AMD A8-7680 vs Intel Processor N150 Comparison

AMD A8-7680 and Intel Processor N150 are both 4-core, 4-thread processors that land in the same average performance tier, but their benchmark results reveal very different workload strengths. The AMD part, built on the older Excavator architecture, posts a higher multi-core score in newer Cinebench versions, while the Intel N150, a Twin Lake mobile chip, dominates single-core performance and older multi-threaded tests. The recorded data shows a clear split: the AMD A8-7680 wins one of the three head-to-head benchmark comparisons, while the Intel Processor N150 takes the other two. Both processors sit at the 28th percentile among all CPUs in the database, and their average benchmark scores are within 11 points of each other (1036 for AMD versus 1025 for Intel), indicating that overall throughput is comparable despite the architectural divide.

Where Each One Wins

The AMD A8-7680 claims its victory in the Cinebench R23 multi-core test, scoring 3011 against the Intel N150’s 2590.5. That is a 16.2% advantage, and it is the only head-to-head benchmark where the AMD part finishes ahead. This result suggests that the Excavator design, with its higher base clock of 3.50 GHz and boost clock of 3.80 GHz, sustains multi-threaded workloads effectively when all four cores are engaged. The AMD processor also carries a 45 W TDP, which reflects a desktop-oriented power envelope that allows sustained operation under load.

The Intel Processor N150 wins in two categories. Its Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 422.5 is 28.3% higher than the AMD A8-7680’s 303, a substantial margin in the older benchmark. More striking is the single-core result: in Cinebench R23 single-core, the Intel part scores 935 versus 425 for the AMD, a 54.5% lead. This is the largest delta in the entire comparison. The N150’s boost clock is 3.60 GHz, slightly lower than the AMD’s 3.80 GHz, yet its newer architecture delivers far superior single-threaded performance. The Intel part also has a much lower TDP of 6 W, indicating that its efficiency comes from a modern 10 nm process rather than raw clock speed.

The use-case split is therefore straightforward: the AMD A8-7680 is the better choice for modern multi-core rendering workloads as measured by Cinebench R23, while the Intel N150 excels in single-threaded tasks and in legacy multi-core benchmarks like Cinebench R15. The Intel’s single-core dominance is particularly relevant for everyday responsiveness, browser-based workloads, and applications that rely on a single fast thread.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from entirely different design eras and market segments. The AMD A8-7680 uses the Excavator architecture, codenamed Carrizo, built on a 28 nm process by GlobalFoundries. It integrates 3,100 million transistors on a 250 mm² die, with a 320 KB L1 cache and a 2 MB L2 cache. There is no L3 cache. The processor supports DDR3 memory in a dual-channel configuration, offering a memory bandwidth of 34.1 GB/s. Its integrated graphics is the Radeon R7, and it uses PCIe Gen 3. The part is socketed as AMD Socket FM2+ and targets the desktop market, with a TDP of 45 W. The release date is October 25, 2018.

The Intel Processor N150 uses the Twin Lake architecture, which the database lists as part of the Alder Lake-N generation. It is built on a 10 nm process by Intel, and its cache layout is quite different: 96 KB L1 per core, 2 MB shared L2, and a 6 MB shared L3. This larger L3 cache is a significant advantage for the Intel part, as it reduces memory latency for frequently accessed data. The N150 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 memory, but only in a single-channel configuration, with a memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. Its integrated graphics is the UHD Graphics 730, and it also uses PCIe Gen 3 with 9 lanes for the CPU. The part is BGA 1264, a soldered mobile package, with a TDP of just 6 W. Its release date is November 19, 2024.

The architectural contrast is stark: 28 nm versus 10 nm, 45 W versus 6 W, dual-channel DDR3 versus single-channel DDR4/DDR5/LPDDR5, and a 250 mm² die versus a much smaller, more efficient design. The Intel’s 6 MB L3 cache and newer process explain its single-core efficiency, while the AMD’s larger die and higher power budget allow it to push multi-core scores in the newest benchmark. Neither processor supports ECC memory, and both have locked multipliers.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The Cinebench R23 multi-core test is the AMD A8-7680’s strongest showing. It scores 3011, which is 16.2% ahead of the Intel N150’s 2590.5. This is a meaningful gap, and it flips the expectation set by the older Cinebench R15 result. The AMD part’s 4 cores at 3.80 GHz boost appear to scale well in this newer rendering workload, possibly due to its higher sustained clocks and the desktop power envelope. The Intel N150, despite its modern architecture, cannot match this multi-core throughput in Cinebench R23.

