Intel Core i3-10100Y vs Intel Processor N50

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Intel Core i3-10100Y or Intel Core i3-10100Y – which processor offers superior performance? In this comparison, we examine disparities and assess which of these two CPUs outperforms the other. We delve into technical specifications and benchmark outcomes.
The Intel Core i3-10100Y features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 4 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2021 and belongs to the 10 generation of the Intel Core i3 series.
To use the Intel Core i3-10100Y, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA socket.
The Intel Processor N50 features 2 processor cores and has the capability to manage 2 threads concurrently.
It was released in Q1/2023 and belongs to the 13 generation of the Intel Processor N series.
To use the Intel Processor N50, you'll need a motherboard with a BGA socket.
Intel Core i3-10100Y Name Intel Processor N50
Intel Core i3 Family Intel Processor N
10 Generation 13
Desktop / Server Segment Mobile
Intel Core i 10000 Group Intel Processor N50/N100/N200
 
 

CPU Cores and Base Frequency

The Intel Core i3-10100Y has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 4 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Core i3-10100Y is 1.3 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.9 GHz.
The Intel Processor N50 has 2 CPU cores and can calculate 2 threads in parallel.
The clock frequency of the Intel Processor N50 is 1.8 GHz
and turbo frequency for one core is 3.4 GHz.
normal Core architecture normal
Yes Hyperthreading No
3.9 GHz Turbo Frequency (all cores) 3.2 GHz
1.3 GHz Frequency 1.8 GHz
2 CPU Cores 2
3.9 GHz Turbo Frequency (1 core) 3.4 GHz
No Overclocking No
4 Threads 2
2x Cores 2x Gracemont
 
 

Internal Graphics

The Intel Core i3-10100Y has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Core i3-10100Y uses the Intel UHD Graphics 615, which has 192 texture shaders
and 24 execution units.
The iGPU uses the system's main memory as graphics memory and sits on the processor's die.
The Intel Processor N50 has integrated graphics, called iGPU for short.
Specifically, the Intel Processor N50 uses the Intel UHD Graphics 13th Gen (16 EU), which has 128 texture shaders
and 16 execution units.
-- Max. displays --
Q4/2018 Release date Q1/2023
1.0 GHz GPU (Turbo) 0.75 GHz
24 Execution units 16
Intel UHD Graphics 615 GPU name Intel UHD Graphics 13th Gen (16 EU)
9.5 Generation 13
192 Shaders 128
8.0 GB Max. GPU Memory 64.0 GB
0.3 GHz GPU frequency 0.25 GHz
14 nm Technology 10 nm
12 Direct X 12
 
 

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

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Hardware codec support

A photo or video codec that is accelerated in hardware can greatly accelerate the working speed of a processor and extend the battery life of notebooks or smartphones when playing videos.
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (8 bit) Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode JPEG Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h264 Decode / Encode
Decode VC-1 Decode
No AV1 Decode
Decode / Encode VP9 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode h265 / HEVC (10 bit) Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode VP8 Decode / Encode
Decode / Encode AVC Decode / Encode
 
 

Memory & PCIe

The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 16.0 GB distributed across 2 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 33.3 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
The processor supports a maximum memory capacity of 16.0 GB distributed across 1 memory channels. It offers a peak memory bandwidth of 38.4 GB/s. Both the type and quantity of memory can have a substantial impact on the overall system performance.
DDR3L-1600, LPDDR3-1866 Memory type DDR4-3200, DDR5-4800, LPDDR5-4800
2 Memory channels 1
33.3 GB/s Bandwidth 38.4 GB/s
No ECC No
pci PCIe pci
16.0 GB Max. Memory 16.0 GB
Yes AES-NI Yes
 
 

Thermal Management

The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 5 W watts.
TDP indicates the cooling solution needed to effectively manage the processor's heat. It generally provides an approximate indication of the actual power consumption of the CPU itself.
The processor has a thermal design power (TDP) of 6 W watts.
3.5 W TDP down None
5 W TDP (PL1 / PBP) 6 W
100 °C Tjunction max 105 °C
7 W TDP up None
 
 

Technical details

The Intel Core i3-10100Y is manufactured using a 14 nm process.
A smaller manufacturing process indicates a more contemporary and energy-efficient CPU.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 4.0 MB cache.
A substantial cache can significantly enhance the processor's performance, particularly in scenarios like gaming.
The Intel Processor N50 is manufactured using a 10 nm process.
In total, this processor boasts a generous 6.0 MB cache.
Q1/2021 Release date Q1/2023
0 bytes L2-Cache 2.0 MB
4.0 MB L3-Cache 6.0 MB
SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX2 ISA extensions SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AVX, AVX2
VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d Virtualization VT-x, VT-x EPT, VT-d
-- Release price --
BGA Socket BGA
Monolithic Chip design Monolithic
Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11 Operating systems Windows 10, Linux, Windows 11
Technical data sheet Documents Technical data sheet
Comet Lake S Architecture Alder Lake N
-- Part Number --
x86-64 (64 bit) Instruction set (ISA) x86-64 (64 bit)
14 nm Technology 10 nm