Intel Arc G3 EXTREME vs Intel Processor N150 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data leaves no ambiguity: the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME wins every recorded head-to-head comparison against the Intel Processor N150 by a substantial margin. Across the four shared tests, the Arc G3 EXTREME claims 4 wins, while the N150 records none.

The largest gap appears in Cinebench R23 multicore, where the Arc G3 EXTREME scores 14,655 against the N150's 2,590.5, a delta of 465.7%. This is not a marginal advantage; it reflects a fundamentally different performance class. In Cinebench R15 multicore, the Arc G3 EXTREME produces 2,192 points versus 422.5 for the N150, a 418.8% delta. Both multicore results indicate that the Arc G3 EXTREME sustains heavy parallel workloads with far greater throughput.

Single-core results show a narrower but still decisive gap. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Arc G3 EXTREME scores 1,862 against 935 for the N150, a 99.1% delta. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the Arc G3 EXTREME records 267 points versus 153.15, a 74.3% delta. The R23 single-core result is particularly telling: the Arc G3 EXTREME nearly doubles the N150's score, which shows that the advantage is not solely dependent on core count. The architectural efficiency of the Arc G3 EXTREME's Panther Lake design contributes meaningfully to per-thread performance.

The average benchmark score reinforces the overall picture. The Arc G3 EXTREME carries an average score of 36,699, while the N150 sits at 1,025. That places the Arc G3 EXTREME in the 85th percentile of all CPUs in the database, whereas the N150 lands in the 28th percentile. The nearest rivals for the Arc G3 EXTREME include the Intel Core Ultra 5 225 with an average score of 36,938 (0.6% higher), the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F at 36,945 (0.7% higher), and the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D at 37,018 (0.9% higher). The Arc G3 EXTREME trails these parts by less than 1.1%, placing it in a tightly contested performance band. The N150, by contrast, competes with much older or lower-end parts: the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T matches at 1,024 (0.1% higher), the Intel Core i3-4340 reaches 1,026 (0.1% higher), and the Intel Core i7-5650U records 1,027 (0.2% higher). The N150's performance class is therefore entirely different from the Arc G3 EXTREME's.

FAQ

Q: Which processor is faster in multi-threaded workloads?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME dominates. In Cinebench R23 multicore, it scores 14,655 versus 2,590.5 for the N150, a 465.7% advantage. In Cinebench R15 multicore, it scores 2,192 versus 422.5, a 418.8% advantage.

Q: How do the two compare in single-threaded performance?

A: The Arc G3 EXTREME leads by a wide margin. In Cinebench R23 single-core, it scores 1,862 against 935 for the N150, a 99.1% delta. In Cinebench R15 single-core, it scores 267 versus 153.15, a 74.3% delta.

Q: What are the core and thread counts of each processor?

A: The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME has 14 cores and 14 threads. The Intel Processor N150 has 4 cores and 4 threads. Neither processor supports additional threads beyond its core count.

Q: How do their cache hierarchies differ?

A: The Arc G3 EXTREME provides 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 18 MB of shared L3 cache. The N150 provides 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of shared L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Arc G3 EXTREME supports LPDDR5X memory over a dual-channel bus with 136.5 GB/s of bandwidth. The N150 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 memory over a single-channel bus with 38.4 GB/s of bandwidth.

Q: How do their production processes compare?

A: The Arc G3 EXTREME is built on a 3 nm process, while the N150 uses a 10 nm process. Both are manufactured by Intel.

Architecture Differences

The two processors come from entirely different design lineages. The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME uses the Panther Lake architecture and is listed under the Arc G3 generation. The Intel Processor N150 uses the Twin Lake architecture and belongs to the Intel Processor generation, which the database links to Alder Lake-N. The codename for the Arc G3 EXTREME is Panther Lake; the codename for the N150 is Twin Lake.

The process node difference is significant. The Arc G3 EXTREME is fabricated on a 3 nm node, while the N150 uses a 10 nm node. Both are produced at Intel's foundry, but the smaller node gives the Arc G3 EXTREME a major density and efficiency advantage. The database does not record transistor counts or die sizes for either part, so the full extent of the node advantage cannot be quantified here.

Core counts differ sharply. The Arc G3 EXTREME has 14 cores and 14 threads, while the N150 has 4 cores and 4 threads. Neither processor uses simultaneous multithreading, so thread counts equal core counts. The cache topology also differs. The Arc G3 EXTREME allocates 192 KB of L1 per core and 2.5 MB of L2 per core, then pools 18 MB of shared L3. The N150 gives each core 96 KB of L1, shares 2 MB of L2 across all cores, and provides 6 MB of shared L3. The Arc G3 EXTREME's per-core L2 allocation is particularly notable, as it gives each core private high-speed storage rather than forcing all cores to contend for a small shared pool.

Memory architecture diverges as well. The Arc G3 EXTREME uses a dual-channel LPDDR5X interface with 136.5 GB/s of bandwidth. The N150 uses a single-channel interface supporting DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5, with 38.4 GB/s of bandwidth. The bandwidth gap of roughly 3.5 times favors the Arc G3 EXTREME and directly supports its much higher multicore throughput. PCIe connectivity also differs: the Arc G3 EXTREME provides Gen 5 with 4 CPU lanes, while the N150 provides Gen 3 with 9 CPU lanes. The Arc G3 EXTREME's Gen 5 interface offers far higher per-lane bandwidth, though the N150 has more total lanes.

