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Intel Pentium Silver N6000 vs Intel Pentium 8505 vs Intel Pentium 8500

Intel Pentium Silver N6000

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The Intel Pentium Silver N6000 is a quad-core SoC of the Jasper Lake series that is primarily intended for inexpensive notebooks and was announced in early 2021. The four Tremont CPU cores clock between 1.1 and 3.3 GHz (single core Burst) and offer no HyperThreading (SMT). The N6000 uses 1.5 MB L2 and 4 MB L3 cache. The chip is manufactured on the first-gen 10 nm Intel process, the same process as Ice Lake.

Architecture

The processor architecture is called Tremont and a complete redesign compared to the old Golmont Plus cores in the predecessor. According to Intel, the single thread performance of a core could be improved by 30% on average (10 - 80% in all tests of SPECint and SPECfp).

Features

In addition to the four CPU cores, the SoC integrates a 32 EU Intel UHD Graphics GPU clocked from 350 - 850 MHz and a dual-channel DDR4 / quad-channel LPDDR4x memory controller (up to 16 GB and 2933 MHz). The chip now also partly integrates Wi-Fi 6 (Gig+), 8 PCIe 3.0 lanes, 14 USB 2.0/ 3.2 ports and two SATA 6.0 ports. The package got bigger and measures 35 x 24 mm (compared to 25 x 24 mm for the N5030 e.g.). The SoC is directly soldered to the mainboard (BGA) and can't be easily replaced.

Performance

The average N6000 in our database proves to be an OK entry-level processor, as of late 2022, its multi-thread benchmark scores nearly matching those of the AMD Ryzen 3 3200U. Yes, the chip is a whole lot slower than the latest Ryzen 3 and Core i3 processors, but it will at least let you run your day-to-day apps without annoying slowdowns.

The Asus Vivobook 13 Slate is among the fastest systems built around the N6000 that we know of, thanks to the long-term CPU power limit of 10 W. It can be more than 20% faster in CPU-bound workloads than the slowest system featuring the same chip in our database, as of August 2023.

Power consumption

Like nearly all other N-class Intel processors, the Pentium N6000 has a default TDP of 6 W (also known as the long-term power limit). This is low and thus good enough for passively cooled tablets, laptops, mini-PCs.

The SoC is built with Intel's 2nd generation 10 nm process (not 10 nm SuperFin or Intel 7) for low, as of mid 2023, energy efficiency.

Intel Pentium 8505

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The Intel Pentium 8505 is an entry-level mobile CPU for thin and light laptops based on the Alder Lake architecture. It was announced in early 2022 and offers one performance core (P-cores, Golden Cove architecture) and 4 efficient cores (E-cores, Gracemont architecture). The P-cores support Hyper-Threading leading to 6 supported threads when combined with the E-cores. The clock rate ranges from 1.2 to 4.4 GHz on the performance cluster and 0.9 to 3.3 GHz on the efficient cluster. The performance of the E-cores should be similar to old Skylake cores (compare to the Core i7-6700HQ). All cores can use up to 8 MB L3-cache. Compared to the faster Core i3-1215U, the Pentium offers one less P-core.

Performance

This is a fairly unpopular CPU, if the fact that we have not tested a single system built around it as of August 2023 is any indication. That said, we have tested a few systems featuring the Core i3-1215U, a chip with the same clock speeds and the same 4 E-cores but with 2 P-cores instead of 1. Based on that, expect the 8505 to be 10% to 20% behind the Ryzen 3 5300U and the Core i7-1185G7, as far as multi-thread benchmark scores are concerned.

Your mileage may vary depending on how competent the cooling solution of your laptop is and how high the CPU power limits are.

Features

The integrated memory controller supports various memory types up to DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200, LPDDR5-5200, and LPDDR4x-4267. The Thread Director (in hardware) can support the operating system to decide which thread to use on the performance or efficient cores for the best performance. For AI tasks, the CPU also integrates GNA 3.0 and DL Boost (via AVX2). Quick Sync in version 8 is the same as in the Rocket Lake CPUs and supports MPEG-2, AVC, VC-1 decode, JPEG, VP8 decode, VP9, HEVC, and AV1 decode in hardware. The CPU only supports PCIe 4.0 (x8 for a GPU and two x4 for SSDs).

The integrated graphics adapter is based on the Xe-architecture and offers 48 of the 96 EUs (Execution Units) operating at up to 1.1 GHz.

Power consumption

The Pentium has a Base power consumption of 15 W, with 55 W being its maximum Intel-recommended Turbo power consumption. These values are fairly high; passive cooling solutions aren't really an option here.

