AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D vs Intel Processor N150 Comparison

AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D and Intel Processor N150 sit at opposite ends of the processor spectrum. The database shows the Ryzen 5 7500X3D as a desktop part in the 7000 series, built on a 5 nm TSMC process with 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Processor N150 is a mobile chip on a 10 nm Intel process with 4 cores and 4 threads. Their average benchmark scores diverge sharply: the Ryzen 5 7500X3D records an average score of 44,573, placing it in the 89th percentile of all CPUs, whereas the N150 averages 1,025, sitting in the 28th percentile.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The two processors do not share any common benchmark entries in the database, so direct test-for-test comparisons are unavailable. The recorded data instead separates them by workload type. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D has a full PassMark suite, while the Intel Processor N150 has only Cinebench results.

The Ryzen 5 7500X3D delivers a multi-threaded PassMark score of 25,047. Its single-thread PassMark score is 3,494. In integer math, it scores 70,774, and in floating-point math, it scores 43,594. Data compression yields 271,649, and encryption reaches 15,797. Extended instruction workloads produce 20,455, while finding prime numbers scores 221. Physics tests hit 2,779, and random string sorting reaches 32,999.

The Intel Processor N150 shows Cinebench R23 multi-core at 2,590.5 and single-core at 935. In Cinebench R15, it scores 422.5 for multi-core and 153.15 for single-core.

The scale of difference is visible through the nearest-rival data. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D sits within 0.7% of the Intel Core i5-14600, which has an average score of 44,889. It leads the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H (44,466) by 0.2%, the Intel Core i9-13950HX (44,342) by 0.5%, and the AMD Ryzen AI Max 385 (44,309) by 0.6%. The N150's closest match is the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T at 1,024, a 0.1% gap, with the Intel Core i3-4340 at 1,026 (0.1% behind) and the Intel Core i7-5650U at 1,027 (0.2% behind).

The average benchmark score ratio tells the story: 44,573 versus 1,025. That is a 43.5x gap in aggregate performance. The Ryzen part outclasses the N150 in every measurable way, but the N150 draws only 6 W TDP versus 65 W TDP, which explains its mobile positioning.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has higher single-thread performance?

A: The Ryzen 5 7500X3D scores 3,494 in PassMark single-thread tests. The Intel Processor N150 scores 935 in Cinebench R23 single-core. The benchmark types differ, but the Ryzen part's score is 3.7x higher in these distinct tests.

Q: What is the core and thread count for each?

A: The Ryzen 5 7500X3D has 6 cores and 12 threads. The Intel Processor N150 has 4 cores and 4 threads, meaning it lacks simultaneous multithreading.

Q: How does the L3 cache compare?

A: The Ryzen 5 7500X3D has 96 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Processor N150 has 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Ryzen part carries 16x more L3.

Q: Do both support ECC memory?

A: No. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D supports ECC memory. The Intel Processor N150 does not.

Q: What memory types does each support?

A: The Ryzen 5 7500X3D supports DDR5 only, with dual-channel memory and 83.2 GB/s bandwidth. The Intel Processor N150 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5, but uses single-channel memory with 38.4 GB/s bandwidth.

Q: Which processor has a higher percentile ranking?

A: The Ryzen 5 7500X3D ranks in the 89th percentile of all CPUs. The Intel Processor N150 ranks in the 28th percentile.

Q: Are either processors overclockable?

A: Neither has an unlocked multiplier. Both the Ryzen 5 7500X3D and the Intel Processor N150 ship with locked multipliers.

Architecture Differences

The Ryzen 5 7500X3D uses the Raphael codename and belongs to the Zen 4 (Raphael) generation. It is fabricated by TSMC on a 5 nm process with 11,270 million transistors and a die size of 71 mm². The Intel Processor N150 uses the Twin Lake architecture with the Alder Lake-N generation label, fabricated by Intel on a 10 nm process. Transistor count and die size are not recorded for the N150.

Cache hierarchies differ substantially. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D has 64 KB of L1 cache per core and 1 MB of L2 cache per core, with 96 MB of shared L3 cache. The Intel Processor N150 has 96 KB of L1 per core and 2 MB of shared L2, with 6 MB of shared L3. The Ryzen part's per-core L2 design favors multi-threaded workloads, while the N150's shared L2 is a low-power design choice.

