CPU
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Celeron N3010
Core i5-13600K
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 Celeron N3010 is positioned at rank #1164 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 Celeron N3010
Performance Per Dollar Core i5-13600K
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron N3010 | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ✅ More affordable ($107) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($319) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Airmont (2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) / Intel 7 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron N3010 | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+1618%) |
| Upfront Cost | ✅ More affordable ($107) | ⚠️ Higher cost ($319) |
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 N3010 and Core i5-13600K
Celeron N3010
The Celeron N3010 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 10 January 2016 (9 years ago). It is based on the Airmont (2016) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.04 GHz, with boost up to 2.24 GHz. L3 cache: 0 kB. L2 cache: 1 MB. Built on 14 nm process technology. Socket: FCBGA1170. Thermal design power (TDP): 4 Watt. Memory support: DDR3L-1600. Passmark benchmark score: 735 points. Launch price was $107.
Core i5-13600K
The Core i5-13600K is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 27 September 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) architecture. It features 14 cores and 20 threads. Base frequency is 3.5 GHz, with boost up to 5.1 GHz. L3 cache: 24 MB. L2 cache: 2 MB (per core). Built on Intel 7 nm process technology. Socket: LGA1700. Thermal design power (TDP): 125 Watt. Memory support: DDR4, DDR5. Passmark benchmark score: 37,655 points. Launch price was $319.
Processing Power
The Celeron N3010 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Core i5-13600K offers 14 cores / 20 threads — the Core i5-13600K has 12 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.24 GHz on the Celeron N3010 versus 5.1 GHz on the Core i5-13600K — a 77.9% clock advantage for the Core i5-13600K (base: 1.04 GHz vs 3.5 GHz). The Celeron N3010 uses the Airmont (2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Core i5-13600K uses Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) (Intel 7 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N3010 scores 735 against the Core i5-13600K's 37,655 — a 192.3% lead for the Core i5-13600K. L3 cache: 0 kB on the Celeron N3010 vs 24 MB on the Core i5-13600K.
| Feature | Celeron N3010 | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 14 / 20+600% |
| Boost Clock | 2.24 GHz | 5.1 GHz+128% |
| Base Clock | 1.04 GHz | 3.5 GHz+237% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 24 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB | 2 MB (per core)+100% |
| Process | 14 nm | Intel 7 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Airmont (2016) | Raptor Lake, Raptor Cove, Gracemont (2022) |
| PassMark | 735 | 37,655+5023% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron N3010 uses the FCBGA1170 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Core i5-13600K uses LGA1700 (PCIe 5.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches 1600 on the Celeron N3010 versus DDR5-5600 on the Core i5-13600K — the Celeron N3010 supports 198.8% faster memory, which can translate to measurable gains in memory-sensitive workloads. The Core i5-13600K supports up to 192 GB of RAM compared to 8 — 184% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 4 (Celeron N3010) vs 20 (Core i5-13600K) — the Core i5-13600K offers 16 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: Braswell (Celeron N3010) and Intel 600 series,Intel 700 series (Core i5-13600K).
| Feature | Celeron N3010 | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1170 | LGA1700 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 5.0+67% |
| Max RAM Speed | 1600+31900% | DDR5-5600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 | 192 GB+2516582300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ✅ |
| PCIe Lanes | 4 | 20+400% |
Advanced Features
Virtualization support: true (Celeron N3010) vs VT-x, VT-d (Core i5-13600K). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 400 (Celeron N3010) and UHD Graphics 770 (Core i5-13600K) — useful as a fallback for troubleshooting or display output without a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron N3010 targets Budget Mobile, Core i5-13600K targets Desktop.
| Feature | Celeron N3010 | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 400 | UHD Graphics 770 |
| Unlocked | — | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | true | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Budget Mobile | Desktop |
Value Analysis
The Celeron N3010 launched at $107 MSRP, while the Core i5-13600K debuted at $329.
| Feature | Celeron N3010 | Core i5-13600K |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $107-67% | $329 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $319 |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2022 |
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