A6-3410MX vs Celeron N3060

AMD

A6-3410MX

4 Cores4 Thrd45 WWMax: 2.3 GHz2011
VS
Intel

Celeron N3060

2 Cores2 Thrd6 WWMax: 2.48 GHz2016

A6-3410MX vs Celeron N3060 Performance Spectrum

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.

A6-3410MX vs Celeron N3060 FPS Benchmarks

Predicted gaming performance across popular games. Tested paired with GeForce RTX 5090 to isolate CPU performance.

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A6-3410MX vs Celeron N3060: Pros, Cons & Final Verdict

See where each CPU makes more sense in practice: gaming, heavier work, platform cost, power draw, and upgrade path.

A6-3410MX

2011

Why buy it

  • βœ…+0.6% higher PassMark.
  • βœ…300% more PCIe lanes (16 vs 4) for storage and expansion-heavy builds.

Trade-offs

  • ❌650% higher power demand at 45W vs 6W.

Celeron N3060

2016

Why buy it

  • βœ…Draws 6W instead of 45W, a 39W reduction.

Trade-offs

  • ❌Lower PassMark (1,267 vs 1,274).
  • ❌Launch MSRP is still $107 MSRP, while A6-3410MX mostly shows up through inconsistent older-market listings.

Quick Answers

So, is Celeron N3060 better than A6-3410MX?
It depends on what you want from the system. For gaming, Celeron N3060 is ahead with 7.8% higher max boost clock. For rendering, compiling, streaming, and heavier multitasking, A6-3410MX pulls ahead with 0.6% better PassMark.
Which one is better for streaming, content creation, and heavy multitasking?
For streaming, content creation, and heavier multitasking, A6-3410MX is the stronger fit. You are getting 0.6% better PassMark, backed by 4 cores and 4 threads.
Which one is the smarter buy today, not just the cheaper CPU?
Celeron N3060 is the better buy right now. Celeron N3060 comes in at an unclear MSRP at $107 MSRP versus unclear MSRP, and it still gives you 7.8% higher max boost clock. The compromise is that A6-3410MX is still stronger for heavier multi-core work with 0.6% better PassMark. It is also 100.0% better value on MSRP (11.8 vs 0.0 PassMark/$), so you are getting the faster CPU without taking a value hit on paper.
Which one is more future-proof for 2026 and beyond?
Celeron N3060 makes more sense long term for 2026 and beyond. You are getting a newer CPU generation (2016 vs 2011). That makes it the safer long-term bet.

A6-3410MX vs Celeron N3060 Technical Specifications

Side-by-side specs, architecture details, clocks, memory, power, and platform differences.

AMD

A6-3410MX

The A6-3410MX is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 2014-01-01. It is based on the Llano (2011βˆ’2012) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: FS1. Thermal design power (TDP): 45 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,274 points. Launch price was $70.

Intel

Celeron N3060

The Celeron N3060 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 15 January 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Braswell (2015βˆ’2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 2.48 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,267 points. Launch price was $107.

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Processing Power

The A6-3410MX packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Celeron N3060 offers 2 cores / 2 threads β€” the A6-3410MX has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.3 GHz on the A6-3410MX versus 2.48 GHz on the Celeron N3060 β€” a 7.5% clock advantage for the Celeron N3060 (base: 1.6 GHz vs 1.6 GHz). The A6-3410MX uses the Llano (2011βˆ’2012) architecture (32 nm), while the Celeron N3060 uses Braswell (2015βˆ’2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the A6-3410MX scores 1,274 against the Celeron N3060's 1,267 β€” a 0.6% lead for the A6-3410MX. Both processors carry 0 kB of L3 cache.

FeatureA6-3410MXCeleron N3060
Cores / Threads
4 / 4+100%
2 / 2
Boost Clock
2.3 GHz
2.48 GHz+8%
Base Clock
1.6 GHz
1.6 GHz
L3 Cache
0 kB
0 kB
L2 Cache
1 MB (per core)
1 MB
Process
32 nm
14 nm-56%
Architecture
Llano (2011βˆ’2012)
Braswell (2015βˆ’2016)
PassMark
1,274
1,267
Geekbench 6 Single
271
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Memory & Platform

The A6-3410MX uses the FS1 socket (PCIe 2.0), while the Celeron N3060 uses FCBGA1170 (PCIe 3.0) β€” making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3-1600 memory speed. Both support up to 8 GB of RAM. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (A6-3410MX) vs 4 (Celeron N3060) β€” the A6-3410MX offers 12 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives.

FeatureA6-3410MXCeleron N3060
Socket
FS1
FCBGA1170
PCIe Generation
PCIe 2.0
PCIe 3.0+50%
Max RAM Speed
DDR3-1600
1600
Max RAM Capacity
8 GB
8 GB
RAM Channels
2
2
ECC Support
No
No
PCIe Lanes
16+300%
4
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Advanced Features

Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: AMD-V (A6-3410MX) vs true (Celeron N3060). Both include integrated graphics β€” Radeon HD 6520G (A6-3410MX) and Intel HD Graphics 400 (Celeron N3060) β€” useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: A6-3410MX targets Mainstream Laptop. Direct competitor: A6-3410MX rivals Core i3-2330M; Celeron N3060 rivals AMD E2-9010.

FeatureA6-3410MXCeleron N3060
Integrated GPU
Yes
Yes
IGPU Model
Radeon HD 6520G
Intel HD Graphics 400
Unlocked
No
No
AVX-512
No
No
Virtualization
AMD-V
true
Target Use
Mainstream Laptop
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