Intel Core i3-6100T vs Intel Processor N150

The Intel Core i3-6100T, based on the older Skylake-S architecture and manufactured in 14 nm, was designed for energy-efficient entry-level desktops.

It offers 2 cores and 4 threads, 3 MB Level 3 Cache, and Intel HD Graphics 530. With a maximum memory bandwidth of 34 GB/s and PCIe 3.0, it achieved a single-core performance of 1086 and a multi-core performance of 2176 in Geekbench 6. Its single-core performance in Cinebench R23 is 1722. This processor is primarily relevant for the continued operation of existing systems and has higher power consumption than its counterpart.

The Intel Processor N150 with the newer Twin Lake architecture is manufactured in a more advanced 7 nm process and is designed for ultra-compact, energy-efficient systems.

It features 4 cores and 4 threads, 4 MB Level 2 Cache, and 6 MB Level 3 Cache. The more modern Intel UHD Graphics with 24 EUs (Alder Lake) uses a memory bandwidth of 38 GB/s. In Geekbench 6, the Intel Processor N150 achieves a single-core performance of 1234 and a multi-core performance of 2979, significantly outperforming the Intel Core i3-6100T (over 10% and over 30% difference, respectively).

In Cinebench 2024, it also shows values of 61 (single-core) and 181 (multi-core). Its graphics unit is better suited for very light games and multimedia. A major advantage is its extremely low power consumption, ideal for fanless systems and new acquisitions.