Intel Core 7 350 vs Intel Processor N150 Comparison

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data divides cleanly between these two mobile processors. The Intel Core 7 350 wins all four recorded head-to-head tests, with margins ranging from 90.7% to 210% depending on the workload. The Intel Processor N150 does not win a single comparison in the database. This is not a close contest; it is a complete sweep.

The Core 7 350 delivers its largest advantages in multi-threaded rendering workloads. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Core 7 350 scores 8030 against the N150's 2590.5, a 210% gap. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows a similar pattern: 1220 versus 422.5, a 188.8% difference. These results point to sustained throughput advantages in CPU-bound content creation tasks such as 3D rendering, video encoding, and compilation workloads.

Single-thread performance also favors the Core 7 350 substantially, though by smaller margins. Cinebench R23 single-core shows 2046 versus 935, a 118.8% advantage. Cinebench R15 single-core shows 292 versus 153.15, a 90.7% gap. The single-core results indicate that the Core 7 350 also leads in lightly threaded applications like web browsing, office productivity, and general desktop responsiveness.

The N150's role in the database is defined by its efficiency profile rather than its performance standing. It uses a 6 W TDP compared to the Core 7 350's 15 W TDP, and its average benchmark score of 1025 places it at the 28th percentile of all CPUs. The Core 7 350 sits at the 71st percentile with an average score of 17779. The N150's nearest rivals include the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T, the Intel Core i3-4340, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U, and the Intel Core i7-5650U, all within 0.2% of its average score. This positions the N150 as a low-power entry point rather than a performance contender.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core performance?

A: The Intel Core 7 350 dominates multi-core tests. In Cinebench R23 multi-core it scores 8030 versus the Intel Processor N150's 2590.5, a 210% lead. Cinebench R15 multi-core shows 1220 versus 422.5, an 188.8% advantage.

Q: How do the single-core scores compare?

A: The Core 7 350 leads in single-core tests as well. Cinebench R23 single-core records 2046 versus 935, a 118.8% margin. Cinebench R15 single-core shows 292 versus 153.15, a 90.7% gap.

Q: What is the efficiency difference between the two?

A: The Intel Processor N150 uses a 6 W TDP, while the Intel Core 7 350 uses a 15 W TDP. The N150's lower power envelope suggests it is designed for fanless or ultra-low-power systems, though the database does not record its actual power draw in tests.

Q: Which processor has more cores and threads?

A: The Intel Core 7 350 has 6 cores and 6 threads. The Intel Processor N150 has 4 cores and 4 threads. Neither processor supports hyper-threading based on the thread counts matching core counts.

Q: How do their average benchmark scores rank?

A: The Core 7 350 has an average benchmark score of 17779 and sits at the 71st percentile of all CPUs. The N150 has an average score of 1025 and sits at the 28th percentile.

Q: Which processor supports faster memory?

A: The Core 7 350 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X memory with a recorded bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s. The N150 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5, with a bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. Both use a single-channel memory bus.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database records four direct comparisons between the Intel Core 7 350 and the Intel Processor N150, all from the Cinebench suite. The Core 7 350 wins every one.

The largest margin appears in Cinebench R23 multi-core. The Core 7 350 scores 8030, while the N150 scores 2590.5. The 210% delta places the Core 7 350 at nearly four times the N150's rendering output. This is the test that most clearly separates the two processors' capabilities for sustained all-core workloads. A 210% advantage in a rendering benchmark translates directly to substantially reduced render times for users running CPU-based 3D workloads.

Cinebench R15 multi-core shows a similar but slightly smaller gap. The Core 7 350 scores 1220, the N150 scores 422.5, a difference of 188.8%. The R15 test is an older benchmark, but the proportional gap remains consistent with R23 results, confirming that the multi-core advantage is not an artifact of a single benchmark generation.

Single-core performance tells a slightly different story. Cinebench R23 single-core shows the Core 7 350 at 2046 and the N150 at 935, a 118.8% delta. This is a substantial lead, but it is smaller than the multi-core margins. The reason is straightforward: the N150's boost clock of 3.60 GHz is lower than the Core 7 350's 4.80 GHz boost, but single-core tests do not scale with core count, so the gap narrows.

Cinebench R15 single-core shows the smallest margin of the four tests. The Core 7 350 scores 292, the N150 scores 153.15, a 90.7% difference. Even at its smallest recorded advantage, the Core 7 350 still nearly doubles the N150's single-thread performance.

The database also includes passmark results for the Core 7 350, though the N150 has no corresponding passmark entries. The Core 7 350 scores 4100 in passmark single-thread, 15170 in passmark multithread, 42809 in floating point math, and 33734 in integer math. These figures provide additional context for the Core 7 350's capabilities, but they cannot be compared directly to the N150 since the N150 lacks passmark recordings. The absence of N150 passmark data is itself informative: the N150's benchmark profile is limited to Cinebench tests, suggesting the database has less comprehensive coverage of its performance characteristics.

