Celeron N6211 vs Core i5-2520M

CPU

GPU

Celeron N6211

2 Cores2 Thrd1.5 WWMax: 3 GHz2022

Core i5-2520M

2 Cores4 Thrd35 WWMax: 3.2 GHz2011

Performance Spectrum - CPU

Celeron N6211

2 / 2

2,245

+0.2%

2,241

0.0%

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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.

MSRP is the manufacturer's suggested retail price.•
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.

Performance Per Dollar

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Per Dollar Core i5-2520M

#1071

Atom x5-Z8300

MSRP: $20|Avg: N/A

2946%

#1072

Atom Z3735G

MSRP: $17|Avg: N/A

2903%

#1073

Core i5-480M

MSRP: $81|Avg: $77

2665%

#1074

Core i5-460M

MSRP: $80|Avg: $129

2653%

#1075

Core i5-2540M

MSRP: $266|Avg: $10

2628%

#1077

Core i5-450M

MSRP: $32|Avg: $31

2538%

#1078

Core i3-380M

MSRP: $49|Avg: $25

2434%

#1079

Core i5-430M

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $33

2430%

#1080

Core 2 Duo T6600

MSRP: N/A|Avg: $4

2364%

#1083

Core i5-2520M

MSRP: $225|Avg: N/A

100%

#1084

Core i7-2710QE

MSRP: $378|Avg: $40

100%

#1089

Core i5-3610ME

MSRP: $276|Avg: $22

96%

#1090

Core m3-7Y32

MSRP: $281|Avg: $281

96%

#1092

Celeron B720

MSRP: $70|Avg: $10

95%

#1093

Celeron 847

MSRP: $134|Avg: $15

95%

#1094

Core i7-2630QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

94%

#1096

Core i7-2635QM

MSRP: $378|Avg: N/A

94%

#1097

Celeron 877

MSRP: $86|Avg: $15

94%

#1098

Celeron Dual-Core SU2300

MSRP: $134|Avg: $50

94%

Based on actual market prices and performance synthetic scores.

Performance Comparison

About PassMark

🏆 Chipversus Verdict

🚀 Performance Leadership

Generational Difference: This comparison involves processors from different technological eras. The Celeron N6211 (2022) utilizes 10 nm technology and DDR4, providing a fundamental performance advantage.

Insight	Celeron N6211	Core i5-2520M
Gaming	❌ Lower gaming performance	✅ Superior gaming performance
Workstation	✅ Better multi-core power	❌ Weaker in multi-core tasks
Price	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($225)
Longevity	✨ Modern (Elkhart Lake (2022) / 10 nm)	🛑 Legacy (Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) / 32 nm)

💎 Value Proposition

The Core i5-2520M (2011) relies on 32 nm technology and DDR3, placing it in a different performance category relative to modern standards.

Insight	Celeron N6211	Core i5-2520M
Cost Efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency	❌ Lower cost efficiency
Upfront Cost	✅ More affordable ($0)	⚠️ Higher cost ($225)

Performance Check

Paired with RTX 4090

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.

Celeron N6211 Benchmark Check

Core i5-2520M Benchmark Check

Path of Exile 2

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Path of Exile 2

Counter-Strike 2

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Valorant

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Valorant

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Technical Specifications

Side-by-side comparison of Celeron N6211 and Core i5-2520M

Celeron N6211

The Celeron N6211 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 17 July 2022 (3 years ago). It is based on the Elkhart Lake (2022) architecture. It features 2 cores and 2 threads. Base frequency is 1.2 GHz, with boost up to 3 GHz. L2 cache: 1.5 MB. Built on 10 nm process technology. Socket: BGA1493. Thermal design power (TDP): 1.5 MB. Memory support: DDR4. Passmark benchmark score: 2,245 points. Launch price was $54.

Core i5-2520M

The Core i5-2520M is manufactured by Intel. It was released in 1 February 2011 (14 years ago). It is based on the Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) architecture. It features 2 cores and 4 threads. Base frequency is 2.5 GHz, with boost up to 3.2 GHz. L3 cache: 3 MB (total). L2 cache: 256K (per core). Built on 32 nm process technology. Socket: PGA988. Thermal design power (TDP): 35 Watt. Memory support: DDR3. Passmark benchmark score: 2,241 points. Launch price was $225.

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Processing Power

The Celeron N6211 packs 2 cores / 2 threads, matching the Core i5-2520M's 2 cores. Boost clocks reach 3 GHz on the Celeron N6211 versus 3.2 GHz on the Core i5-2520M — a 6.5% clock advantage for the Core i5-2520M (base: 1.2 GHz vs 2.5 GHz). The Celeron N6211 uses the Elkhart Lake (2022) architecture (10 nm), while the Core i5-2520M uses Sandy Bridge (2011−2013) (32 nm). In PassMark, the Celeron N6211 scores 2,245 against the Core i5-2520M's 2,241 — a 0.2% lead for the Celeron N6211.

Feature	Celeron N6211	Core i5-2520M
Cores / Threads	2 / 2	2 / 4
Boost Clock	3 GHz	3.2 GHz+7%
Base Clock	1.2 GHz	2.5 GHz+108%
L3 Cache	—	3 MB (total)
L2 Cache	1.5 MB+500%	256K (per core)
Process	10 nm-69%	32 nm
Architecture	Elkhart Lake (2022)	Sandy Bridge (2011−2013)
PassMark	2,245	2,241

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Memory & Platform

The Celeron N6211 uses the BGA1493 socket (PCIe 4.0), while the Core i5-2520M uses PGA988 (PCIe 2.0) — making them incompatible on the same motherboard.

Feature	Celeron N6211	Core i5-2520M
Socket	BGA1493	PGA988
PCIe Generation	PCIe 4.0+100%	PCIe 2.0
Max RAM Speed	—	1333
Max RAM Capacity	—	16
RAM Channels	—	2
ECC Support	—	❌
PCIe Lanes	—	16

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Advanced Features

Virtualization: not specified (Celeron N6211) / true (Core i5-2520M). The Core i5-2520M includes integrated graphics (Intel HD Graphics 3000), while the Celeron N6211 requires a dedicated GPU. Direct competitor: Core i5-2520M rivals Phenom II Black Edition N660.