Celeron N3350 vs Celeron 1005M
Celeron N3350
Celeron 1005M
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 N3350 is positioned at rank 1068 and the Celeron 1005M is on rank 1018, 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 N3350
Performance Per Dollar Celeron 1005M
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron N3350 | Celeron 1005M |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($107) | ✅ More affordable ($86) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Apollo Lake (2014−2016) / 14 nm) | 🛑 Legacy (Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) / 22 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron N3350 | Celeron 1005M |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+25%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($107) | ✅ More affordable ($86) |
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 N3350 and Celeron 1005M
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.
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.
Processing Power
Both the Celeron N3350 and Celeron 1005M share an identical 2-core/2-thread configuration. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Celeron N3350 versus 1.9 GHz on the Celeron 1005M — a 23.3% clock advantage for the Celeron N3350 (base: 1.1 GHz vs 1.9 GHz). The Celeron N3350 uses the Apollo Lake (2014−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Celeron 1005M uses Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) (22 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N3350 scores 1,112 against the Celeron 1005M's 1,116 — a 0.4% lead for the Celeron 1005M. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 250 vs 350, a 33.3% lead for the Celeron 1005M that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 450 vs 607 (29.7% advantage for the Celeron 1005M). L3 cache: 0 kB on the Celeron N3350 vs 2 MB on the Celeron 1005M.
| Feature | Celeron N3350 | Celeron 1005M |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 2 / 2 |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz+26% | 1.9 GHz |
| Base Clock | 1.1 GHz | 1.9 GHz+73% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 2 MB |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 512 kB |
| Process | 14 nm-36% | 22 nm |
| Architecture | Apollo Lake (2014−2016) | Ivy Bridge (2012−2013) |
| PassMark | 1,112 | 1,116 |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 656 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 250 | 350+40% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 450 | 607+35% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron N3350 uses the FCBGA1296 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Celeron 1005M uses PGA988 (PCIe 3.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Maximum memory speed reaches LPDDR4-2400 on the Celeron N3350 versus DDR3-1600 on the Celeron 1005M — 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: 6 (Celeron N3350) vs 16 (Celeron 1005M) — the Celeron 1005M offers 10 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Celeron N3350) and HM76,HM77 (Celeron 1005M).
| Feature | Celeron N3350 | Celeron 1005M |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1296 | PGA988 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 3.0 |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR4-2400+33% | DDR3-1600 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 32 GB+300% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 6 | 16+167% |
Advanced Features
Neither processor supports overclocking. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Celeron N3350) vs VT-x, VT-d (Celeron 1005M). Both include integrated graphics — Intel HD Graphics 500 (Celeron N3350) and Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) (Celeron 1005M) — 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 N3350 | Celeron 1005M |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | Yes |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 500 | Intel HD Graphics (Ivy Bridge) |
| Unlocked | No | No |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | VT-x, VT-d |
| Target Use | Entry Level Laptop/NUC | — |
Value Analysis
The Celeron N3350 launched at $107 MSRP, while the Celeron 1005M debuted at $86.
| Feature | Celeron N3350 | Celeron 1005M |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $107 | $86-20% |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2013 |
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