Celeron 1005M vs Celeron N3350
Celeron 1005M
Celeron N3350
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 Celeron 1005M is positioned at rank 1018 and the Celeron N3350 is on rank 1068, so the Celeron 1005M offers better cost-efficiency for playing games.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 1005M
Performance Per Dollar Celeron N3350
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron 1005M | Celeron N3350 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ✅ Superior gaming performance | ❌ Lower gaming performance |
| Workstation | ✅ Better multi-core power | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($86) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($107) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Apollo Lake (2014−2016) / 14 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron 1005M | Celeron N3350 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+25%) | ❌ Lower cost efficiency |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($86) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($107) |
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 Celeron 1005M and Celeron N3350
Celeron 1005M
The Celeron 1005M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 July 2013 (12 years ago). It is based on the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.9 GHz, with boost up to 1.9 GHz. L3 cache: 2 MB. L2 cache: 512 kB. Built on 22 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 1,116 points. Launch price was $86.
Celeron N3350
The Celeron N3350 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 30 August 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Apollo Lake (2014−2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.1 GHz, with boost up to 2.4 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1296. Thermal design power (TDP): 6 Watt. Memory support: DDR3, DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 1,112 points. Launch price was $24.
Processing Power
Both the Celeron 1005M and Celeron N3350 share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 1.9 GHz on the Celeron 1005M versus 2.4 GHz on the Celeron N3350 — a 23.3% clock advantage for the Celeron N3350 (base: 1.9 GHz vs 1.1 GHz). The Celeron 1005M uses the Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) architecture (22 nm), while the Celeron N3350 uses Apollo Lake (2014−2016) (14 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron 1005M scores 1,116 against the Celeron N3350's 1,112 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron 1005M. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 350 vs 250, a 33.3% lead for the Celeron 1005M that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 607 vs 450 (29.7% advantage for the Celeron 1005M). L3 cache: 2 MB on the Celeron 1005M vs 0 kB on the Celeron N3350.
| Feature | Celeron 1005M | Celeron N3350 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 1.9 GHz | 2.4 GHz+26% |
| Base Clock | 1.9 GHz+73% | 1.1 GHz |
| L3 Cache | 2 MB | 0 kB |
| L2 Cache | 512 kB | 1 MB+100% |
| Process | 22 nm | 14 nm-36% |
| Architecture | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) | Apollo Lake (2014−2016) |
| PassMark | 1,116 | 1,112 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | 656 | — |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 350+40% | 250 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 607+35% | 450 |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron 1005M uses the PGA988 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron N3350 uses FCBGA1296 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches DDR3-1600 on the Celeron 1005M versus LPDDR4-2400 on the Celeron N3350 — the Celeron N3350 supports 28.6% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Celeron 1005M supports up to 32 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 120% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 16 (Celeron 1005M) vs 6 (Celeron N3350) — the Celeron 1005M offers 10 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: HM76,HM77 (Celeron 1005M) and SoC (Celeron N3350).
| Feature | Celeron 1005M | Celeron N3350 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | PGA988 | FCBGA1296 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | DDR3-1600 | LPDDR4-2400+33% |
| Max RAM Capacity | 32 GB+300% | 8 GB |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 16+167% | 6 |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d (Celeron 1005M) vs VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Celeron N3350). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) (Celeron 1005M) and Intel HD Graphics 500 (Celeron N3350) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron N3350 targets Entry Level Laptop/NUC. Direct competitor: Celeron N3350 rivals AMD A4-9120.
| Feature | Celeron 1005M | Celeron N3350 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) | Intel HD Graphics 500 |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d | VT-x, VT-d, EPT |
| Target Use | — | Entry Level Laptop/NUC |
Value Analysis
The Celeron 1005M launched at $86 MSRP, while the Celeron N3350 debuted at $107.
| Feature | Celeron 1005M | Celeron N3350 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $86-20% | $107 |
| Release Date | 2013 | 2016 |
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