Intel Core 9 273PTE vs Intel Processor N150 Comparison

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The benchmark data shows a decisive performance gap between the Intel Core 9 273PTE and the Intel Processor N150. Across all four shared tests, the Core 9 273PTE records the higher score, with the largest margin appearing in multi-threaded workloads.

In Cinebench R23 multi-core, the Core 9 273PTE scores 20445, which is 689.2% ahead of the N150's 2590.5. This is the single largest delta in the comparison. The single-core result for R23 shows the Core 9 273PTE at 2886, a 208.7% advantage over the N150's 935. The older Cinebench R15 test tells a similar story: multi-core scores are 2060 versus 422.5, a 387.6% lead, while single-core scores are 290 versus 153.15, an 89.4% lead.

The data indicates that the Core 9 273PTE's advantage grows substantially as thread count and workload intensity increase. The delta between the two parts in R23 multi-core (689.2%) is more than triple the delta in R15 single-core (89.4%). This pattern suggests that the Core 9 273PTE's additional cores and threads are the primary driver of its dominance, rather than just higher clock speeds alone.

Looking at broader performance positioning, the Core 9 273PTE sits in the 82nd percentile of all CPUs in the database, while the N150 sits in the 28th percentile. The average benchmark score for the Core 9 273PTE is 31143, compared to 1025 for the N150. The Core 9 273PTE's nearest rivals include the Intel Core i7-12700F (average score 31081, delta 0.2%), AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS (31074, delta 0.2%), and Intel Core i7-13700TE (31028, delta 0.4%). The N150's nearest rivals, by contrast, include the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T (average score 1024, delta 0.1%) and Intel Core i3-4340 (1026, delta -0.1%). These rival clusters confirm that the two parts operate in entirely different performance tiers.

Architecture Differences

The architectural gap between these two processors is substantial, beginning with core count. The Core 9 273PTE uses 12 cores and 24 threads, while the N150 uses 4 cores and 4 threads. This 3x core advantage and 6x thread advantage directly explains the multi-core benchmark deltas.

The Core 9 273PTE is built on the Bartlett Lake codename and is part of the Core 9 generation, while the N150 uses the Twin Lake architecture and belongs to the Intel Processor generation (Alder Lake-N family). Both use a 10 nm process node and are fabricated by Intel, but the similarity ends there.

Cache configurations differ significantly. The Core 9 273PTE has 80 KB of L1 cache per core and 2 MB of L2 cache per core, with a 36 MB shared L3 cache. The N150 has 96 KB of L1 per core and 2 MB of shared L2, with only 6 MB of shared L3. The Core 9 273PTE's L3 cache is six times larger than the N150's, which matters for workloads with large working sets that benefit from cached data reuse.

Memory architecture is another differentiator. The Core 9 273PTE supports dual-channel memory with a bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s, while the N150 uses single-channel memory with 38.4 GB/s. Both support DDR4 and DDR5, but the N150 adds LPDDR5 support, which is common in mobile platforms. The Core 9 273PTE supports ECC memory, while the N150 does not.

PCIe connectivity also diverges. The Core 9 273PTE offers Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only), while the N150 offers Gen 3 with 9 lanes (CPU only). This difference affects expandability for discrete GPUs, NVMe storage, and other high-bandwidth peripherals.

Both parts integrate the same UHD Graphics 730, but the surrounding platform differences are pronounced. The Core 9 273PTE targets the desktop segment with an Intel Socket 1700, while the N150 is a mobile part using Intel BGA 1264. The Core 9 273PTE has a TDP of 45, compared to 6 for the N150, which reflects the desktop part's higher power envelope for sustained performance.

Clock speeds also differ, though the base clock figures require context. The Core 9 273PTE has a base clock of 1.40 GHz and a boost clock of 5.50 GHz, while the N150 has a base clock of 0.10 GHz and a boost clock of 3.60 GHz. The Core 9 273PTE's boost clock is 1.9 GHz higher, which contributes to its single-thread advantage.

Where Each One Wins

The benchmark data shows no test where the N150 wins. The Core 9 273PTE wins all four shared benchmarks, so the functional split is about workload intensity and platform constraints rather than any specific advantage for the N150.

The Core 9 273PTE is positioned for multi-threaded desktop workloads. Its 24 threads and 36 MB L3 cache make it suited to rendering, compilation, and other parallel tasks. The Cinebench R23 multi-core score of 20445, combined with the 82nd percentile ranking, indicates strong performance for content creation and scientific computing workloads.

The N150, by contrast, is a low-power mobile part. Its 6 TDP and single-channel memory suggest it targets lightweight, battery-conscious use cases such as basic office tasks, web browsing, and media playback. The 28th percentile ranking confirms it is not designed for demanding computation.

The gap in single-thread performance is smaller than multi-thread but still decisive. In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Core 9 273PTE's 2886 is 208.7% ahead of the N150's 935. This indicates that even for lightly threaded workloads, the desktop part holds a substantial advantage due to its higher boost clock and more capable core design.

The Core 9 273PTE's nearest rivals, such as the Intel Core i7-12700F and AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS, all sit within 0.5% of its average score, indicating it is competitive with those mid-range and high-end parts. The N150's nearest rivals, including the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T and Intel Core i3-4340, are all older or lower-end parts, reinforcing its entry-level positioning.

FAQ

Q: Which processor has the higher multi-core performance in Cinebench R23?

A: The Intel Core 9 273PTE scores 20445 in Cinebench R23 multi-core, which is 689.2% ahead of the Intel Processor N150's 2590.5.

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

A: In Cinebench R23 single-core, the Core 9 273PTE scores 2886, a 208.7% lead over the N150's 935. In Cinebench R15 single-core, the Core 9 273PTE scores 290 versus 153.15, an 89.4% lead.

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

A: The Core 9 273PTE has 12 cores and 24 threads. The N150 has 4 cores and 4 threads.

Q: Which processor supports ECC memory?

A: The Core 9 273PTE supports ECC memory. The N150 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What is the difference in memory bandwidth between the two?

A: The Core 9 273PTE has a memory bandwidth of 89.6 GB/s with dual-channel support. The N150 has 38.4 GB/s with single-channel support.

Q: How do the cache sizes compare?

A: The Core 9 273PTE has 80 KB L1 per core, 2 MB L2 per core, and 36 MB shared L3. The N150 has 96 KB L1 per core, 2 MB shared L2, and 6 MB shared L3.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core 9 273PTE | Intel Processor N150 |

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

| Cores | 12 | 4 |

| Threads | 24 | 4 |

| Base Clock | 1.40 GHz | 0.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.50 GHz | 3.60 GHz |

| TDP | 45 | 6 |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel BGA 1264 |

| Codename | Bartlett Lake | Twin Lake |

| Generation | Core 9 (Bartlett Lake) | Intel Processor (Alder Lake-N) |

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

| L2 Cache | 2 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) |

| Market Segment | Desktop | Mobile |

| Release Date | 2026-03-08 | 2024-11-19 |

| Launch MSRP | $549 | None |

| Part Number | SA4QJ | SRPNR |

| Percentile | 82 | 28 |

| Average Benchmark Score | 31143 | 1025 |

The Core 9 273PTE also has a higher Cinebench R15 multi-core score (2060 versus 422.5) and a higher Cinebench R15 single-core score (290 versus 153.15). The Core 9 273PTE has 4 wins in head-to-head benchmarks, while the N150 has 0 wins.