Intel Core i5-14501TE vs Intel Processor N150 Comparison

FAQ

Q: How does the Intel Core i5-14501TE compare to the Intel Processor N150 in core and thread counts?

A: The Core i5-14501TE has 6 cores and 12 threads, while the Intel Processor N150 has 4 cores and 4 threads. This means the Core i5 supports simultaneous multithreading, effectively doubling its thread count, whereas the N150 operates with one thread per core.

Q: What are the base and boost clock speeds for each processor?

A: The Core i5-14501TE runs at a base clock of 2.20 GHz and boosts up to 5.10 GHz. The Intel Processor N150 has a base clock of 0.10 GHz and a boost clock of 3.60 GHz. The Core i5 offers substantially higher maximum frequency.

Q: Which processor has a higher benchmark percentile ranking?

A: The Core i5-14501TE sits at the 50th percentile among all CPUs in the database, while the Intel Processor N150 ranks at the 28th percentile. This places the Core i5 in the middle of the performance distribution, whereas the N150 falls into the lower quarter.

Q: What memory configurations do these two processors support?

A: The Core i5-14501TE supports dual-channel DDR4 and DDR5 memory. The Intel Processor N150 supports single-channel DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5, with a recorded memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. The N150 also supports LPDDR5, which the Core i5 does not list.

Q: Do either of these processors support ECC memory?

A: Yes, the Core i5-14501TE supports ECC memory. The Intel Processor N150 does not support ECC memory.

Q: What integrated graphics are included with each processor?

A: The Core i5-14501TE includes UHD Graphics 770, while the Intel Processor N150 includes UHD Graphics 730. Both are integrated graphics solutions from Intel, but they belong to different tiers.

Architecture Differences

The Core i5-14501TE and Intel Processor N150 come from different architectural families. The Core i5-14501TE is built on Raptor Lake, specifically the Raptor Lake-R refresh, and belongs to the Core 14th Gen series. Its generation is listed as Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh). The Intel Processor N150 uses Twin Lake architecture and is classified under Intel Processor (Alder Lake-N). Despite the Alder Lake-N generation label, the N150's codename is Twin Lake.

Both processors are manufactured by Intel on a 10 nm process node. The Core i5-14501TE has a die size of 215 mm², while the N150's die size is not recorded in the database. The Core i5 uses the Intel Socket 1700, designed for desktop installations. The N150 uses Intel BGA 1264, a ball-grid array socket typical of mobile platforms. This socket difference means the Core i5 is socketed and replaceable, while the N150 is soldered to its board.

Cache hierarchies differ significantly. The Core i5-14501TE allocates 80 KB of L1 cache per core, 1.25 MB of L2 cache per core, and 24 MB of shared L3 cache. The N150 has 96 KB of L1 per core, 2 MB of shared L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Core i5's per-core L2 design and much larger shared L3 give it a substantial cache advantage. The N150's L2 is shared across all cores rather than per-core, and its total cache pool is much smaller.

PCIe support also separates the two. The Core i5-14501TE provides PCIe Gen 5 with 16 lanes (CPU only). The N150 provides PCIe Gen 3 with 9 lanes (CPU only). This makes the Core i5 compatible with newer, faster expansion devices, while the N150 is limited to older PCIe Gen 3 bandwidth.

Memory controllers differ in channel configuration. The Core i5 supports dual-channel memory, while the N150 supports single-channel memory. The N150 additionally supports LPDDR5 memory, which the Core i5 does not list. The N150 has a recorded memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s; the Core i5's memory bandwidth is not recorded.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains benchmark results only for the Intel Processor N150. The Core i5-14501TE has no recorded benchmark scores in the database, and the head-to-head benchmark array is empty. Therefore, direct comparative scores cannot be presented from recorded data.

For the N150, the recorded Cinebench results provide a baseline. In Cinebench R15 multi-core, the N150 scores 422.5. In Cinebench R15 single-core, it scores 153.15. In Cinebench R23 multi-core, it scores 2590.5. In Cinebench R23 single-core, it scores 935. These are the only benchmark numbers available for either processor.

The N150's average benchmark score across all tests is 1025. Its nearest rivals in the database include the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T with an average score of 1024 and a delta of 0.1%, the Intel Core i3-4340 with an average score of 1026 and a delta of -0.1%, the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U with an average score of 1024 and a delta of 0.1%, and the Intel Core i7-5650U with an average score of 1027 and a delta of -0.2%. The N150's average score is effectively tied with these processors, within 0.2% in either direction.

