and lower power consumption, enabling fanless designs. The Intel Core i3-1000G1 is mostly found in older, budget-friendly devices.

The Intel Processor N150 offers a more advantageous price-performance ratio in current entry-level devices due to its better performance per watt and more modern architecture. The Intel Core i3-1000G1 is sufficient for simple office work and media consumption in budget systems. For better overall performance, more modern graphics, and high energy efficiency in new, compact systems, the Intel Processor N150 is the superior choice.