The CPU is built with Intel's 3rd generation 10 nm process marketed as Intel 7 for decent, as of early 2023, energy efficiency.

Intel Pentium 8500

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The Intel Pentium 8500 is an entry-level low-power mobile CPU for thin and light laptops based on the Alder Lake architecture. It was announced in early 2022 and offers one performance core (P-cores, Golden Cove architecture) and 4 efficient cores (E-cores, Gracemont architecture). The P-cores support Hyper-Threading leading to 6 supported threads when combined with the E-cores. The clock rate ranges from 1 to 4.4 GHz on the performance cluster and 0.7 to 3.3 GHz on the efficient cluster. The performance of the E-cores should be similar to old Skylake cores (compare to the Core i7-6700HQ). All cores can use up to 8 MB L3-cache. Compared to the faster Core i3-1210U, the Pentium offers one less P-core.

Performance

While we have not tested a single system built around the 8500 as of August 2023, it's safe to expect the chip to be about 20% slower than the i3-1215U, as far as multi-thread performance is concerned. Which is pretty terrible as of Q3 2023.

Your mileage may vary depending on how high the CPU power limits are and how competent the cooling solution of your system is.

Features

The integrated memory controller supports various memory types up to DDR5-4800, DDR4-3200, LPDDR5-5200, and LPDDR4x-4267. The Thread Director (in hardware) can support the operating system to decide which thread to use on the performance or efficient cores for the best performance. For AI tasks, the CPU also integrates GNA 3.0 and DL Boost (via AVX2). Quick Sync in version 8 is the same as in the Rocket Lake CPUs and supports MPEG-2, AVC, VC-1 decode, JPEG, VP8 decode, VP9, HEVC, and AV1 decode in hardware. The CPU only supports PCIe 4.0 (x8 for a GPU and two x4 for SSDs).

The integrated graphics adapter is based on the Xe-architecture and offers 48 of the 96 EUs (Execution Units) operating at up to 0.8 GHz.

Power consumption

This Pentium has a Base power consumption of 9 W, with 29 W being its maximum Intel-recommended Turbo power consumption. TDP values this low allow for passively cooled laptops, tablets, mini-PCs as long as performance is not a priority.

The CPU is made with Intel's 3rd generation 10 nm process marketed as Intel 7 for decent, as of early 2023, energy efficiency.

ModelIntel Pentium Silver N6000Intel Pentium 8505Intel Pentium 8500
CodenameJasper LakeAlder Lake-UAlder Lake-U
SeriesIntel Jasper LakeIntel Alder Lake-MIntel Alder Lake-M
Series: Alder Lake-M Alder Lake-U
Intel Pentium Silver N60052 - 3.3 GHz4 / 4 cores4 MB L3
Intel Pentium Silver N6000 « 1.1 - 3.3 GHz4 / 4 cores4 MB L3
Intel Celeron N5095A2 - 2.9 GHz4 / 4 cores4 MB L3
Intel Celeron N50952 - 2.9 GHz4 / 4 cores4 MB L3
Intel Celeron N51052 - 2.9 GHz4 / 4 cores4 MB L3
Intel Celeron N51001.1 - 2.8 GHz4 / 4 cores4 MB L3
Intel Celeron N45052 - 2.9 GHz2 / 2 cores4 MB L3
Intel Celeron N45001.1 - 2.8 GHz2 / 2 cores4 MB L3
Intel Core i7-1265U1.3 - 4.8 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i7-1255U1.2 - 4.7 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i5-1245U1.2 - 4.4 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i5-1235U0.9 - 4.4 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i7-1260U0.8 - 4.7 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i7-1250U0.8 - 4.7 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i5-1240U0.8 - 4.4 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i5-1230U0.7 - 4.4 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i3-1215U0.9 - 4.4 GHz6 / 8 cores10 MB L3
Intel Pentium 8505 « 0.9 - 4.4 GHz5 / 6 cores8 MB L3
Intel Core i3-1210U0.7 - 4.4 GHz6 / 8 cores10 MB L3
Intel Pentium 85000.7 - 4.4 GHz5 / 6 cores8 MB L3
Intel Celeron 73050.9 - 1.1 GHz5 / 5 cores8 MB L3
Intel Celeron 73000.7 - 1 GHz5 / 5 cores8 MB L3
Intel Core i7-1265U1.3 - 4.8 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i7-1255U1.2 - 4.7 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i5-1245U1.2 - 4.4 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i5-1235U0.9 - 4.4 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i7-1260U0.8 - 4.7 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i7-1250U0.8 - 4.7 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i5-1240U0.8 - 4.4 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i5-1230U0.7 - 4.4 GHz10 / 12 cores12 MB L3
Intel Core i3-1215U0.9 - 4.4 GHz6 / 8 cores10 MB L3
Intel Pentium 85050.9 - 4.4 GHz5 / 6 cores8 MB L3
Intel Core i3-1210U0.7 - 4.4 GHz6 / 8 cores10 MB L3
Intel Pentium 8500 « 0.7 - 4.4 GHz5 / 6 cores8 MB L3
Intel Celeron 73050.9 - 1.1 GHz5 / 5 cores8 MB L3
Intel Celeron 73000.7 - 1 GHz5 / 5 cores8 MB L3
Clock1100 - 3300 MHz900 - 4400 MHz700 - 4400 MHz
L2 Cache1.5 MB3.5 MB3.5 MB
L3 Cache4 MB8 MB8 MB
Cores / Threads4 / 45 / 65 / 6
TDP6 Watt15 Watt9 Watt
Technology10 nm10 nm10 nm
max. Temp.105 °C100 °C100 °C
SocketBGA1338BGA1744BGA1744
FeaturesDDR4-2933/LPDDR4x-2933 RAM, PCIe 3 x 8, GNA, MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, SMEP, SMAP, EIST, TM1, TM2, Turbo, SST, AES-NI, RDRAND, RDSEED, SHADDR4-3200/LPDDR4x-4266/DDR5-4800/LPDDR5-5200 RAM, PCIe 4, Thr. Director, DL Boost, GNA, MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, SHALPDDR4x-4266/LPDDR5-5200 RAM, PCIe 4, Thr. Director, DL Boost, GNA, MMX, SSE, SSE2, SSE3, SSSE3, SSE4.1, SSE4.2, AES, AVX, AVX2, FMA3, SHA
iGPUIntel UHD Graphics (Jasper Lake 32 EU) (350 - 850 MHz)Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs ( - 1100 MHz)Intel UHD Graphics Xe G4 48EUs ( - 800 MHz)
Architecturex86x86x86
Announced
Manufacturerark.intel.comark.intel.comark.intel.com
L1 Cache464 KB464 KB

