FPSVersusCore i3-N305 vs Core i5-6500
Performance score
By our estimate, Core i3-N305 beats Core i5-6500 by 6%.
The score is our own estimate from the specs (cores, threads, clocks, architecture generation), not a benchmark run. 100 = the fastest CPU in our database.
Real tests
What the test measures
Blender is a popular free 3D graphics program. The test makes the device render three ready-made 3D scenes (light, shadows, reflections) and counts how many render passes it finishes per minute. The higher the number, the faster the device handles heavy work: 3D, video editing, photo processing. On a CPU the test loads all cores at once, so it shows the chip's full power; on a graphics card it shows its compute strength.
Median of real test runs on users' computers. It does not show FPS in games. Data updated: 31.10.2026.
Overview
| Core i3-N305 | Core i5-6500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Score (0–100) | 16.27 | 15.42 |
| Ranking position | 467 | 470 |
| Power efficiency (0–100) | no data | 12.4 |
| Type | Laptop | Desktop |
| Manufacturer | Intel | Intel |
| Architecture | Gracemont (Alder Lake-N) | Skylake |
| Release date | Q1 2023 | Q3 2015 |
Specifications
| Core i3-N305 | Core i5-6500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cores | 8 | 4 |
| Threads | 8 | 4 |
| Base clock | no data | 3.2 GHz |
| Boost clock | 3.8 GHz | 3.6 GHz |
| L3 cache | 6 MB | 6 MB |
| Process node | no data | 14 nm |
| Unlocked multiplier | no | no |
| Integrated graphics | Intel UHD Graphics | Intel HD Graphics 530 |
| NPU (AI accelerator) | no | no |
Compatibility
| Core i3-N305 | Core i5-6500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | no data | LGA1151 |
| TDP | no data | 65 W |
Memory and PCI Express
| Core i3-N305 | Core i5-6500 | |
|---|---|---|
| Memory type | no data | DDR4-1866/2133 |
| Memory channels | no data | 2 |
| Max memory | no data | 64 GB |
| PCI Express version | no data | 3.0 |
| PCIe lanes | no data | 16 |
Pros and cons
Core i3-N305
- 6% higher overall score
- more cores: 8 vs 4
- more threads: 8 vs 4
- newer: released in 2023
Core i5-6500
- 9% faster single core
Other comparisons
Preliminary data: specs are still being checked against the manufacturer's website.
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