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Overview

The Processor N95 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 3 January 2023 (2 years ago). It is based on the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 0.1 GHz, with boost up to 3.4 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): + 6 MB. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 4,783 points. Launch price was $69.

Value Upgrade Path

This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (PassMark) per dollar. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar Processor N95

#149

Core i5-4400E

MSRP: $266|Avg: $50

109%

#150

Core i7-2715QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $50

108%

#151

Celeron P4600

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

108%

#152

Pentium Dual Core T2370

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

107%

#153

Core M-5Y31

MSRP: $281|Avg: $30

106%

#154

FX-8800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

105%

#155

Ryzen Embedded R1305G

MSRP: $150|Avg: $50

105%

#156

Core i5-2510E

MSRP: $230|Avg: $30

105%

#157

Pentium J2900

MSRP: $94|Avg: $20

105%

#158

A9-9410

MSRP: $150|Avg: $25

104%

#159

Core i3-4100E

MSRP: $225|Avg: $30

103%

#160

Ryzen AI Max PRO 380

MSRP: $400|Avg: $400

103%

#161

Ryzen 7 7840U

MSRP: $400|Avg: N/A

103%

#162

Core Ultra 5 226V

MSRP: $300|Avg: $300

103%

#163

Xeon E3-1505M v5

MSRP: $115|Avg: $115

102%

#164

Processor N95

MSRP: $160|Avg: $80

100%

#165

E-300

MSRP: $60|Avg: $20

98%

#166

Pentium N3530

MSRP: $161|Avg: $20

97%

#167

Core Ultra 5 228V

MSRP: $295|Avg: $295

96%

#168

Ryzen 7 PRO 250

MSRP: $400|Avg: $380

96%

#169

Ryzen 7 6800U

MSRP: $360|Avg: N/A

96%

#170

FX-7600P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

95%

#171

E2-3800

MSRP: $100|Avg: $20

95%

#172

Athlon II Neo K145

MSRP: $50|Avg: $10

94%

#173

A10-8700P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

94%

#174

Core i7-3615QE

MSRP: $400|Avg: $100

94%

#175

Core Ultra 7 256V

MSRP: $450|Avg: $350

94%

#176

Core i7-12700H

MSRP: $457|Avg: N/A

93%

#177

FX-9800P

MSRP: $150|Avg: $45

91%

#178

Core i9-12900HX

MSRP: $606|Avg: N/A

91%

#179

Celeron 877

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

90%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

FPS Benchmarks

Predicted performance for Processor N95 across popular games. Tested paired with RTX 4090 to isolate CPU performance.

Technical Analysis

Detailed breakdown of Processor N95 specifications and capabilities.

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Processing Power

The Processor N95 is a 4-core / 4-thread processor based on the Alder Lake-N (2023) architecture, manufactured on a 10 nm process node. It reaches a maximum boost clock of 3.4 GHz from a base frequency of 0.1 GHz— higher boost clocks directly translate to better single-threaded performance and responsiveness in gaming. It carries 6 MB (total) of L3 cache, plus 2 MB (total) of L2 cache and 96 kB (per core) of L1 cache per core. In the PassMark benchmark (a comprehensive multi-threaded test), it scores 4,783, placing it in the Entry Level performance tier as a Recent generation product.

Specification	Processor N95
Cores / ThreadsPhysical/logical processing units	4C / 4T
Max Boost ClockPeak single-core speed under boost	3.4 GHz
Base ClockGuaranteed minimum operating frequency	0.1 GHz
ArchitectureCPU microarchitecture design	Alder Lake-N (2023)
Process NodeFabrication technology — smaller = more efficient	10 nm
L3 CacheShared cache — reduces memory latency for all cores	6 MB (total)
L2 CachePer-core fast cache for frequently accessed data	2 MB (total)
L1 CacheUltra-fast per-core cache	96 kB (per core)
Max TemperatureMaximum safe operating temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C
64-bit Support	Yes
Windows 11 Compatible	Yes
PassMark ScoreOverall multi-threaded benchmark score	4,783

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Memory & Platform

The Processor N95 fits into the FCBGA1264 socket and supports PCIe 5.0. It supports DDR4, DDR5 memory.

Specification	Processor N95
TypeDesktop or Laptop processor	Laptop
SeriesProduct family	Intel Alder Lake-N
SocketMotherboard socket required	FCBGA1264
PCIe GenerationPeripheral interconnect speed — affects GPU and SSD bandwidth	PCIe 5.0
RAM TypeSupported memory standard	DDR4, DDR5
Max CPUs in ConfigMulti-socket support for servers	1

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Power & Cooling

The Processor N95 has a rated TDP (Thermal Design Power) of + 6 MB — this indicates the amount of heat generated under sustained load and determines what cooling solution is needed.

Specification	Processor N95
TDPThermal Design Power — heat output under sustained workload	+ 6 MB
Max TemperatureMaximum safe junction temperature (Tjmax)	105 °C

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Value Analysis

At an average price of $80 (MSRP: $160), the Processor N95 delivers 60 PassMark points per dollar. Performance ranking position: #1872 out of all indexed processors.

Specification	Processor N95
MSRPManufacturer's Suggested Retail Price	$160
Avg Price (30d)Average market price over the last 30 days	$80
Launch PriceOriginal retail price at launch	$69
Performance RankPosition in overall performance ranking	#1872
Release DateLaunch date	3 January 2023 (2 years ago)
Release Year	2023
DesignerArchitecture designer (e.g. Intel, AMD)	Intel
ManufacturerFabrication foundry (e.g. TSMC)	Intel