The Cinebench R15 multi-core test tells the opposite story. The Intel N150 scores 422.5, which is 28.3% higher than the AMD’s 303. This is a large margin, and it suggests that the older Cinebench R15 workload favors the Intel’s architecture, perhaps due to better instruction scheduling or memory access patterns. The AMD A8-7680 falls behind by nearly a third in this test, a significant deficit that indicates its Excavator cores are not optimized for this particular workload.

The single-core Cinebench R23 test is the most decisive result. The Intel N150 scores 935, while the AMD A8-7680 manages only 425. That is a 54.5% advantage for Intel, the largest delta in the entire head-to-head set. This result is consistent with the architectural differences: the Intel’s 10 nm process, 6 MB L3 cache, and higher IPC per clock allow it to execute single-threaded code far more efficiently. The AMD’s 3.80 GHz boost clock cannot compensate for its older Excavator core design. In single-threaded performance, the Intel N150 is in a different class.

The recorded data also shows that the AMD A8-7680 has benchmark scores in Cinebench R20 and R15 single-core, which are not present in the Intel’s dataset. The AMD scores 1264 in Cinebench R20 multi-core and 178 in single-core, and 303 in Cinebench R15 multi-core. The Intel has a Cinebench R15 single-core score of 153.15, which is lower than the AMD’s R15 multi-core score of 303, but the two are not directly comparable as they measure different things. The key takeaway from the head-to-head data is that the Intel wins the two tests it appears in with strong margins, while the AMD wins the one test where the Intel also appears, but with a smaller margin.

The Verdict

From the benchmark data, the Intel Processor N150 is the stronger overall performer in two of the three head-to-head tests, and its single-core advantage is overwhelming. For any workload that depends on one fast thread, the N150 is the clear choice. Its Cinebench R23 single-core score of 935 is more than double the AMD’s 425, and its Cinebench R15 multi-core score of 422.5 beats the AMD by 28.3%. The Intel part also does this with a TDP of 6 W, compared to the AMD’s 45 W, which is a massive efficiency advantage. For mobile or low-power systems, the N150 is the only sensible option.

The AMD A8-7680 is not without merit. It wins the Cinebench R23 multi-core test with a 16.2% margin, and its average benchmark score of 1036 is slightly higher than the Intel’s 1025. If the target workload is modern multi-threaded rendering as measured by Cinebench R23, the AMD part delivers more throughput. It is also a desktop socketed part, which means it can be replaced or upgraded in a compatible FM2+ board, whereas the Intel is soldered as BGA 1264. For a desktop user with an existing FM2+ platform, the A8-7680 offers a legitimate performance option in that specific benchmark.

The data suggests a straightforward recommendation. Choose the Intel Processor N150 if you prioritize single-threaded performance, efficiency, and a modern architecture. Choose the AMD A8-7680 if you need the highest multi-core score in Cinebench R23 and are working within a socketed desktop platform. Both processors sit at the 28th percentile, so neither is a high-end part, but the Intel’s wins are more numerous and more decisive. The AMD’s single win is real but narrower, and it comes in a test that the Intel still completes within a reasonable margin. In most mixed workloads, the Intel’s single-core strength will be felt more often than the AMD’s multi-core advantage.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher single-core score in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Processor N150 scores 935, which is 54.5% higher than the AMD A8-7680’s 425.

Q: In which benchmark does the AMD A8-7680 beat the Intel N150?

A: The AMD A8-7680 wins the Cinebench R23 multi-core test with a score of 3011, which is 16.2% ahead of the Intel N150’s 2590.5.

Q: What is the TDP difference between the two processors?

A: The AMD A8-7680 has a TDP of 45 W, while the Intel Processor N150 has a TDP of 6 W.

Q: Do both processors have the same number of cores and threads?

A: Yes, both have 4 cores and 4 threads.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth for each processor?

A: The AMD A8-7680 has a memory bandwidth of 34.1 GB/s, while the Intel Processor N150 has a memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has more L3 cache?

A: The Intel Processor N150 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache, while the AMD A8-7680 has no L3 cache.