Intel Processor N97
Expert rating6.9 / 10
- Brand:
- Intel
- Form Factor:
- Laptop
- CPU Socket:
- BGA 1264
- Core/Thread Count:
- 4C/4T
- TDP:
- 6W
- iGPU:
- Intel UHD Graphics
- CPU Series:
- Processor N-series
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Manufacturer: Intel Last updated: 2026-09-12
Intel Processor N97 Review
Intel Processor N97 4-core 4-thread embedded (ultra-low power) processor, 2.0GHz base / 3.8GHz boost, 6W TDP, BGA 1264 socket
The Intel Processor N97 is an ultra-efficient embedded chip for fanless mini-PCs, digital signage, and IoT gateways. It pairs 4 cores and 4 threads with a 2.0GHz base clock that boosts up to 3.8GHz and Intel UHD Graphics graphics, all within a 6W envelope.
Performance and Architecture
With 4 cores and 4 threads, the Intel Processor N97 runs a 2.0GHz base clock that boosts up to 3.8GHz, backed by 4MB of L3 cache and Intel UHD Graphics graphics.
Platform and Deployment
The Intel Processor N97 uses the BGA 1264 platform in a 6W envelope, positioned as an ultra-efficient embedded chip for fanless mini-PCs, digital signage, and IoT gateways.
Comparison to Alternatives
Within the Processor N-series lineup in this catalog, the Intel Processor N97 sits at the 4-core tier, differentiated by clock speed, TDP, and socket. Against AMD's Ryzen and EPYC processors in this catalog at a similar tier, Intel's Processor N-series competes on platform ecosystem and per-core efficiency, while against Intel's own Core Ultra and Xeon 6 parts in this catalog it targets a narrower, more specialized deployment niche.
Specifications
Identity
| Release Year | 2023 |
|---|
Segment and platform
| Socket | BGA 1264 |
|---|
Core configuration
| Total Cores | 4 |
|---|---|
| Total Threads | 4 |
Clock speeds
| P-Core Base Clock | 2.0 GHz |
|---|---|
| P-Core Boost Clock | 3.8 GHz |
Cache
| L3 Cache | 4 MB |
|---|
| Form Factor | Laptop |
|---|---|
| TDP | 6 W |
| iGPU | Intel UHD Graphics |
Expert Review
Reviewed by Burooj Alam. Rated by us, not by users.
Expert rating6.9 / 10
The Intel Processor N97 is a bare-bones embedded chip, well suited to fanless, low-power appliance designs.
Best for
- Fanless mini-PCs
- Digital signage
- IoT gateways
Not for
- Gaming systems
- Heavy multitasking
- Workstation loads
FAQs
What are the key specifications of the Intel Processor N97?
The Intel Processor N97 is a processor from Intel. Key specs: Cores 4, Threads 4, Base Clock 2.0 GHz, Boost Clock 3.8 GHz, L3 Cache 4.
Will the Intel Processor N97 work with my current setup?
The Intel Processor N97 lists Socket is BGA 1264. Check that against the hardware you already own before buying, since this is the field that most often decides whether a part fits.
Who is the Intel Processor N97 best suited to?
It suits fanless mini-pcs, digital signage, iot gateways.
What are the drawbacks of the Intel Processor N97?
It is a poor fit for gaming systems, heavy multitasking, workstation loads.