Intel Processor N150 vs NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) Comparison

Intel Processor N150 and NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) occupy very different positions in the mobile processor landscape. The N150 is an active, low-power part from Intel’s Twin Lake family, while the Spark is an unreleased, higher-power design built on a newer process. The recorded data shows a stark contrast in specifications, but a direct benchmark comparison is limited because the Spark currently has no recorded scores in the database.

FAQ

Q: What is the difference in core counts between the two processors?

A: The Intel Processor N150 has 4 cores and 4 threads, while the NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) has 20 cores and 20 threads.

Q: Which processor has a higher boost clock speed?

A: The NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) has a boost clock of 4.00 GHz, which is higher than the Intel Processor N150’s boost clock of 3.60 GHz.

Q: What is the process node for each processor?

A: The Intel Processor N150 is built on a 10 nm process by Intel, whereas the NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) is built on a 3 nm process by TSMC.

Q: How does the memory bandwidth compare?

A: The NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) supports quad-channel LPDDR5X with a memory bandwidth of 273.1 GB/s, which is significantly higher than the Intel Processor N150’s single-channel DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5 support with a memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s.

Q: Which processor has a higher average benchmark score?

A: The Intel Processor N150 has an average benchmark score of 1025, placing it in the 28th percentile of all CPUs. The NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) has no recorded average benchmark score.

Q: Is the NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) available on the market?

A: The production status for the NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) is listed as “unreleased,” while the Intel Processor N150 is marked as “Active.”

Architecture Differences

The two processors are built on fundamentally different architectures. The Intel Processor N150 uses the Twin Lake architecture, which is part of the Intel Processor (Alder Lake-N) generation. It is manufactured on a 10 nm process at Intel’s foundry. In contrast, the NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) uses the N1X codename, with a generation labeled Spark (GB10). This chip is fabricated on a 3 nm process by TSMC, representing a newer and denser manufacturing technology.

The core designs diverge sharply. The N150 features 4 cores and 4 threads, a configuration typical of entry-level mobile parts. The Spark, however, packs 20 cores and 20 threads, indicating a much higher parallel workload capacity. The cache hierarchy also differs. The N150 allocates 96 KB of L1 cache per core, 2 MB of shared L2 cache, and 6 MB of shared L3 cache. The Spark allocates 128 KB of L1 cache per core, a substantial 2 MB of L2 cache per core, and 8 MB of shared L3 cache. This per-core L2 allocation on the Spark is a major architectural distinction, as it provides each core with a large private cache.

Integrated graphics are another point of difference. The N150 includes Intel UHD Graphics 730, while the Spark integrates a GB20B “Blackwell” GPU. The Spark’s PCIe support is listed as “N/A,” whereas the N150 uses PCIe Gen 3 with 9 lanes (CPU only). The memory controllers are also distinct: the N150 supports single-channel DDR4, DDR5, and LPDDR5, while the Spark supports quad-channel LPDDR5X. These architectural choices reflect different design goals, with the N150 aiming for efficiency and the Spark targeting higher throughput.

Where Each One Wins

Based on the recorded data, the Intel Processor N150 has a clear advantage in availability and established performance metrics. It is an active product with four recorded benchmark scores. Its average benchmark score of 1025 places it in the 28th percentile of all CPUs. The N150’s nearest rivals include the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T (average score 1024, delta 0.1%), the Intel Core i3-4340 (average score 1026, delta -0.1%), the AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U (average score 1024, delta 0.1%), and the Intel Core i7-5650U (average score 1027, delta -0.2%). This clustering indicates that the N150 performs in a narrow band around the 1025-point mark, with deltas of less than 0.2% from its closest competitors.

The NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) wins on raw specification sheets. It has five times the core count, a higher boost clock, a newer process node, and vastly superior memory bandwidth. However, without any recorded benchmark scores, its actual performance cannot be quantified. The Spark’s percentile rank is listed as 50, which suggests it is expected to place above the N150 in the overall distribution, but this is not supported by direct measurements. The data shows that the N150 is the only one of the two with verifiable performance results, making it the winner in terms of demonstrated capability.

