Intel Processor N97 vs AMD Ryzen Z2

The Intel Processor N97, based on the Alder Lake N architecture, is a processor designed for high efficiency and economical operation.

It is conceived for basic computing tasks and low-power devices and is manufactured using a 10 nm process. It features 4 MB of Level 2 Cache, 6 MB of Level 3 Cache, and a maximum memory bandwidth of 38 GB/s. In benchmarks, it shows basic single-core and multi-core performance that is sufficient for everyday applications.

Its integrated graphics unit, the Intel UHD Graphics 24 EUs (Alder Lake), is suitable for simple graphics requirements. The AMD Ryzen Z2 uses the Hawk Point (Zen 4) architecture and offers significantly higher computing performance while maintaining an efficient design.

It is intended for more demanding tasks and compact systems and is manufactured using a more advanced 4 nm process. This processor has 8 MB of Level 2 Cache, 16 MB of Level 3 Cache, and a maximum memory bandwidth of 77 GB/s. In performance tests, the AMD Ryzen Z2 demonstrates significantly higher single-core and multi-core performance compared to the Intel Processor N97.

Its integrated graphics unit, the AMD Radeon 780M, provides substantially stronger graphics performance. For gaming scenarios, the AMD Ryzen Z2 offers superior performance over the Intel Processor N97, thanks to its AMD Radeon 780M and higher memory bandwidth, whereas the Intel Processor N97's Intel UHD Graphics 24 EUs (Alder Lake) is only suitable for very undemanding titles.

Specific TDP values are not available, however, the Intel Processor N97 is designed for lower power consumption, while the AMD Ryzen Z2 offers good efficiency at higher performance. As no pricing information is available, the price-performance ratio cannot be evaluated.