3015Ce vs Core i5-3337U

CPU

GPU

3015Ce

2 Cores4 Thrd1 WWMax: 2.3 GHz2020

Core i5-3337U

2 Cores4 Thrd512 WWMax: 2.7 GHz2013

Performance Spectrum - CPU

3015Ce

2 / 4

2,099

+0.3%

Ryzen Threadripper PRO 7955WX

Ryzen Threadripper 3990X

Core i5-3337U

2 / 4

2,093

0.0%

About PassMark

PassMark CPU Mark evaluates processor speed through complex mathematical computations. It provides a reliable metric to compare multi-core performance, where higher scores indicate faster processing for multitasking, gaming, and heavy workloads.

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. The 3015Ce is positioned at rank 999 and the Core i5-3337U is on rank 1099, so the 3015Ce offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.

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

Performance Per Dollar 3015Ce

#987

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2097%

#988

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2066%

#989

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

1897%

#990

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

1888%

#991

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

1871%

#993

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

1807%

#994

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

1733%

#995

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

1730%

#996

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

1683%

#999

3015Ce

MSRP: $150|Avg: $40

100%

#1000

Core i7-4700MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

100%

#1001

Athlon II M340

MSRP: $80|Avg: $15

100%

#1005

Pentium P6000

MSRP: $150|Avg: $90

98%

#1007

Core i7-3630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

97%

#1008

Core i7-3610QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

97%

#1009

Core i3-1115GRE

MSRP: $338|Avg: $480

97%

#1010

Pentium A1020

MSRP: $86|Avg: $86

97%

#1011

Core i7-4702MQ

MSRP: $383|Avg: $50

97%

#1012

Pentium N4200

MSRP: $161|Avg: $30.89

96%

#1013

Pentium J2900

MSRP: $94|Avg: $20

95%

#1014

Celeron T1700

MSRP: $80|Avg: $5

95%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-3337U

#1087

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

3155%

#1088

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

3109%

#1089

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2854%

#1090

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2841%

#1091

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2815%

#1093

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2718%

#1094

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2606%

#1095

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2602%

#1096

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2532%

#1099

Core i5-3337U

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

100%

#1100

Core i5-2450M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

99%

#1101

Core i5-7Y54

MSRP: $281|Avg: $100

99%

#1102

Core i5-7Y57

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

99%

#1104

Pentium 997

MSRP: $134|Avg: $10

98%

#1105

Pentium A1018

MSRP: $132|Avg: $15

97%

#1106

Core i5-2430M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

96%

#1108

Pentium Dual Core T4500

MSRP: $150|Avg: $30

96%

#1109

Celeron B820

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

96%

#1110

Pentium B980

MSRP: $125|Avg: $35

95%

#1111

Celeron 867

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

94%

#1112

Pentium B970

MSRP: $125|Avg: $39

94%

#1113

Core i5-2410M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

93%

#1114

Pentium T2370

MSRP: $86|Avg: $10

93%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The 3015Ce (2020) utilizes 14 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	3015Ce	Core i5-3337U
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($40)	⚠️ Higher cost ($225)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Pollock (Zen) (2020) / 14 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-3337U (2013) relies on 22 nm technology and DDR3/L/-RS 1333/1600, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	3015Ce	Core i5-3337U
Cost Efficiency	✅ Better overall value (+464%)	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($40)	⚠️ Higher cost ($225)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

To accurately isolate CPU performance, all benchmarks below use an NVIDIA RTX 4090 as the reference GPU. This eliminates GPU-side bottlenecks and highlights pure processing throughput differences between the CPUs.

Note: Real-world results may vary based on your actual GPU. CPU performance impact is more visible in processing-intensive titles and high-refresh-rate gaming scenarios.

3015Ce Benchmark Check

Core i5-3337U Benchmark Check

Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of 3015Ce and Core i5-3337U

3015Ce

The 3015Ce is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 4 MB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FT5. Thermal design power (TDP): 1 MB + 4 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,099 points. Launch price was $50.

Core i5-3337U

The Core i5-3337U is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 January 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.8 GHz, with boost up to 2.7 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3/L/-RS 1333/1600. Passmark benchmark score: 2,093 points. Launch price was $225.

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Processing Power

Both the 3015Ce and Core i5-3337U share an identical 2-core/4-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the 3015Ce versus 2.7 GHz on the Core i5-3337U — a 16% clock advantage for the Core i5-3337U (base: 1.2 GHz vs 1.8 GHz). The 3015Ce uses the Pollock (Zen) (2020) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-3337U uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the 3015Ce scores 2,099 against the Core i5-3337U's 2,093 — a 0.3% lead for the 3015Ce. L3 cache: 4 MB on the 3015Ce vs 3 MB (total) on the Core i5-3337U.

Feature	3015Ce	Core i5-3337U
Cores / Threads	2 / 4	2 / 4
Boost Clock	2.3 GHz	2.7 GHz+17%
Base Clock	1.2 GHz	1.8 GHz+50%
L3 Cache	4 MB+33%	3 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1 MB+300%	256K (per core)
Process	14 nm-36%	22 nm
Architecture	Pollock (Zen) (2020)	Ivy Bridge (2012−2013)
PassMark	2,099	2,093

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Memory & Platform

The 3015Ce uses the FT5 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-3337U uses BGA1023 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to 1600 memory speed. The Core i5-3337U supports up to 32 of RAM compared to 16 — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (3015Ce) vs 2 (Core i5-3337U). PCIe lanes: 8 (3015Ce) vs 16 (Core i5-3337U) — the Core i5-3337U offers 8 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: FP5 (3015Ce) and HM76,UM77,QM77,QS77 (Core i5-3337U).

Feature	3015Ce	Core i5-3337U
Socket	FT5	BGA1023
PCIe Generation	PCIe 3.0	PCIe 3.0
Max RAM Speed	1600	1600
Max RAM Capacity	16	32+100%
RAM Channels	1	2+100%
ECC Support	❌	❌
PCIe Lanes	8	16+100%

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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Both support true virtualization. Both include integrated graphics — Radeon Graphics (2-Core) (3015Ce) and Intel HD Graphics 4000 (Core i5-3337U) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: 3015Ce rivals Celeron N4020; Core i5-3337U rivals AMD A8-4555M.