Benchmarks

Performance Rating - CB R15 + R20 + 7-Zip + X265 + Blender + 3DM11 CPU - Pentium N6000
21 pt (35%)
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Cinebench R23 - Cinebench R23 Multi Core
min: 1610     avg: 1730     median: 1699 (2%)     max: 1911 Points
Cinebench R23 - Cinebench R23 Single Core
min: 653     avg: 669     median: 672.5 (28%)     max: 679 Points
Cinebench R20 - Cinebench R20 CPU (Single Core)
min: 237     avg: 253.8     median: 255 (28%)     max: 268 Points
Cinebench R20 - Cinebench R20 CPU (Multi Core)
min: 595     avg: 657     median: 650.5 (2%)     max: 730 Points
Cinebench R15 - Cinebench R15 CPU Multi 64 Bit
min: 266     avg: 292.5     median: 291 (2%)     max: 322 Points
Cinebench R15 - Cinebench R15 CPU Single 64 Bit
min: 109     avg: 114.3     median: 113.7 (31%)     max: 121 Points
Cinebench R11.5 - Cinebench R11.5 CPU Multi 64 Bit
min: 3.47     avg: 3.6     median: 3.6 (5%)     max: 3.71 Points
Cinebench R11.5 - Cinebench R11.5 CPU Single 64 Bit
min: 1.36     avg: 1.4     median: 1.4 (33%)     max: 1.46 Points
Cinebench R10 - Cinebench R10 Rend. Single (32bit)
min: 4057     avg: 4132     median: 4131.5 (25%)     max: 4206 Points
Cinebench R10 - Cinebench R10 Rend. Multi (32bit)
min: 9343     avg: 9643     median: 9642.5 (7%)     max: 9942 Points
wPrime 2.10 - wPrime 2.0 1024m *
727 s (9%)
wPrime 2.10 - wPrime 2.0 32m *
16.9 s (3%)
WinRAR - WinRAR 4.0
1330 Points (2%)
7-Zip 18.03 - 7-Zip 18.03 Multi Thread 4 runs
min: 8096     avg: 8953     median: 9212 (5%)     max: 9668 MIPS
7-Zip 18.03 - 7-Zip 18.03 Single Thread 4 runs
min: 2320     avg: 2934     median: 3305 (39%)     max: 3387 MIPS
X264 HD Benchmark 4.0 - x264 Pass 2
18.4 fps (6%)
X264 HD Benchmark 4.0 - x264 Pass 1
93.4 fps (22%)
HWBOT x265 Benchmark v2.2 - HWBOT x265 4k Preset
min: 1.55     avg: 1.6     median: 1.6 (3%)     max: 1.76 fps
TrueCrypt - TrueCrypt Serpent
0.2 GB/s (6%)
TrueCrypt - TrueCrypt Twofish
0.4 GB/s (7%)
TrueCrypt - TrueCrypt AES
2.8 GB/s (7%)
Blender - Blender 3.3 Classroom CPU *
3786 Seconds (48%)
Blender - Blender 2.79 BMW27 CPU *
min: 1738     avg: 2163     median: 1935 (14%)     max: 3157 Seconds
R Benchmark 2.5 - R Benchmark 2.5 *
min: 1.084     avg: 1.2     median: 1.2 (26%)     max: 1.278 sec
3DMark 06 - CPU - 3DMark 06 - CPU
3985 Points (8%)
Super Pi mod 1.5 XS 1M - Super Pi mod 1.5 XS 1M *
17.5 s (4%)
Super Pi Mod 1.5 XS 32M - Super Pi mod 1.5 XS 32M *
895 s (4%)
3DMark 11 - 3DM11 Performance Physics
min: 3134     avg: 3617     median: 3563 (9%)     max: 4155 Points
3DMark - 3DMark Ice Storm Physics
