Intel Core i5-3450 vs Intel Processor N150

The Intel Core i5-3450 is an older desktop processor, released in early 2012 as part of the Ivy Bridge S architecture for mainstream systems.

It is manufactured using the 22 nm process and features 4 cores and 4 threads. The integrated Intel HD Graphics 2500 uses a maximum memory bandwidth of 26 GB/s. It supports PCIe 3.0 and has 6 MB of Level 3 Cache. Its power consumption is relatively high, and it is primarily found in used systems. The Intel Processor N150 is a significantly newer desktop processor, introduced in late 2023, based on the energy-efficient Twin Lake architecture.

It is manufactured using the more advanced 7 nm process and also offers 4 cores and 4 threads. The integrated Intel UHD Graphics 24 EUs (Alder Lake) benefits from a maximum memory bandwidth of 38 GB/s. It supports PCIe 3.0 and has 4 MB of Level 2 Cache and 6 MB of Level 3 Cache. Its significantly lower power consumption makes it ideal for quiet, efficient systems.

In terms of computing performance, the Intel Processor N150 shows higher execution power than the Intel Core i5-3450 in both single-core and multi-core performance, indicating a more modern architecture. Neither CPU is primarily designed for gaming. The Intel Processor N150 offers slightly better performance in basic graphical tasks due to its newer integrated graphics and higher memory bandwidth; for demanding games, a dedicated graphics card is always necessary.

The N150 is significantly more energy-efficient. The price-performance ratio of the Intel Core i5-3450 is only relevant for very cheap used devices, while the Intel Processor N150 provides a modern, energy-efficient foundation for new, budget-conscious systems.