Integrated graphics differ as well. The Arc G3 EXTREME carries an Arc B390 iGPU, while the N150 carries UHD Graphics 730. The database does not include graphics benchmarks for either part, so the relative graphics performance cannot be assessed from these records.

Specification Differences

The two processors differ across nearly every recorded specification field.

Clock speeds: the Arc G3 EXTREME has a base clock of 1.90 GHz and a boost clock of 4.70 GHz. The N150 has a base clock of 0.10 GHz and a boost clock of 3.60 GHz. The boost clock difference of over 1 GHz is substantial, and the N150's extremely low base clock indicates a design aimed at minimal idle power rather than sustained throughput.

TDP: the Arc G3 EXTREME has a TDP of 25 W, while the N150 has a TDP of 6 W. The Arc G3 EXTREME draws over four times as much power, which is consistent with its much higher core count and clock speeds.

Socket: the Arc G3 EXTREME uses Intel BGA 2540, while the N150 uses Intel BGA 1264. These are not interchangeable, so platform selection is locked to the processor.

Memory support: the Arc G3 EXTREME supports LPDDR5X only, over a dual-channel bus. The N150 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5, over a single-channel bus. Memory bandwidth figures are 136.5 GB/s for the Arc G3 EXTREME and 38.4 GB/s for the N150.

PCIe: the Arc G3 EXTREME uses Gen 5 with 4 CPU lanes; the N150 uses Gen 3 with 9 CPU lanes.

Integrated graphics: Arc B390 on the Arc G3 EXTREME versus UHD Graphics 730 on the N150.

Release date: the Arc G3 EXTREME has a recorded release date of 2026-05-27, while the N150 has a recorded release date of 2024-11-19. The N150 is the older design by roughly a year and a half.

Neither processor supports ECC memory, neither has an unlocked multiplier, and neither has a recorded launch MSRP in the database. Both are classified as mobile market segments and both are listed as active in production.

Where Each One Wins

The Intel Arc G3 EXTREME wins in every scenario that requires compute throughput. Its Cinebench R23 multicore score of 14,655 versus 2,590.5 for the N150 means it handles compilation, rendering, scientific simulation, and other parallel workloads at roughly five and a half times the speed. The R23 single-core result of 1,862 versus 935 means it also leads in lightly threaded tasks such as interactive scripting, office productivity, and general desktop responsiveness. The Arc G3 EXTREME's 18 MB of shared L3 cache and per-core L2 allocation give it a strong advantage in workloads that repeatedly access working sets that fit in cache.

The Intel Processor N150 has no benchmark wins in the recorded head-to-head data. Its strengths are therefore not visible in performance metrics. It does, however, carry a 6 W TDP, which is 19 W lower than the Arc G3 EXTREME. That points to a use case centered on low-power operation, passive cooling, and battery-sensitive mobile devices. Its support for DDR4 memory also makes it compatible with cheaper, more widely available memory modules, and its Gen 3 PCIe interface with 9 lanes offers more total lanes for peripheral connectivity, though at lower per-lane bandwidth. The N150's 28th percentile standing places it among entry-level CPUs, suitable for basic computing tasks where the Arc G3 EXTREME's performance headroom would be unnecessary.

The Arc G3 EXTREME's 85th percentile standing places it near the AMD Ryzen 5 5600F and Intel Core Ultra 5 225, both of which score within 0.7% of its average. That means the Arc G3 EXTREME is not merely fast relative to the N150; it competes with mainstream desktop-class parts despite being a mobile processor.

The Verdict

The data supports a clear conclusion: the Intel Arc G3 EXTREME is the superior processor in every benchmarked dimension. It wins all four recorded head-to-head tests, with deltas ranging from 74.3% in Cinebench R15 single-core to 465.7% in Cinebench R23 multicore. Its 14 cores, 4.70 GHz boost clock, 18 MB of L3 cache, and 136.5 GB/s of memory bandwidth combine to deliver performance that places it in the 85th percentile of all CPUs, within 1.1% of rivals such as the AMD Ryzen 5 5500X3D and AMD Ryzen AI 7 PRO 450.

The Intel Processor N150 is not a competitor in the same class. Its 4 cores, 3.60 GHz boost clock, 6 MB of L3 cache, and 38.4 GB/s of memory bandwidth yield an average score of 1,025, placing it in the 28th percentile alongside parts like the Intel Core i3-4340 and AMD Phenom II X6 1075T. The N150's only recorded advantages are its 6 W TDP and its broader memory compatibility, which includes DDR4 and DDR5 alongside LPDDR5.

For workloads that demand compute performance, the Arc G3 EXTREME is the only viable choice between these two parts. For workloads that prioritize minimal power draw and platform simplicity, the N150 offers a lower-power alternative, but the benchmark data shows it cannot match the Arc G3 EXTREME in any measured performance test. The choice is therefore not a trade-off between speed and efficiency; it is a choice between a high-performance mobile processor and an entry-level low-power part with a fraction of the throughput.