Celeron N3350 vs Ryzen 5 3600
Celeron N3350
Ryzen 5 3600
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 N3350 is positioned at rank #1068 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 N3350
Performance Per Dollar Ryzen 5 3600
Performance Comparison
About PassMark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
| Insight | Celeron N3350 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Gaming | ❌ Lower gaming performance | ✅ Superior gaming performance |
| Workstation | ❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks | ✅ Better multi-core power |
| Price | ⚠️ Higher cost ($107) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
| Longevity | 🛑 Legacy (Apollo Lake (2014−2016) / 14 nm) | ✨ Modern (Matisse (2019−2020) / 7 nm, 12 nm) |
💎 Value Proposition
| Insight | Celeron N3350 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cost Efficiency | ❌ Lower cost efficiency | ✅ Better overall value (+2027%) |
| Upfront Cost | ⚠️ Higher cost ($107) | ✅ More affordable ($80) |
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 Ryzen 5 3600
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.
Ryzen 5 3600
The Ryzen 5 3600 is manufactured by AMD. It was released in 7 July 2019 (6 years ago). It is based on the Matisse (2019−2020) architecture. It features 6 cores and 12 threads. Base frequency is 3.6 GHz, with boost up to 4.2 GHz. L3 cache: 32 MB (total). L2 cache: 512K (per core). Built on 7 nm, 12 nm process technology. Socket: AM4. Thermal design power (TDP): 65 Watt. Memory support: DDR4 Dual-channel. Passmark benchmark score: 17,685 points. Launch price was $199.
Processing Power
The Celeron N3350 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, while the Ryzen 5 3600 offers 6 cores / 12 threads — the Ryzen 5 3600 has 4 more cores. Boost clocks reach 2.4 GHz on the Celeron N3350 versus 4.2 GHz on the Ryzen 5 3600 — a 54.5% clock advantage for the Ryzen 5 3600 (base: 1.1 GHz vs 3.6 GHz). The Celeron N3350 uses the Apollo Lake (2014−2016) architecture (14 nm), while the Ryzen 5 3600 uses Matisse (2019−2020) (7 nm, 12 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N3350 scores 1,112 against the Ryzen 5 3600's 17,685 — a 176.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 3600. Geekbench 6 single-core — the metric most relevant to gaming — records 250 vs 1,295, a 135.3% lead for the Ryzen 5 3600 that directly translates to higher frame rates. Multi-core Geekbench: 450 vs 1,898 (123.3% advantage for the Ryzen 5 3600). L3 cache: 0 kB on the Celeron N3350 vs 32 MB (total) on the Ryzen 5 3600.
| Feature | Celeron N3350 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Cores / Threads | 2 / 2 | 6 / 12+200% |
| Boost Clock | 2.4 GHz | 4.2 GHz+75% |
| Base Clock | 1.1 GHz | 3.6 GHz+227% |
| L3 Cache | 0 kB | 32 MB (total) |
| L2 Cache | 1 MB+100% | 512K (per core) |
| Process | 14 nm | 7 nm, 12 nm-50% |
| Architecture | Apollo Lake (2014−2016) | Matisse (2019−2020) |
| PassMark | 1,112 | 17,685+1490% |
| Cinebench R23 Multi | — | 9,500 |
| Geekbench 6 Single | 250 | 1,295+418% |
| Geekbench 6 Multi | 450 | 1,898+322% |
Memory & Platform
The Celeron N3350 uses the FCBGA1296 socket (PCIe 3.0), while the Ryzen 5 3600 uses AM4 (PCIe 4.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard. Both support up to LPDDR4-2400 memory speed. The Ryzen 5 3600 supports up to 128 GB of RAM compared to 8 GB — 176.5% more capacity for professional workloads. Both feature 2-channel memory with ECC support. PCIe lanes: 6 (Celeron N3350) vs 24 (Ryzen 5 3600) — the Ryzen 5 3600 offers 18 more lanes for additional GPUs or NVMe drives. Chipset compatibility: SoC (Celeron N3350) and AMD B550,AMD X570,AMD B450,AMD X470 (Ryzen 5 3600).
| Feature | Celeron N3350 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Socket | FCBGA1296 | AM4 |
| PCIe Generation | PCIe 3.0 | PCIe 4.0+33% |
| Max RAM Speed | LPDDR4-2400 | DDR4-3200 |
| Max RAM Capacity | 8 GB | 128 GB+1500% |
| RAM Channels | 2 | 2 |
| ECC Support | ❌ | ❌ |
| PCIe Lanes | 6 | 24+300% |
Advanced Features
Only the Ryzen 5 3600 has an unlocked multiplier for overclocking — a significant advantage for enthusiasts seeking extra performance. Virtualization support: VT-x, VT-d, EPT (Celeron N3350) vs Yes (Ryzen 5 3600). The Celeron N3350 includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 500), while the Ryzen 5 3600 requires a dedicated GPU. Primary use case: Celeron N3350 targets Entry Level Laptop/NUC, Ryzen 5 3600 targets Gaming/Budget Workstation. Direct competitor: Celeron N3350 rivals AMD A4-9120; Ryzen 5 3600 rivals Core i5-10400.
| Feature | Celeron N3350 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated GPU | Yes | No |
| IGPU Model | Intel HD Graphics 500 | — |
| Unlocked | No | Yes |
| AVX-512 | No | No |
| Virtualization | VT-x, VT-d, EPT | Yes |
| Target Use | Entry Level Laptop/NUC | Gaming/Budget Workstation |
Value Analysis
The Celeron N3350 launched at $107 MSRP, while the Ryzen 5 3600 debuted at $199.
| Feature | Celeron N3350 | Ryzen 5 3600 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $107-46% | $199 |
| Avg Price (30d) | — | $80 |
| Release Date | 2016 | 2019 |
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