Specification Differences

The two processors diverge on nearly every core specification. The Intel Core 7 350 uses 6 cores and 6 threads, while the Intel Processor N150 uses 4 cores and 4 threads. Neither part has a higher thread count than core count, so simultaneous multithreading is not present in either design.

Clock speeds differ sharply. The Core 7 350 has a base clock of 1.50 GHz and a boost clock of 4.80 GHz. The N150 has a base clock of 0.10 GHz and a boost clock of 3.60 GHz. The N150's base clock of 0.10 GHz is extraordinarily low, indicating a design that prioritizes idle power draw over sustained base operation. The Core 7 350's 4.80 GHz boost clock is 33% higher than the N150's 3.60 GHz boost.

Thermal design power differs by 9 W. The Core 7 350 uses 15 W, the N150 uses 6 W. This places the N150 in a lower power class, suitable for compact or passively cooled systems, while the Core 7 350 targets more capable mobile chassis with active cooling.

The socket and packaging are different. The Core 7 350 uses Intel BGA 1516, while the N150 uses Intel BGA 1264. These are not interchangeable sockets, meaning the two processors cannot be used in the same motherboard designs.

Memory support varies in both type and bandwidth. The Core 7 350 supports DDR5 and LPDDR5X, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 59.7 GB/s. The N150 supports DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5, with a bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. Both are single-channel, so the bandwidth difference comes from the supported memory generations rather than channel count.

PCIe capabilities differ. The Core 7 350 uses PCIe Gen 4 with 6 lanes (CPU only). The N150 uses PCIe Gen 3 with 9 lanes (CPU only). The Core 7 350 offers newer PCIe generation but fewer lanes; the N150 offers more lanes but an older generation.

Integrated graphics differ. The Core 7 350 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores. The N150 uses UHD Graphics 730. The database does not include graphics benchmarks for either part, so the performance implications remain qualitative.

The release dates differ by roughly 17 months. The N150 released on 2024-11-19, while the Core 7 350 released on 2026-04-15. The Core 7 350 has a launch MSRP of $469. The N150 has no recorded launch MSRP. Both processors are currently marked as Active in production status, and both have locked multipliers.

Architecture Differences

The architectural separation is substantial. The Intel Core 7 350 uses the Wildcat Lake codename and belongs to the Core 5 (Wildcat Lake) generation. The Intel Processor N150 uses the Twin Lake codename and architecture, with a generation listed as Intel Processor (Alder Lake-N). Despite the different codenames, both parts share a common lineage in Intel's low-power mobile segment, but they come from different design eras.

The manufacturing process differs by a full node. The Core 7 350 is built on a 3 nm process at Intel's foundry. The N150 is built on a 10 nm process, also at Intel. The 3 nm node represents a significantly newer fabrication technology, which helps explain the Core 7 350's higher clock speeds and better performance-per-watt characteristics. The N150's 10 nm node is an older design, reflected in its lower boost clock and higher power draw relative to its performance.

Cache hierarchies show notable differences. The Core 7 350 has 192 KB of L1 cache per core, 2.5 MB of L2 cache per core, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The N150 has 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of shared L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core 7 350 doubles the per-core L1 cache and uses a per-core L2 design, whereas the N150 shares a smaller L2 pool across all cores. The L3 cache is identical at 6 MB shared for both.

The L2 cache organization is a key architectural differentiator. The Core 7 350's 2.5 MB per-core L2 means its 6 cores have a combined 15 MB of L2 cache. The N150's 2 MB shared L2 is shared across all 4 cores, giving each core access to only a fraction of that pool. For workloads with high cache reuse, the Core 7 350's larger private L2 should reduce memory latency and improve performance. The N150's shared L2 design is simpler and cheaper to implement but less effective for multi-core scaling.

The integrated graphics architectures also differ. The Core 7 350 uses Intel Xe3 Graphics with 2 Xe cores, representing a newer graphics architecture. The N150 uses UHD Graphics 730, an older integrated GPU design. Neither processor includes a discrete GPU, so the integrated graphics are the only display output option.

The memory controllers reflect the architectural generation gap. The Core 7 350 supports only newer memory types (DDR5 and LPDDR5X), while the N150 retains support for DDR4 alongside DDR5 and LPDDR5. The N150's DDR4 support suggests compatibility with older, cheaper memory modules, while the Core 7 350's narrower support profile aligns with its newer platform.

The launch timing reinforces the architectural split. The N150 debuted in November 2024, while the Core 7 350 arrived in April 2026. The 17-month gap corresponds to a full process node transition (10 nm to 3 nm) and a significant architecture refresh. The Core 7 350's 3 nm process and Wildcat Lake design represent Intel's newer low-power architecture, while the N150's Twin Lake design, despite its distinct codename, traces its generation listing back to Alder Lake-N roots.