Intel Core 7 251TE vs Intel Processor N150 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The recorded data shows a complete sweep in favor of the Intel Core 7 251TE across all four shared benchmark tests. The largest margin appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core, where the Core 7 251TE scores 25,518 against the N150's 2,590.5, a 885.1% difference. This result reflects the massive disparity in parallel workload capability between the two processors.

In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the Core 7 251TE delivers 2,572 points versus 422.5 for the N150, a 508.8% advantage. Single-core performance tells a similar story, though with narrower gaps. The Core 7 251TE posts 362 in Cinebench R15 single-core, 136.4% ahead of the N150's 153.15. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the margin expands to 285.2%, with scores of 3,602 and 935 respectively.

The database's head-to-head results confirm four wins for the Core 7 251TE and zero for the N150. Multi-core workloads show the most extreme separation, indicating that the Core 7 251TE's additional cores and threads translate directly into proportionally higher throughput in heavily threaded rendering tasks.

The N150's closest rivals in the database include the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T (0.1% delta), the Intel Core i3-4340 (0.1% delta), the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U (0.1% delta), and the Intel Core i7-5650U (0.2% delta). Its average benchmark score of 1,025 places it at the 28th percentile of all CPUs. The Core 7 251TE, by contrast, sits at the 88th percentile with an average benchmark score of 41,650. Its nearest rivals are the Intel Core Ultra 7 265H (0.1% delta), Intel Core i7-14650HX (0.2% delta), Intel Core i7-12850HX (0.3% delta), and Intel Core i7-14700T (0.6% delta), all clustered within a narrow performance band.

Architecture Differences

The two processors occupy opposite ends of Intel's product stack. The Core 7 251TE uses the Bartlett Lake codename and belongs to the Core 7 generation. It is built on a 10 nm process at Intel's foundry, with a die size of 215 mm². The N150 uses the Twin Lake architecture, also on a 10 nm process at Intel, but falls under the Intel Processor generation and traces its lineage to Alder Lake-N.

Core counts diverge sharply. The Core 7 251TE provides 24 cores and 32 threads, while the N150 provides 4 cores and 4 threads. Cache organization differs as well. The Core 7 251TE allocates 80 KB of L1 per core, 1.25 MB of L2 per core, and 36 MB of shared L3. The N150 allocates 96 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of shared L2, and 6 MB of shared L3.

Memory support separates the two clearly. The Core 7 251TE supports DDR4 and DDR5 in a dual-channel configuration, with 89.6 GB/s of memory bandwidth and ECC capability. The N150 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 in a single-channel configuration, with 38.4 GB/s of memory bandwidth and no ECC support. PCIe connectivity also differs: the Core 7 251TE uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes, while the N150 uses Gen 3 with 9 CPU lanes.

Integrated graphics differ between the parts. The Core 7 251TE carries UHD Graphics 770, while the N150 carries UHD Graphics 730. The Core 7 251TE targets the desktop market segment with a 45 W TDP and an Intel Socket 1700 package. The N150 targets the mobile segment with a 6 W TDP and an Intel BGA 1264 package. Clock behavior reflects the thermal design: the Core 7 251TE has a 1.40 GHz base clock and a 5.40 GHz boost clock, while the N150 has a 0.10 GHz base clock and a 3.60 GHz boost clock.

Both parts are marked as Active in production status. The Core 7 251TE was released on 2025-01-12, and the N150 on 2024-11-19. Neither has an unlocked multiplier. The Core 7 251TE carries a launch MSRP of $384.

The Verdict

The data indicates that these processors serve entirely different purposes. The Core 7 251TE is a high-core-count desktop part with a 45 W TDP, 24 cores, 32 threads, and 89.6 GB/s of dual-channel memory bandwidth. Its benchmark results place it at the 88th percentile of all CPUs, with an average score of 41,650. The N150 is a 6 W mobile processor with 4 cores, 4 threads, and 38.4 GB/s of single-channel bandwidth, sitting at the 28th percentile with an average score of 1,025.

For multi-threaded rendering, the Core 7 251TE outperforms the N150 by 885.1% in Cinebench R23 multi-core. For single-threaded tasks, the lead narrows to 285.2% in the same test suite, but remains decisive. The N150's nearest rivals include desktop processors from a decade ago, such as the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T and the Intel Core i3-4340, which indicates its performance class. The Core 7 251TE competes with modern high-end mobile and desktop chips like the Intel Core Ultra 7 265H and the Intel Core i7-14700T.