Memory architecture diverges completely. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D uses dual-channel DDR5 with a memory bandwidth of 83.2 GB/s. The Intel Processor N150 uses single-channel memory across DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5, with a peak bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. The Ryzen part also supports ECC, while the N150 does not.

PCIe connectivity differs by generation and lane count. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D provides PCIe Gen 5 with 24 lanes from the CPU. The Intel Processor N150 provides PCIe Gen 3 with 9 lanes from the CPU. This positions the Ryzen part for discrete graphics and high-speed storage, while the N150 targets low-bandwidth mobile systems.

Integrated graphics also differ. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D includes Radeon Graphics. The Intel Processor N150 includes UHD Graphics 730.

The Ryzen 5 7500X3D uses AMD Socket AM5, while the Intel Processor N150 uses Intel BGA 1264. The Ryzen part is a desktop-market chip; the N150 is a mobile-market chip.

The Verdict

The data points to distinct intended use cases. For compute-heavy desktop workloads, the Ryzen 5 7500X3D is the clear choice. Its 89th percentile ranking and average score of 44,573 place it among high-end desktop parts, close to the Intel Core i5-14600 and ahead of the Intel Core Ultra X9 388H. Its 6-core, 12-thread configuration with 96 MB of L3 cache and dual-channel DDR5 support provides the resources for demanding applications.

The Intel Processor N150 serves a different purpose. Its 6 W TDP, 4 cores, and single-channel memory support align with low-power mobile systems. Its 28th percentile ranking and average score of 1,025 indicate it competes with older desktop and mobile parts like the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T and Intel Core i3-4340, not modern high-end silicon.

For users selecting between these two, the deciding factor is workload and platform. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D requires an AM5 motherboard and DDR5 memory, and it delivers high throughput across integer math, floating-point math, and data compression. The Intel Processor N150 requires BGA 1264 soldered mounting, targets battery-powered devices, and offers only a fraction of the performance at a fraction of the power draw.

The performance gap is not close. The Ryzen 5 7500X3D's average benchmark score is roughly 43.5 times higher than the N150's. Its nearest rivals in the database are Intel Core Ultra X9 388H, Intel Core i9-13950HX, AMD Ryzen AI Max 385, and Intel Core i5-14600, all with average scores within 0.7%. The N150's nearest rivals are AMD Phenom II X6 1075T, Intel Core i3-4340, AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U, and Intel Core i7-5650U, all within 0.2%.

Specification Differences

| Specification | AMD Ryzen 5 7500X3D | Intel Processor N150 |

|----------------|---------------------|----------------------|

| Cores | 6 | 4 |

| Threads | 12 | 4 |

| Base Clock | 4.00 GHz | 0.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 4.50 GHz | 3.60 GHz |

| TDP | 65 W | 6 W |

| Socket | AMD Socket AM5 | Intel BGA 1264 |

| Codename | Raphael | Twin Lake |

| Process Node | 5 nm (TSMC) | 10 nm (Intel) |

| L1 Cache | 64 KB per core | 96 KB per core |

| L2 Cache | 1 MB per core | 2 MB shared |

| L3 Cache | 96 MB shared | 6 MB shared |

| Memory Support | DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5, LPDDR5 |

| Memory Bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory Bandwidth | 83.2 GB/s | 38.4 GB/s |

| ECC Memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 24 Lanes | Gen 3, 9 Lanes |

| Integrated Graphics | Radeon Graphics | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2025-11-11 | 2024-11-19 |

| Launch MSRP | $269 | Not recorded |

| Multiplier Unlocked | No | No |

The Ryzen 5 7500X3D holds advantages in core count, thread count, clock speed, cache capacity, memory bandwidth, and PCIe generation. The Intel Processor N150 counters with a dramatically lower TDP and broader memory type support, including LPDDR5 for low-power mobile designs. The Ryzen part also has a recorded launch MSRP of $269, while the N150 has no launch MSRP in the database.