min: 30345     avg: 32921     median: 32921 (27%)     max: 35497 Points
3DMark - 3DMark Ice Storm Extreme Physics
min: 30120     avg: 32790     median: 32790 (27%)     max: 35460 Points
3DMark - 3DMark Ice Storm Unlimited Physics
min: 38897     avg: 43994     median: 43993.5 (36%)     max: 49090 Points
3DMark - 3DMark Cloud Gate Physics
min: 2524     avg: 2897     median: 2947 (7%)     max: 3220 Points
3DMark - 3DMark Fire Strike Standard Physics
min: 3838     avg: 4315     median: 4063 (7%)     max: 5296 Points
3DMark - 3DMark Time Spy CPU
min: 1161     avg: 1301     median: 1259.5 (5%)     max: 1523 Points
Geekbench 6.4 - Geekbench 6.4 Single-Core
1372 Points (34%)
Geekbench 6.4 - Geekbench 6.4 Multi-Core
2900 Points (11%)
Geekbench 5.5 - Geekbench 5.1 - 5.5 64 Bit Single-Core
min: 720     avg: 728     median: 727 (28%)     max: 736 Points
Geekbench 5.5 - Geekbench 5.1 - 5.5 64 Bit Multi-Core
min: 1784     avg: 1912     median: 1915 (3%)     max: 2004 Points
Geekbench 5.0 - Geekbench 5.0 64 Bit Single-Core
min: 723     avg: 725     median: 724.5 (3%)     max: 726 Points
Geekbench 5.0 - Geekbench 5.0 64 Bit Multi-Core
min: 1881     avg: 1912     median: 1911.5 (6%)     max: 1942 Points
Geekbench 4.4 - Geekbench 4.1 - 4.4 64 Bit Single-Core
3188 Points (32%)
Geekbench 4.4 - Geekbench 4.1 - 4.4 64 Bit Multi-Core
8341 Points (8%)
Mozilla Kraken 1.1 - Kraken 1.1 Total Score *
min: 1388     avg: 1412     median: 1405 (2%)     max: 1451 ms
Sunspider - Sunspider 1.0 Total Score *
293.2 ms (3%)
Octane V2 - Octane V2 Total Score
min: 25840     avg: 32251     median: 34145.5 (26%)     max: 34874 Points
WebXPRT 4 - WebXPRT 4 Score
104.2 Points (29%)
WebXPRT 3 - WebXPRT 3 Score
min: 138.4     avg: 143.8     median: 146 (26%)     max: 147 Points
CrossMark - CrossMark Overall
min: 440     avg: 469     median: 469 (18%)     max: 498 Points
Power Consumption - Prime95 Power Consumption - external Monitor *
min: 11.3     avg: 12     median: 12 (2%)     max: 12.6 Watt
Power Consumption - Cinebench R15 Multi Power Consumption - external Monitor *
min: 10.5     avg: 13.3     median: 12.9 (2%)     max: 16.4 Watt
Power Consumption - Idle Power Consumption - external Monitor *
3.1 Watt (2%)
Power Consumption - Idle Power Consumption 150cd 1min *
min: 3.37     avg: 5.4     median: 4.8 (5%)     max: 8.08 Watt
Power Consumption - Power Efficiency - Cinebench R15 Multi external Monitor
min: 19.6     avg: 22.3     median: 20.6 (15%)     max: 26.7 Points per Watt

Average Benchmarks Intel Pentium Silver N6000 → 0% n=0

Average Benchmarks Intel Pentium 8500 → 0% n=0

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