CPU
GPU
Atom x7211RE
Celeron J3455E
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. The Atom x7211RE is positioned at rank #515 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Atom x7211RE
Performance Per Dollar
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Atom x7211RE | Celeron J3455E |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | Equivalent pricing | Equivalent pricing |
| Longevity | ✨ Modern (Amston Lake (2024−2025) / 10 nm) | ✨ Modern (Legacy / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Atom x7211RE | Celeron J3455E |
|---|---|---|
| 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 x7211RE and Celeron J3455E
Atom x7211RE
The Atom x7211RE is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 8 April 2024 (1 year ago). It is based on the Amston Lake (2024−2025) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 6 MB (total). L2 cache: 2 MB (total). Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1264. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 2,188 points. Launch price was $42.
Celeron J3455E
The Celeron J3455E is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 2007-01-01. It features 4 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 1.5 GHz, with boost up to 2.3 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Thermal design power (TDP): 10 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L/LPDDR3 up to 1866 MT/s; LPDDR4 up to 2400 MT/s. Passmark benchmark score: 2,193 points. Launch price was $69.
Processing Power
The Atom x7211RE packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Celeron J3455E offers 4 cores / 4 threads — the Celeron J3455E has 2 more cores. Boost clocks reach 3.2 GHz on the Atom x7211RE versus 2.3 GHz on the Celeron J3455E — a 32.7% clock advantage for the Atom x7211RE (base: 1 GHz vs 1.5 GHz). The Atom x7211RE is built on the Amston Lake (2024−2025) architecture. In PassMark, the Atom x7211RE scores 2,188 against the Celeron J3455E's 2,193 — a 0.2% lead for the Celeron J3455E. L3 cache: 6 MB (total) on the Atom x7211RE vs 2 MB on the Celeron J3455E.
| Feature | Atom x7211RE | Celeron J3455E |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 4 / 4+100% |
| Boost Clock | 3.2 GHz+39% | 2.3 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1 GHz | 1.5 GHz+50% |
| L3 Cache | 6 MB (total)+200% | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 2 MB (total) | — |
| Process | 10 nm-29% | 14 nm |
| Architecture | Amston Lake (2024−2025) | — |
| PassMark | 2,188 | 2,193 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | — | 450 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | — | 850 |
Memory & Platform
Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR5-4800 on the Atom x7211RE versus DDR4-2400 on the Celeron J3455E — the Atom x7211RE supports 22.2% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Atom x7211RE supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Memory channels: 1 (Atom x7211RE) vs 2 (Celeron J3455E). PCIe lanes: 8 (Atom x7211RE) vs 6 (Celeron J3455E) — the Atom x7211RE offers 2 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Intel BGA1264 (Atom x7211RE) and N/A (SoC) (Celeron J3455E).
| Feature | Atom x7211RE | Celeron J3455E |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1264 | — |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 4.0+33% | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR5-4800+25% | DDR4-2400 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+300% | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 1 | 2+100% |
| ECC Support | ✅ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 8+33% | 6 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Atom x7211RE) vs VT-x (Celeron J3455E). Both include integrated graphics — UHD Graphics (16 EU) (Atom x7211RE) and HD Graphics 500 (Celeron J3455E) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Atom x7211RE targets Embedded, Celeron J3455E targets Low Power. Direct competitor: Celeron J3455E rivals Pentium J4205.
| Feature | Atom x7211RE | Celeron J3455E |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | UHD Graphics (16 EU) | HD Graphics 500 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x |
| Target Use | Embedded | Low Power |
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