For use cases, the N150 is suited for tasks that require low power consumption, given its 6 W TDP, and basic mobile computing. The Spark, with a 38 W TDP and 20 cores, is positioned for more demanding workloads, such as multi-threaded applications or AI-related tasks, based on its integrated Blackwell GPU. The absence of benchmark data for the Spark means these advantages are theoretical rather than confirmed.

Specification Differences

The following specifications differ between the two processors:

• Cores: Intel Processor N150 has 4 cores; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) has 20 cores.
• Threads: Intel Processor N150 has 4 threads; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) has 20 threads.
• Base Clock: Intel Processor N150 has a base clock of 0.10 GHz; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) has a base clock of 1.70 GHz.
• Boost Clock: Intel Processor N150 has a boost clock of 3.60 GHz; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) has a boost clock of 4.00 GHz.
• TDP: Intel Processor N150 has a TDP of 6 W; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) has a TDP of 38 W.
• Socket: Intel Processor N150 uses Intel BGA 1264; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) has no listed socket.
• Process Node: Intel Processor N150 uses 10 nm; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) uses 3 nm.
• Foundry: Intel Processor N150 is made by Intel; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) is made by TSMC.
• Die Size: Intel Processor N150 has no listed die size; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) has a die size of 208 mm².
• L1 Cache: Intel Processor N150 has 96 KB per core; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) has 128 KB per core.
• L2 Cache: Intel Processor N150 has 2 MB shared; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) has 2 MB per core.
• L3 Cache: Intel Processor N150 has 6 MB shared; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) has 8 MB shared.
• Memory Support: Intel Processor N150 supports DDR4, DDR5, LPDDR5; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) supports LPDDR5X.
• Memory Bus: Intel Processor N150 is single-channel; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) is quad-channel.
• Memory Bandwidth: Intel Processor N150 has 38.4 GB/s; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) has 273.1 GB/s.
• PCIe: Intel Processor N150 uses Gen 3, 9 Lanes (CPU only); NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) is listed as N/A.
• Integrated Graphics: Intel Processor N150 uses UHD Graphics 730; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) uses GB20B “Blackwell”.
• Production Status: Intel Processor N150 is Active; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) is unreleased.
• Release Date: Intel Processor N150 was released on 2024-11-19; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) has a release date of 2025-12-31.
• Part Number: Intel Processor N150 is SRPNR; NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B) is GSE1-675-A1.

Head-to-Head Benchmarks

The database contains no direct head-to-head benchmark results between the Intel Processor N150 and the NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B). The head-to-head benchmark array is empty, and neither processor has recorded wins in this comparison. As a result, a side-by-side performance walkthrough is not possible from the recorded data.

The Intel Processor N150 does have individual benchmark scores. In Cinebench R15, it scores 422.5 in multi-core and 153.15 in single-core. In Cinebench R23, it scores 2590.5 in multi-core and 935 in single-core. These results contribute to its average benchmark score of 1025. The N150’s nearest rival comparisons show it within 0.2% of the AMD Phenom II X6 1075T, Intel Core i3-4340, AMD Ryzen 5 PRO 2500U, and Intel Core i7-5650U in average score.

For the NVIDIA RTX Spark (MediaTek AHJ11488B), the benchmarks array is empty, and the average benchmark score is 0. There are no nearest rivals listed for this processor. The data shows a 50th percentile rank, but this figure is not supported by any measured scores. The absence of benchmark data means the Spark’s performance characteristics remain unverified in the database.

The biggest wins in this comparison are therefore on specification sheets, not in benchmark results. The Spark leads in core count, clock speeds, memory bandwidth, and process technology. The N150 leads in being a shipped, active product with measurable performance. The data shows that the N150’s multi-core Cinebench R23 score of 2590.5 and single-core score of 935 provide concrete reference points, while the Spark offers no comparable figures. Until the Spark is released and measured, the N150 remains the only processor in this pairing with recorded performance evidence.