The recorded data shows no scenario in which the N150 wins a shared benchmark. The Core 7 251TE wins all four head-to-head tests. The N150's advantages lie in its 6 W TDP, its mobile BGA package, and its support for LPDDR5 memory, which are relevant for low-power embedded or portable designs. The Core 7 251TE's advantages include ECC memory support, Gen 5 PCIe, and substantially higher memory bandwidth.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 7 251TE | Intel Processor N150 |

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

| Cores | 24 | 4 |

| Threads | 32 | 4 |

| Base clock | 1.40 GHz | 0.10 GHz |

| Boost clock | 5.40 GHz | 3.60 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 6 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel BGA 1264 |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Twin Lake |

| Generation | Core 7 (Bartlett Lake) | Intel Processor (Alder Lake-N) |

| Die size | 215 mm² | Not recorded |

| L1 cache | 80 KB (per core) | 96 KB (per core) |

| L2 cache | 1.25 MB (per core) | 2 MB (shared) |

| L3 cache | 36 MB (shared) | 6 MB (shared) |

| Memory support | DDR4, DDR5 | DDR4, DDR5, LPDDR5 |

| Memory bus | Dual-channel | Single-channel |

| Memory bandwidth | 89.6 GB/s | 38.4 GB/s |

| ECC memory | Yes | No |

| PCIe | Gen 5, 16 lanes (CPU only) | Gen 3, 9 lanes (CPU only) |

| Integrated graphics | UHD Graphics 770 | UHD Graphics 730 |

| Market segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release date | 2025-01-12 | 2024-11-19 |

| Launch MSRP | $384 | Not recorded |

| Part number | SRQAXQ5ZG | SRPNR |

FAQ

Q: How much faster is the Intel Core 7 251TE in multi-core Cinebench R23?

A: The Core 7 251TE scores 25,518 versus 2,590.5 for the N150, a 885.1% advantage.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Intel Core 7 251TE supports ECC memory. The Intel Processor N150 does not.

Q: What memory types does each processor support?

A: The Core 7 251TE supports DDR4 and DDR5. The N150 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5.

Q: What is the memory bandwidth difference?

A: The Core 7 251TE provides 89.6 GB/s over a dual-channel bus. The N150 provides 38.4 GB/s over a single-channel bus.

Q: Where does each processor rank among all CPUs?

A: The Core 7 251TE sits at the 88th percentile with an average benchmark score of 41,650. The N150 sits at the 28th percentile with an average benchmark score of 1,025.

Q: What PCIe generations do the two processors use?

A: The Core 7 251TE uses Gen 5 with 16 CPU lanes. The N150 uses Gen 3 with 9 CPU lanes.

Where Each One Wins

The Core 7 251TE wins every shared benchmark in the database. Its strengths concentrate in multi-threaded rendering, where the 24-core, 32-thread configuration produces a 885.1% lead in Cinebench R23 multi-core and a 508.8% lead in Cinebench R15 multi-core. Single-thread performance also favors the Core 7 251TE, with a 285.2% margin in Cinebench R23 single-core and a 136.4% margin in Cinebench R15 single-core. The higher boost clock of 5.40 GHz, the larger 36 MB shared L3 cache, and the 89.6 GB/s dual-channel memory bandwidth all contribute to these results. The part's desktop market segment, 45 W TDP, and ECC support suit workstation-class builds that require sustained throughput.

The N150 wins no benchmark comparisons in the recorded data. Its position is defined by its 6 W TDP, mobile BGA 1264 socket, and support for LPDDR5 memory. The 0.10 GHz base clock and 3.60 GHz boost clock indicate a design focused on power efficiency rather than peak performance. The 4-core, 4-thread layout with 6 MB of shared L3 cache and 38.4 GB/s of single-channel memory bandwidth places it in the low-power mobile segment. Its nearest rivals in the database, including the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T and the Intel Core i3-4340, confirm that its performance class aligns with older desktop parts, but its 6 W TDP makes it suitable for fanless or battery-constrained systems. The N150's UHD Graphics 730 and Gen 3 PCIe connectivity further signal an entry-level role.

The database shows no overlap in target use cases. The Core 7 251TE delivers high multi-threaded and single-threaded scores, ECC memory, Gen 5 PCIe, and a 45 W TDP for desktop systems. The N150 delivers LPDDR5 support, a 6 W TDP, and a compact BGA package for mobile or low-power applications.