Intel Processor N97 vs Raspberry Pi 5 B (Broadcom BCM2712)

The Intel Processor N97 (Alder Lake N, 10 nm) was designed for energy-efficient mini-PCs and embedded systems.

The Broadcom BCM2712 in the Raspberry Pi 5 B (Cortex-A76, 16 nm) targets hobbyists, education, and IoT projects. Both CPUs have four cores and four threads. Regarding computing performance, the Intel Processor N97 significantly outperforms the Broadcom BCM2712 in most single-core and multi-core performance ratings, while the Broadcom BCM2712 has an edge in a specific single-core test.

For gaming, the Intel Processor N97 is better suited thanks to its Intel UHD Graphics 24 EUs (Alder Lake) and 38 GB/s memory bandwidth. The Broadcom BCM2712 with Broadcom VideoCore VII and 17 GB/s memory bandwidth serves more basic graphics requirements. The Intel N97 offers PCIe 3.0, while the Raspberry Pi 5 B offers PCIe 2.0.

The Intel Processor N97 has a TDP of 12W. The Raspberry Pi 5 B is also very energy-efficient, with a typical power consumption of the entire board of 5-10W under load. The Intel Processor N97 is often integrated into systems, while the Raspberry Pi 5 B is sold as a standalone, cost-effective single-board computer.

The Intel Processor N97 is ideal for applications requiring higher computing power and better graphics. The Raspberry Pi 5 B is excellent for flexible, energy-efficient projects with extensive expansion possibilities.