The Core i5-14501TE has an average benchmark score of 0 in the database, which means no measured performance data exists for it. Its percentile ranking of 50 is based on the full CPU distribution, but no specific benchmark scores are available to compare directly against the N150's Cinebench numbers. Given the architectural differences, the Core i5's higher core count, higher boost clock, larger cache, and dual-channel memory support would likely produce different benchmark results, but no recorded data confirms this.

The Verdict

Based strictly on recorded data, the Intel Processor N150 is the only processor with measurable benchmark results. The Core i5-14501TE has no benchmark scores in the database, so any performance comparison between the two cannot be grounded in measured numbers.

The Core i5-14501TE's specifications indicate a desktop-oriented, high-performance design. It has 6 cores and 12 threads, a boost clock of 5.10 GHz, a 45 W TDP, 24 MB of L3 cache, dual-channel memory support, ECC memory support, PCIe Gen 5 connectivity, and UHD Graphics 770. These features position it for tasks that benefit from multi-threading, high single-core frequency, and large cache capacity.

The Intel Processor N150 is a mobile-oriented, low-power design. It has 4 cores and 4 threads, a boost clock of 3.60 GHz, a 6 W TDP, 6 MB of L3 cache, single-channel memory support, no ECC support, PCIe Gen 3 connectivity, and UHD Graphics 730. Its recorded Cinebench scores and average benchmark score of 1025 place it near processors like the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T and Intel Core i3-4340, both from older generations.

The Core i5-14501TE's 50th percentile ranking versus the N150's 28th percentile ranking suggests that, within the broader CPU distribution, the Core i5 is positioned higher. However, since the Core i5 has no average benchmark score, the percentile ranking alone cannot be cross-referenced with specific performance data. The data shows two processors with clearly different design goals: one for desktop performance, one for mobile efficiency.

Specification Differences

| Specification | Intel Core i5-14501TE | Intel Processor N150 |

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

| Series | Core 14th Gen | None listed |

| Cores | 6 | 4 |

| Threads | 12 | 4 |

| Base Clock | 2.20 GHz | 0.10 GHz |

| Boost Clock | 5.10 GHz | 3.60 GHz |

| TDP | 45 W | 6 W |

| Socket | Intel Socket 1700 | Intel BGA 1264 |

| Architecture | Raptor Lake | Twin Lake |

| Codename | Raptor Lake-R | Twin Lake |

| Generation | Core i5 (Raptor Lake Refresh) | 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 | 24 MB (shared) | 6 MB (shared) |

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

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

| Memory Bandwidth | Not recorded | 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 | 2024-06-30 | 2024-11-19 |

| Part Number | Q49KSRNJN | SRPNR |

The Core i5-14501TE uses per-core L2 cache, while the N150 uses shared L2. The Core i5's L3 cache is four times larger. The N150 supports LPDDR5 memory, which the Core i5 does not. The Core i5 supports ECC memory; the N150 does not. The Core i5 supports PCIe Gen 5; the N150 supports PCIe Gen 3. The Core i5 is a desktop processor; the N150 is a mobile processor.

Where Each One Wins

The Core i5-14501TE wins on multi-threaded workloads based on its specifications. Its 6 cores and 12 threads double the thread count of the N150. Its 24 MB of shared L3 cache versus 6 MB gives it a large advantage for workloads that repeatedly access working sets. Its dual-channel memory support provides double the memory channels of the N150, which benefits memory-intensive tasks. Its PCIe Gen 5 support enables faster communication with compatible expansion devices. Its boost clock of 5.10 GHz versus 3.60 GHz favors single-threaded responsiveness. Its ECC memory support makes it suitable for error-sensitive applications. Its 45 W TDP indicates it is designed to sustain higher performance levels.

The Intel Processor N150 wins on power efficiency and mobile deployment. Its 6 W TDP is dramatically lower than the Core i5's 45 W TDP, making it suitable for fanless or passively cooled designs. Its BGA 1264 socket is a soldered mobile package, appropriate for compact devices. Its support for LPDDR5 memory allows lower-power memory configurations. Its 38.4 GB/s recorded memory bandwidth provides a concrete performance metric for memory throughput, which the Core i5 lacks in the database. Its benchmark scores, while modest, are recorded and verifiable: Cinebench R23 multi-core at 2590.5 and single-core at 935. These scores place it near processors like the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U and Intel Core i7-5650U in average performance, within 0.2% delta.

The data shows a clear split: the Core i5-14501TE is positioned for desktop workloads requiring high core counts, high frequencies, large caches, and expandable memory. The N150 is positioned for low-power mobile systems where efficiency and compact integration matter more than peak performance.