Atom x5-E3940 vs Core i3-2365M
Atom x5-E3940
Core i3-2365M
Performance Spectrum - CPU
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 Atom x5-E3940 is positioned at rank 337 and the Core i3-2365M is on rank 91, so the Core i3-2365M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
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Performance Per Dollar Atom x5-E3940
Performance Per Dollar Core i3-2365M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom x5-E3940 | Core i3-2365M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Apollo Lake (2014−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom x5-E3940 | Core i3-2365M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
Performance Check
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.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Atom x5-E3940 and Core i3-2365M
Atom x5-E3940
The Atom x5-E3940 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 August 2014 (11 years ago). It is based on the Apollo Lake (2014−2016) architecture. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.6 GHz, with boost up to 1.8 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1296. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3-1866. Passmark benchmark score: 1,816 points. Launch price was $69.
Core i3-2365M
The Core i3-2365M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 June 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.4 GHz, with boost up to 1.4 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1023. Thermal design power (TDP): 17 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,826 points. Launch price was $225.
Processing Power
The Atom x5-E3940 packs 4 cores / 4 threads, while the Core i3-2365M offers 2 cores / 4 threads — the Atom x5-E3940 has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 1.8 GHz on the Atom x5-E3940 versus 1.4 GHz on the Core i3-2365M — a 25% clock advantage for the Atom x5-E3940 (base: 1.6 GHz vs 1.4 GHz). The Atom x5-E3940 uses the Apollo Lake (2014−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i3-2365M uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Atom x5-E3940 scores 1,816 against the Core i3-2365M's 1,826 — a 0.5% lead for the Core i3-2365M. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Atom x5-E3940 vs 3 MB on the Core i3-2365M.
| Feature | Atom x5-E3940 | Core i3-2365M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 4 / 4+100% | 2 / 4 |
| Boost Clock | 1.8 GHz+29% | 1.4 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.6 GHz+14% | 1.4 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 3 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (total)+300% | 512 kB |
| Process | 14 nm-56% | 32 nm |
| Architecture | Apollo Lake (2014−2016) | Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,816 | 1,826 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 235 |
Memory & Platform
The Atom x5-E3940 uses the FCBGA1296 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i3-2365M uses BGA1023 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to DDR3L-1866 memory speed. The Core i3-2365M supports up to 16 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 66.7% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 6 (Atom x5-E3940) vs 16 (Core i3-2365M) — the Core i3-2365M offers 10 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel FCBGA1296 (Atom x5-E3940) and HM65,HM67,QM67,HM75,HM76,HM77 (Core i3-2365M).
| Feature | Atom x5-E3940 | Core i3-2365M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1296 | BGA1023 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0+50% | PCIe 2.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3L-1866 | DDR3-1333 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 16 GB+100% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 6 | 16+167% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization: not specified (Atom x5-E3940) / VT-x, EPT (Core i3-2365M). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 500 (Atom x5-E3940) and HD Graphics 3000 (Core i3-2365M) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Core i3-2365M targets Thin & Light Laptop. Direct competitor: Core i3-2365M rivals Pentium 987.
| Feature | Atom x5-E3940 | Core i3-2365M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 500 | HD Graphics 3000 |
| Unlocked | — | No |
| AVX-512 | — | No |
| Virtualization | — | VT-x, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Thin & Light Laptop |
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